1 Samuel Chapter 27

David Among the Philistines

Old Testament Unknown Verses 1 Samuel

Chapter Summary

David lives in Philistine territory to escape Saul

Key Verses

1 Samuel 27:1 1 Samuel 27:5 1 Samuel 27:10

Scripture Content

Then David said in his heart, 'Now I shall perish one day by the hand of Saul. There is nothing better for me than that I should escape to the land of the Philistines. Then Saul will despair of seeking me any longer within the borders of Israel, and I shall escape out of his hand.'

Themes & Topics

Escape Philistines Saul's Pursuit Ziklag