Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
And David saved neither man nor woman alive, to bring tidings to Gath, saying, Lest they should tell on us, saying, So did David, and so will be his manner all the while he dwelleth in the country of the Philistines.
Bible References
Lest
1 Samuel 22:22
David told Abiathar, "I knew on that day when Doeg the Edomite was there that he would certainly tell Saul! I'm responsible for the deaths of your father's whole family.
Proverbs 12:19
A truthful saying is trusted forever, but the liar only for a moment.
Proverbs 29:25
Fearing any human being is a trap, but confiding in the LORD keeps anyone safe.