1Sa 18:6 | MHM | STEP | David Honoured by the People; Saul Troubled with an Evil Spirit This section marks the beginning of David’s troubles, which come soon after his great victory. The praise David receives from the people makes Saul jealous. Instead of enjoying peace after Goliath’s defeat, David faces new dangers because of Saul’s envy. This teaches us that success in the world can bring new tests and problems. v. 6 : After the victory over Goliath, Saul traveled through the cities of Israel to celebrate. When Saul arrived in each city, women came out to meet him with music and dancing, as was the custom during public celebrations. They sang a song that said, Saul has slain his thousands, and David his ten thousands (1 Samuel 18:6 ). The people honored David even more than Saul for his bravery.

‏ 1 Samuel 18:6

David Honoured by the People; Saul Troubled with an Evil Spirit

This section marks the beginning of David’s troubles, which come soon after his great victory. The praise David receives from the people makes Saul jealous. Instead of enjoying peace after Goliath’s defeat, David faces new dangers because of Saul’s envy. This teaches us that success in the world can bring new tests and problems.

v. 6: After the victory over Goliath, Saul traveled through the cities of Israel to celebrate. When Saul arrived in each city, women came out to meet him with music and dancing, as was the custom during public celebrations. They sang a song that said, Saul has slain his thousands, and David his ten thousands (1 Samuel 18:6 ^a). The people honored David even more than Saul for his bravery.