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◄ 1 Samuel 25:23►
New International Version
When Abigail saw David, she quickly got off her donkey and bowed down before David with her face to the ground.

New Living Translation
When Abigail saw David, she quickly got off her donkey and bowed low before him.

English Standard Version
When Abigail saw David, she hurried and got down from the donkey and fell before David on her face and bowed to the ground.

Berean Standard Bible
When Abigail saw David, she quickly got off the donkey, fell facedown, and bowed before him.

King James Bible
And when Abigail saw David, she hasted, and lighted off the ass, and fell before David on her face, and bowed herself to the ground,

New King James Version
Now when Abigail saw David, she dismounted quickly from the donkey, fell on her face before David, and bowed down to the ground.

New American Standard Bible
When Abigail saw David, she hurried and dismounted from her donkey, and fell on her face in front of David and bowed herself to the ground.

NASB 1995
When Abigail saw David, she hurried and dismounted from her donkey, and fell on her face before David and bowed herself to the ground.

NASB 1977
When Abigail saw David, she hurried and dismounted from her donkey, and fell on her face before David, and bowed herself to the ground.

Legacy Standard Bible
Then Abigail saw David; so she hurried and dismounted from her donkey and fell on her face before David and bowed herself to the ground.

Amplified Bible
When Abigail saw David, she hurried and dismounted from the donkey, and kneeled face downward before David and bowed down to the ground [in respect].

Christian Standard Bible
When Abigail saw David, she quickly got off the donkey and knelt down with her face to the ground and paid homage to David.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
When Abigail saw David, she quickly got off the donkey and fell with her face to the ground in front of David.

American Standard Version
And when Abigail saw David, she hasted, and alighted from her ass, and fell before David on her face, and bowed herself to the ground.

Contemporary English Version
Abigail quickly got off her donkey and bowed down in front of David.

English Revised Version
And when Abigail saw David, she hasted, and lighted off her ass, and fell before David on her face, and bowed herself to the ground.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
When Abigail saw David, she quickly got down from her donkey. She immediately bowed down in front of David with her face touching the ground.

Good News Translation
When Abigail saw David, she quickly dismounted and threw herself on the ground

International Standard Version
When Abigail saw David, she quickly got down from the donkey and fell on her face before David, prostrating herself on the ground.

NET Bible
When Abigail saw David, she got down quickly from the donkey, threw herself down before David, and bowed to the ground.

New Heart English Bible
When Abigail saw David, she hurried, and got off from her donkey, and fell before David on her face, and bowed herself to the ground at his feet.

Webster's Bible Translation
And when Abigail saw David, she hasted, and lighted off the ass, and fell before David on her face, and bowed herself to the ground.
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
When Abigail saw David, she quickly got off the donkey, fell facedown, and bowed before him.

World English Bible
When Abigail saw David, she hurried and got off her donkey, and fell before David on her face and bowed herself to the ground.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Abigail sees David, and hurries and comes down from off the donkey, and falls on her face before David, and bows herself to the earth,

Young's Literal Translation
And Abigail seeth David, and hasteth and cometh down from off the ass, and falleth before David on her face, and boweth herself to the earth,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Abigail will see David, and will hasten, and will come down from the ass, and fall before David upon her face, and will worship him to the earth.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And when Abigail saw David she made haste and lighted off the ass, and fell before David, on her face, and adored upon the ground.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Then, when Abigail had seen David, she hurried and descended from the donkey. And she fell upon her face before David, and she reverenced on the ground.

New American Bible
As soon as Abigail saw David, she dismounted quickly from the donkey and, falling down, bowed low to the ground before David in homage.

New Revised Standard Version
When Abigail saw David, she hurried and alighted from the donkey, and fell before David on her face, bowing to the ground.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And when Abigail saw David, she hastened and alighted from the ass, and fell before David on her face and bowed herself to the ground,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Abigal saw David and she hurried and she came down from the donkey and she fell before David on her face and she bowed down on the ground
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And when Abigail saw David, she made haste, and alighted from her ass, and fell before David on her face, and bowed down to the ground.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Abigaia saw David, and she hasted and alighted from her ass; and she felt before David on her face, and did obeisance to him,bowing to the ground

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Abigail Intercedes for Nabal
…22May God punish David, and ever so severely, if I let one of Nabal’s men survive until morning.”23When AbigailsawDavid,she quicklygot offthe donkey,fellfacedown,and bowedbeforehim.24She fell at his feet and said, “My lord, may the blame be on me alone, but please let your servant speak to you; hear the words of your servant.…

Cross References
Genesis 18:2
And Abraham looked up and saw three men standing nearby. When he saw them, he ran from the entrance of his tent to meet them and bowed low to the ground.

Genesis 33:3
But Jacob himself went on ahead and bowed to the ground seven times as he approached his brother.

