1 Samuel 18:12

Saul was afraid of David, lest as he had gotten the favour of God and of all the people, he should also take away his kingdom.

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Afraid — Lest as he had gained the favour of God and of all the people, he should also take away his kingdom.

¹² And Saul was afraid of David, because the LORD was with him, and was departed from Saul.

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Wesley's Explanatory Notes

1 Samuel 18:12