1 Samuel

Tells about Samuel, the last judge, and the beginning of Israel's monarchy with King Saul and young David.

Chapter 17

KJV - 1 Samuel 17:55

And when Saul saw David go forth against the Philistine, he said unto Abner, the captain of the host, Abner, whose son is this youth? And Abner said, As thy soul liveth, O king, I cannot tell.

When Saul saw David face the Philistine, he asked Abner, the leader, "Who is this young man?" Abner replied, "I swear, Mr. King, I don't know."

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