Verse 7

David restrained his men with these words and did not allow them to rise up against Saul. Then Saul left the cave and started down the road.

Referenced Verses

• Ps 7:4 : 4 or have wronged my ally, or helped his lawless enemy,
• Matt 5:44 : 44 But I say to you, love your enemy and pray for those who persecute you,
• Rom 12:17-21 : 17 Do not repay anyone evil for evil; consider what is good before all people. 18 If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all people. 19 Do not avenge yourselves, dear friends, but give place to God’s wrath, for it is written,“Vengeance is mine, I will repay,” says the Lord. 20 Rather, if your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him a drink; for in doing this you will be heaping burning coals on his head. 21 Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
• 1 Sam 25:33 : 33 Praised be your good judgment! May you yourself be rewarded for having prevented me this day from shedding blood and taking matters into my own hands!