'Sake' in the Bible

And David realized that the Lord had established him as king over Israel, and that He had exalted his kingdom for the sake of His people Israel.

For the sake of Your word, and according to Your own heart, You have done all this greatness to let Your servant know.

Then David said, “Is there yet anyone left of the house of Saul, that I may show him kindness for Jonathan’s sake?”

David said to him, “Do not fear, for I will surely show kindness to you for the sake of your father Jonathan, and will restore to you all the land of your grandfather Saul; and you shall eat at my table regularly.”

Be strong, and let us show ourselves courageous for the sake of our people and for the cities of our God; and may the Lord do what is good in His sight.”

and sent word through Nathan the prophet, and he named him Jedidiah for the Lord’s sake.

The king charged Joab and Abishai and Ittai, saying, “Deal gently for my sake with the young man Absalom.” And all the people heard when the king charged all the commanders concerning Absalom.