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1 Samuel 30:6-8
International Standard Version
1 Samuel 30:6-8
International Standard Version
6 David was in great danger[a] because all the people were bitter because of their sons and daughters, and they were talking about stoning him. But David found strength[b] in the Lord his God.
David Pursues the Amalekites
7 David told Ahimelech’s son Abiathar the priest, “Bring me the ephod.”[c] So Abiathar brought the ephod to David. 8 David inquired of the Lord: “Shall I pursue this raiding party?[d] Will I overtake them?”
The Lord[e] told David,[f] “Pursue them! You will definitely overtake them and rescue the captives.”[g]
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- 1 Samuel 30:6 Or greatly distressed
- 1 Samuel 30:6 Or strengthened himself
- 1 Samuel 30:7 The ephod was a type of vest worn by the priest and was used to determine God’s will.
- 1 Samuel 30:8 Or band
- 1 Samuel 30:8 Lit. He
- 1 Samuel 30:8 Lit. him
- 1 Samuel 30:8 Lit. and you will definitely rescue
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