II Samuel 23:17
The Scripture
(17) And he said, Be it far from me, O LORD, that I should do this: is not this the blood of the men that went in jeopardy of their lives? therefore he would not drink it. These things did these three mighty men.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
David spoke his final prophetic words, describing the righteous ruler as like the light of morning, and the chapter lists the exploits and names of his mighty men, including the three who broke through Philistine lines to bring him water. These warriors' loyalty and valor are recorded as a lasting testimony to David's reign.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
II Samuel 20:20Genesis 44:17I Samuel 2:30I Samuel 26:11I Kings 21:3I Chronicles 11:19Genesis 9:4Leviticus 17:10Psalms 72:14Matthew 26:28Mark 14:24John 6:52
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