20 Now then, do not let my blood fall to the ground away from the presence of the Lord; for the king of Israel has come out to search for (A)a single flea, just as one hunts a partridge in the mountains.”

21 Then Saul said, “(B)I have sinned. Return, my son David, for I will not harm you again because my life was precious in your sight this day. Behold, I have played the fool and have committed a serious error.” 22 David replied, “Behold the spear of the king! Now let one of the young men come over and take it.

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