1 Samuel 25:15
1 Samuel 25:15 in Multiple Translations
Yet these men were very good to us. When we were in the field, we were not harassed, and nothing of ours went missing the whole time we lived among them.
But the men were very good unto us, and we were not hurt, neither missed we any thing, as long as we were conversant with them, when we were in the fields:
But the men were very good unto us, and we were not hurt, neither missed we anything, as long as we went with them, when we were in the fields:
But these men have been very good to us; they did us no wrong and nothing of ours was touched while we were with them in the fields:
David's men were always very good to us and they never mistreated us. All the time we were out in the fields with them nothing was stolen from us.
Notwithstanding the men were very good vnto vs, and we had no displeasure, neither missed we any thing as long as we were conuersant with them, when we were in the fieldes.
and the men [are] very good to us, and have not put us to shame, and we have not looked after anything all the days we have gone up and down with them, in our being in the field;
But the men were very good to us, and we were not harmed, and we didn’t miss anything as long as we went with them, when we were in the fields.
But the men were very good to us, and we were not hurt, neither missed we any thing, as long as we were conversant with them, when we were in the fields:
These men were very good to us, and gave us no trouble: neither did we ever lose any thing all the time that we conversed with them in the desert.
All the time that we were in the fields close to them, those men of David were very kind to us. They did not harm us. They did not steal anything from us.
Truly David’s mob were good to us, while we looked after the sheep. They did not steal from us.
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Context — David, Nabal, and Abigail
15Yet these men were very good to us. When we were in the field, we were not harassed, and nothing of ours went missing the whole time we lived among them.
16They were a wall around us, both day and night, the whole time we were herding our sheep near them. 17Now consider carefully what you must do, because disaster looms over our master and all his household. For he is such a scoundrel that nobody can speak to him!”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Samuel 25:7 | Now I hear that it is time for shearing. When your shepherds were with us, we did not harass them, and nothing of theirs was missing the whole time they were in Carmel. |
| 2 | 1 Samuel 25:21 | Now David had just finished saying, “In vain I have protected all that belonged to this man in the wilderness. Nothing that belongs to him has gone missing, yet he has paid me back evil for good. |
| 3 | Philippians 2:15 | so that you may be blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and perverse generation, in which you shine as lights in the world |
1 Samuel 25:15 Summary
This verse tells us that David's men were very kind to Nabal's servants, protecting them and making sure nothing bad happened to them. This shows us the importance of treating others with kindness and respect, even if they are not always kind to us, as taught in verses like Matthew 5:44 and Luke 6:27-28. Just like David's men, we can choose to be a positive influence on those around us, and show them the love and kindness of God, as seen in John 13:35. By doing so, we can reflect the character of God and bring glory to Him.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the men being 'very good' to the servants of Nabal?
The men being 'very good' to the servants of Nabal indicates that David and his men treated them with kindness and respect, as seen in 1 Samuel 25:15, which is a testament to their character, much like the kindness shown by Boaz to Ruth in the book of Ruth 2:4.
How does this verse relate to the concept of hospitality in the Bible?
This verse highlights the importance of hospitality, as David's men protected and cared for Nabal's servants, demonstrating a selfless act of kindness, similar to the hospitality shown by Abraham in Genesis 18:1-8 and the instructions given in Hebrews 13:2.
What can we learn from the contrast between David's men and Nabal's behavior?
The contrast between David's men, who were 'very good' to Nabal's servants, and Nabal's own behavior, which was scoundrel-like, as described in 1 Samuel 25:17, teaches us about the importance of treating others with kindness and respect, as emphasized in verses like Matthew 7:12 and Luke 6:31.
How does Abigail's statement in this verse reflect her character?
Abigail's statement in 1 Samuel 25:15 reflects her wise and discerning character, as she recognizes the good that David's men have done for them, much like the wisdom and discernment shown by the woman in Proverbs 31:26, and is willing to acknowledge and act upon it, as seen in her actions in 1 Samuel 25:18-35.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can show kindness and respect to those around me, just like David's men did for Nabal's servants?
- How can I, like Abigail, recognize and acknowledge the good that others have done for me, and respond in a way that honors God?
- What are some situations in my life where I can apply the principle of treating others with kindness and respect, even if they do not deserve it?
- How can I balance the need to stand up for myself and my rights with the need to treat others with kindness and compassion, as seen in David's actions in 1 Samuel 25:13-17?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Samuel 25:15
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Samuel 25:15
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Samuel 25:15
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Samuel 25:15
Cambridge Bible on 1 Samuel 25:15
Sermons on 1 Samuel 25:15
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Are You a Soul Winner by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, Brother Denny shares his personal testimony of his father's transformation through God's grace. He describes how his father, who was once broken and miserable, turn |
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(Montana) Daniel by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of prayer and thanksgiving in the life of a believer. He highlights the example of Daniel, who prayed and gave thanks to God t |
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A Godly Example by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being a good example, especially to young people. He mentions a survey conducted in American jails, which found that over |
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Have You Turned From a Life of Sin? by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, Keith Daniel shares a personal experience of encountering a tramp and sharing the word of God with him. He emphasizes the importance of sharing the scriptures with |
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Do People Get You Down? by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of people turning away from their faith and the dangers of being influenced by the world. He uses the example of Demis, a trusted |





