◄ 1 Samuel 21:5 ►
David answered, "Women have indeed been kept from us, as is usual when I set out. And the equipment of the young men is holy, as it is even on common missions, and all the more at this time." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 21:5? 2. How does 1 Samuel 21:5 emphasize the importance of purity before God? 3. What does David's response in 1 Samuel 21:5 teach about holiness? 4. How can we apply the principle of purity from 1 Samuel 21:5 today? 5. What other scriptures highlight the significance of purity in our spiritual walk? 6. How does maintaining purity strengthen our relationship with God according to 1 Samuel 21:5? 7. What does 1 Samuel 21:5 reveal about the concept of ritual purity in ancient Israel? 8. How does 1 Samuel 21:5 reflect the cultural practices of David's time? 9. Why is the concept of holiness significant in 1 Samuel 21:5? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 21? 11. Did David or Elhanan kill Goliath? 12. Who incited David to take a census? (2 Samuel 24:1 vs. 1 Chronicles 21:1) 13. Why did God not condemn or punish David for lying to Ahimelech (1 Samuel 21:1-2)? 14. Why does King David, described elsewhere as righteous (1 Kings 15:5), resort to deceit and murder in 2 Samuel 11:14-17? Discussion Questions 1. How does David's response to Ahimelech reflect his understanding of holiness and purity? How can we apply this understanding to our daily lives? 2. In what ways does this passage demonstrate God's provision for His people? Can you think of a time when God provided for you in an unexpected way? 3. How does Jesus' reference to this event in Matthew 12 challenge our understanding of religious practices and mercy? How can we apply this principle in our community? 4. What leadership qualities does David exhibit in this passage, and how can we emulate these qualities in our own roles of influence? 5. How does the concept of ritual purity in the Old Testament relate to the New Testament teachings on holiness and sanctification? How can we pursue holiness in our modern context? 1 Samuel 21 Bible Study Questions 1. Why do you think David lied to Ahimelech about his mission? What could he have done differently? 2. How did Ahimelech respond to David's request for food and a weapon? What does this show about his character? 3. Why was it significant that David took the sword of Goliath? 4. Why did David decide to go to Gath? What risks did he take in going to a city of his former enemies? 5. How does David's behavior in Gath contrast with his usual demeanor? What does it show about his state of mind? 6. What can we learn from David's actions when faced with life-threatening danger? 7. How does this chapter depict God's providence? 8. What can we learn about fear and trust in God from this chapter? 9. How did David's deceptive actions impact others around him, particularly Ahimelech? 10. Have you ever been in a situation where you felt the need to deceive others for your own safety? How would you handle such a situation in the light of Christian ethics? 11. How can this chapter inspire us to rely on God in our darkest hours? 12. How can this story guide us in our responses to fear and desperation? 13. What does this chapter teach us about the consequences of our actions? 14. How can we reconcile David's deceptive actions with his faith in God? 15. How does this chapter contribute to our understanding of David's relationship with God? 16. How does this chapter influence our understanding of God's providence and sovereignty? 17. In times of fear and danger, how can we hold onto our faith in God? 18. Do you think David was right in pretending to be insane before Achish? What alternative actions could he have taken? 19. Reflect on a time you felt desperate. How would you have acted differently knowing what you now know about faith and trust in God? 20. How can we apply the lessons from this chapter to our everyday lives, especially during difficult times? Links 1 Samuel 21:5 NIV 1 Samuel 21:5 NLT 1 Samuel 21:5 ESV 1 Samuel 21:5 NASB 1 Samuel 21:5 KJV 1 Samuel 21:5 Commentaries Bible Hub