David Spares Saul for Kids: Bible Story & Printables
The story in a nutshell
King Saul took three thousand chosen men to seek David in the wilderness of En-gedi, and Saul went into a cave where David and his men were in the sides of the cave. David's men said this was his day, but David only "cut off the skirt of Saul's robe privily," and even then "David's heart smote him." He called after Saul and showed him the skirt, saying, "mine hand shall not be upon thee," and Saul wept and said, "Thou art more righteous than I."
Read it: 1 Samuel 24:1–22
Memory verse1 Samuel 24:17
Big ideasRepay evil with good · Respect those God puts in charge · Let God be the judge
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the story of David Spares Saul in the Bible?
You can read it in 1 Samuel 24:1–22.
What is the story of David Spares Saul about?
King Saul took three thousand chosen men to seek David in the wilderness of En-gedi, and Saul went into a cave where David and his men were in the sides of the cave. David's men said this was his day, but David only "cut off the skirt of Saul's robe privily," and even then "David's heart smote him." He called after Saul and showed him the skirt, saying, "mine hand shall not be upon thee," and Saul wept and said, "Thou art more righteous than I."
What can kids learn from David Spares Saul?
Big ideas to teach: Repay evil with good, Respect those God puts in charge, Let God be the judge.