And Abiathar showed David that Saul had slain the Lord's priests. ] Of which perhaps he had not as yet heard; though tidings of such a nature generally fly swiftly; and a sorrowful shocking account he had to give, and which was so to David.
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He also put to the sword Nob, the city of the priests, with its men and women, children and infants, oxen, donkeys, and sheep.
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But one of the sons of Ahimelech son of Ahitub escaped. His name was Abiathar, and he fled to David.
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And Abiathar told David that Saul had killed the priests of the LORD.
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Then David said to Abiathar, “I knew that Doeg the Edomite was there that day, and that he was sure to tell Saul. I myself am responsible for the lives of everyone in your father’s house.
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Stay with me; do not be afraid, for he who seeks your life is seeking mine as well. You will be safe with me.”
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