Ruth 2:10
At this, she fell on her face, bowing low to the ground, and said to him, “Why have I found such favor in your eyes that you should take notice of me, even though I am a foreigner?”

2 Kings 4:37
She came in, fell at his feet, and bowed to the ground. Then she picked up her son and went out.

Esther 8:3
And once again, Esther addressed the king. She fell at his feet weeping and begged him to revoke the evil scheme of Haman the Agagite, which he had devised against the Jews.

Matthew 2:11
On coming to the house, they saw the Child with His mother Mary, and they fell down and worshiped Him. Then they opened their treasures and presented Him with gifts of gold and frankincense and myrrh.

Matthew 15:25
The woman came and knelt before Him. “Lord, help me!” she said.

Matthew 18:26
Then the servant fell on his knees before him. ‘Have patience with me,’ he begged, ‘and I will pay back everything.’

Luke 7:38
As she stood behind Him at His feet weeping, she began to wet His feet with her tears and wipe them with her hair. Then she kissed His feet and anointed them with the perfume.

Luke 17:16
He fell facedown at Jesus’ feet in thanksgiving to Him—and he was a Samaritan.

John 11:32
When Mary came to Jesus and saw Him, she fell at His feet and said, “Lord, if You had been here, my brother would not have died.”

Acts 10:25
As Peter was about to enter, Cornelius met him and fell at his feet to worship him.

Acts 16:29
Calling for lights, the jailer rushed in and fell trembling before Paul and Silas.

Romans 12:10
Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another.

Philippians 2:3
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or empty pride, but in humility consider others more important than yourselves.


Treasury of Scripture

And when Abigail saw David, she hurried, and lighted off the ass, and fell before David on her face, and bowed herself to the ground,

lighted

Joshua 15:18
And it came to pass, as she cameunto him, that she moved him to ask of her father a field: and she lighted offher ass; and Caleb said unto her, What wouldest thou?

Judges 1:14
And it came to pass, when she cameto him, that she moved him to ask of her father a field: and she lighted from offher ass; and Caleb said unto her, What wilt thou?

fell

1 Samuel 20:41
And as soon as the lad was gone, David arose out ofa place toward the south, and fell on his face to the ground, and bowed himself three times: and they kissed one another, and wept one with another, until David exceeded.

1 Samuel 24:8
David also arose afterward, and went out of the cave, and cried after Saul, saying, My lord the king. And when Saul looked behind him, David stooped with his face to the earth, and bowed himself.

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1 Samuel 25
1.Samuel dies
2.David in Paran sends to Nabal
10.Provoked by Nabal's rudeness, he minds to destroy him
14.Abigail understanding thereof
18.takes a present
23.and by her wisdom
32.pacifies David
36.Nabal hearing thereof, dies
39.David takes Abigail and Ahinoam to be his wives
44.Michal is given to Phalti














When Abigail saw David
Abigail's encounter with David occurs during a tense moment when David is on his way to confront Nabal, her husband, for his disrespect. Abigail's ability to see David signifies her awareness and discernment, qualities that are emphasized throughout the narrative. This moment is pivotal as it sets the stage for her intercession. Abigail's actions reflect the wisdom and initiative that are often praised in biblical women, such as Esther and Deborah, who also took decisive actions to avert disaster.

she quickly got off the donkey
Her swift dismounting from the donkey indicates urgency and respect. In the ancient Near Eastern culture, the act of dismounting was a gesture of humility and submission, especially when approaching someone of higher status. This action parallels the humility shown by other biblical figures, such as Rebekah when she met Isaac (Genesis 24:64). Abigail's haste underscores her determination to prevent bloodshed and her recognition of the gravity of the situation.

fell facedown
Falling facedown is a posture of deep respect and submission, often seen in biblical accounts when individuals encounter someone of great authority or divine presence. This act of prostration is reminiscent of the reverence shown to kings and prophets, as seen in the interactions with figures like Joseph (Genesis 50:18) and Daniel (Daniel 2:46). Abigail's posture before David acknowledges his future kingship and God's anointing upon him, even though he is not yet king.

and bowed before him
Bowing further emphasizes Abigail's respect and acknowledgment of David's authority. In the cultural context, bowing was a common practice to show honor and deference. This act can be seen as a type of Christ, where Abigail's submission to David prefigures the submission of the church to Christ, the ultimate King. Her actions foreshadow the recognition of Jesus' authority and the humility required of His followers. Abigail's approach to David is a model of peacemaking and wisdom, aligning with the biblical principle of seeking peace and pursuing it (Psalm 34:14).

Persons / Places / Events
1.Abigail
A wise and discerning woman, the wife of Nabal. She is known for her quick action and humility in approaching David to prevent bloodshed.

2.David
The future king of Israel, at this time leading a group of men while fleeing from King Saul. He is on his way to confront Nabal for his disrespect.

