1 Samuel 29:6-8

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⁶ So Achish finally summoned David and his men.

“I swear by the Lord,” he told them, “you are some of the finest men I’ve ever met, and I think you should go with us, but my commanders say no. ⁷ Please don’t upset them, but go back quietly.”

⁸ “What have I done to deserve this treatment?” David demanded. “Why can’t I fight your enemies?”