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1 SAMUEL CHAPTER 17
The armies of the Israelites and Philistines ready for battle: Goliath terrifieth the Israelites with his stature, armour, and challenge, 1Sa_17:1-11. David sent by his father to visit his brethren; is willing to encounter with him, 1Sa_17:12-27; for which Eliab chideth him: he is brought to Saul, and showeth the reason of his confidence, 1Sa_17:28-37. He taketh a staff, and sling, with five stones, 1Sa_17:38. Goliath curseth and threateneth him, 1Sa_17:41-44. David’s faith: he slayeth him, 1Sa_17:45-50. The Philistines flee; are smitten and plundered, 1Sa_17:51-54. Saul taketh notice of David, 1Sa_17:55-58.
To revenge their former great and shameful defeat, 1Sa 14.