1 Samuel 22:23
1 Samuel 22:23 in Multiple Translations
Stay with me; do not be afraid, for he who seeks your life is seeking mine as well. You will be safe with me.”
Abide thou with me, fear not: for he that seeketh my life seeketh thy life: but with me thou shalt be in safeguard.
Abide thou with me, fear not; for he that seeketh my life seeketh thy life: for with me thou shalt be in safeguard.
Keep here with me and have no fear; for he who has designs on my life has designs on yours: but with me you will be safe.
But you can stay with me and you don't need to be afraid, because the man who wants to kill you wants to kill me too. I'll take good care of you.”
Abide thou with me, and feare not: for he that seeketh my life, shall seeke thy life also: for with me thou shalt be in safegard.
dwell with me; fear not; for he who seeketh my life seeketh thy life; for a charge [art] thou with me.'
Stay with me. Don’t be afraid, for he who seeks my life seeks your life. You will be safe with me.”
Abide thou with me, fear not: for he that seeketh my life seeketh thy life: but with me thou shalt be in safeguard.
Abide thou with me, fear not: for he that seeketh my life, seeketh thy life also, and with me thou shalt be saved.
You stay with me, and do not be afraid. The man who wants to kill you wants to kill me also, but you will be safe if you stay with me.”
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Samuel 22:23
Study Notes — 1 Samuel 22:23
- Context
- Cross References
- 1 Samuel 22:23 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Samuel 22:23
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Samuel 22:23
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Samuel 22:23
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Samuel 22:23
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Samuel 22:23
- Barnes' Notes on 1 Samuel 22:23
- Sermons on 1 Samuel 22:23
Context — Saul Slays the Priests of Nob
23Stay with me; do not be afraid, for he who seeks your life is seeking mine as well. You will be safe with me.”
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Kings 2:26 | Then the king said to Abiathar the priest, “Go back to your fields in Anathoth. Even though you deserve to die, I will not put you to death at this time, since you carried the ark of the Lord GOD before my father David, and you suffered through all that my father suffered.” |
| 2 | Hebrews 12:1–3 | Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off every encumbrance and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with endurance the race set out for us. Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider Him who endured such hostility from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart. |
| 3 | John 10:28–30 | I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one can snatch them out of My hand. My Father who has given them to Me is greater than all. No one can snatch them out of My Father’s hand. I and the Father are one.” |
| 4 | John 18:9 | This was to fulfill the word He had spoken: “I have not lost one of those You have given Me.” |
| 5 | John 15:20 | Remember the word that I spoke to you: ‘No servant is greater than his master.’ If they persecuted Me, they will persecute you as well; if they kept My word, they will keep yours as well. |
| 6 | Matthew 24:9 | Then they will deliver you over to be persecuted and killed, and you will be hated by all nations because of My name. |
| 7 | John 17:12 | While I was with them, I protected and preserved them by Your name, the name You gave Me. Not one of them has been lost, except the son of destruction, so that the Scripture would be fulfilled. |
| 8 | John 16:2–3 | They will put you out of the synagogues. In fact, a time is coming when anyone who kills you will think he is offering a service to God. They will do these things because they have not known the Father or Me. |
1 Samuel 22:23 Summary
In 1 Samuel 22:23, David is telling Abiathar, a priest, not to be afraid because he will be safe with him. David knows that King Saul is trying to kill them both, but he wants Abiathar to trust him and know that he will do everything he can to protect him. This is similar to how God promises to be our refuge and protector, as seen in Psalm 91:2, and we can trust in His care for us, just as Abiathar is trusting in David's care. By trusting in God's sovereignty and protection, we can find peace and comfort, even in difficult circumstances, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the context of David's statement in 1 Samuel 22:23?
David's statement is in response to Abiathar telling him that Saul had killed the priests of the Lord, and David is taking responsibility for the lives of everyone in Abiathar's father's house, as seen in 1 Samuel 22:21-22.
Why does David tell Abiathar not to be afraid?
David tells Abiathar not to be afraid because he knows that Saul is seeking both of their lives, and he wants to reassure Abiathar that he will be safe with him, much like God's promise to be with us in times of fear, as seen in Isaiah 41:10.
Is David's promise to Abiathar a guarantee of physical safety?
While David's promise to Abiathar is one of physical protection, it also points to the spiritual reality that God is our ultimate refuge and safety, as seen in Psalm 91:2, where it says 'I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.'
How can we apply David's words to our own lives?
We can apply David's words by trusting in God's sovereignty and protection, even in the midst of danger or uncertainty, just as David did, and as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6, where it says to 'trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.'
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am afraid, and how can I apply David's words of reassurance to those situations?
- How can I, like David, take responsibility for the well-being of those around me, and trust God to provide for our safety?
- What does it mean for me to 'stay with' God, as David invites Abiathar to stay with him, and how can I cultivate a deeper sense of trust and dependence on Him?
- In what ways can I be a source of comfort and reassurance to others, as David is to Abiathar, and how can I point them to God's promises of protection and care?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Samuel 22:23
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Samuel 22:23
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Samuel 22:23
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Samuel 22:23
Cambridge Bible on 1 Samuel 22:23
Barnes' Notes on 1 Samuel 22:23
Sermons on 1 Samuel 22:23
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Two Ministries Two Priesthoods by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher discusses four stages of the preaching of the word of God. The first stage involves God breaking the strength of the preacher and his family, resulting |
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Distractions Are Dangerous by Warren Wiersbe | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Jesus calling four fishermen, including Peter, to be his disciples. He highlights the significance of Jesus using fishing as a |
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Repent, Repent, Repent by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of preparing for the final judgment. He mentions preaching for three and a half hours on the judgment seat and expresses his |
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Short Excerpt by William Booth | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power of salvation and its ability to deliver and purify the soul. The sermon encourages the listener to find joy in the salvation offer |
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Watchman Nee - a Modern Day Vessel (Testimony by Stephen Kaung) by Watchman Nee | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of breaking bread together as a way to remember the Lord. He shares the story of Lee Lung and his wife, who started breaking br |
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Fasting by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the topic of fasting as a form of worship. He begins by emphasizing the importance of fasting in secret, rather than seeking attention from |
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Hebrews 11 - Part 1 by Leonard Ravenhill | Leonard Ravenhill emphasizes the profound need for faith and the power of prayer in the life of believers, reflecting on the heroes of faith in Hebrews 11. He acknowledges the stru |