3.Nabal
A wealthy but foolish man, husband to Abigail, who insulted David and refused to provide for his men.

4.The Encounter
This event takes place in the wilderness of Paran, where David and his men are camped. Abigail intercepts David to prevent him from taking vengeance on Nabal.
Teaching Points
The Power of Humility
Abigail's humility in bowing before David demonstrates the strength found in lowering oneself to achieve peace and reconciliation.

Wisdom in Action
Abigail's quick and decisive actions show the importance of using wisdom to avert disaster and promote peace.

Peacemaking as a Virtue
Abigail's role as a peacemaker highlights the Christian call to seek peace and pursue it, even in difficult situations.

God's Providence
This account illustrates how God can use individuals to fulfill His purposes and prevent wrongdoing, even when circumstances seem dire.

The Role of Women in God's Plan
Abigail's account is a powerful reminder of how God uses women in significant ways to influence and guide His people.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1.What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 25:23?

2.How does Abigail's response in 1 Samuel 25:23 demonstrate humility and wisdom?

3.What can we learn from Abigail's actions about peacemaking in conflict situations?

4.How does Abigail's approach in 1 Samuel 25:23 connect to Matthew 5:9?

5.In what ways can we emulate Abigail's humility in our daily interactions?

6.How does Abigail's example encourage us to act courageously in difficult circumstances?

7.What does Abigail's action in 1 Samuel 25:23 reveal about humility and leadership?

8.How does 1 Samuel 25:23 demonstrate the role of women in biblical narratives?

9.What cultural customs are reflected in Abigail's gesture in 1 Samuel 25:23?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 25?

11.1 Samuel 25:21–22 – Why would David, future king, threaten such violence over a refusal of hospitality, seemingly contradicting biblical ethics of mercy?

12.1 Samuel 25:39-42 - How do we reconcile David marrying Abigail immediately after Nabal's death with biblical laws and cultural norms on mourning and remarriage?

13.How did David consult the ephod for instant divine guidance in 1 Samuel 23:9-12 when similar direct communication is uncommon elsewhere in the Old Testament?

14.Why does 2 Kings 23:25 suggest Josiah surpassed even David in devotion, seemingly contradicting other texts that exalt David's faithfulness?
What Does 1 Samuel 25:23 Mean
When Abigail saw David

- Abigail’s very first glimpse of David triggers an intentional response. She has already heard from the servants about the danger her household faces (1 Samuel 25:14-17).

- She recognizes David not merely as an angry warrior but as the man the LORD is raising up to rule Israel (1 Samuel 16:13; 24:20).

- The moment recalls others who discerned God’s chosen servant from a distance, such as Samuel spotting Saul (1 Samuel 9:17) and John the Baptist identifying Jesus (John 1:29). Seeing rightly is often the first step of wisdom (Proverbs 22:3).

She quickly got off the donkey

- Speed shows urgency. Abigail wastes no time; her family’s survival and David’s integrity are both at stake (1 Samuel 25:26, 31).

- Getting down from the animal places her on David’s level, choosing service over status. Rebekah did the same when meeting Isaac (Genesis 24:64-65).

- True peacemakers move swiftly toward reconciliation (Matthew 5:23-25;James 3:17-18).

Fell facedown

- Falling prostrate expresses deep humility and surrender. Joshua responded this way to the Commander of the LORD’s army (Joshua 5:14), and Ezekiel before the glory of God (Ezekiel 1:28).

- Abigail’s posture admits, “I have no standing to demand; I can only plead.” Such lowliness prepares the ground for grace (1 Peter 5:5;Luke 18:13-14).

- While the gesture honors David, ultimate reverence belongs to the LORD who sent him (Psalm 2:11-12).

Bowed before him

- Bowing reinforces respect for David’s God-given authority, much as David himself bowed to Saul even while hunted (1 Samuel 24:8).

- Abigail’s act anticipates the day every knee will bow before the true King (Philippians 2:10-11), reminding us that acknowledging rightful leadership is both wise and worshipful when done in the fear of God (Romans 13:7).

- Her submission creates the relational space for David to hear her plea and be spared from bloodguilt (1 Samuel 25:32-34).

summary

Abigail’s seeing, dismounting, prostrating, and bowing form a rapid sequence of humble, faith-filled actions. Each movement signals respect for God’s anointed and confidence that righteous honor diffuses wrath. The verse models how wise believers approach those whom the LORD sets in authority—swiftly, humbly, and with a posture that invites God’s peace into volatile moments.

(23)Fell before David.--This act of obeisance, and, in fact, the whole tone of the wise wife of Nabal in her address to David, seems to betoken her consciousness that she was addressing the anointed of Jehovah, the future king--at no distant date--of Israel. Her worst fears she found realised when she met David, probably at no great distance from the principal residence of Nabal, accompanied by so large an armed force, evidently bent on some deed of violence. She deprecated his wrath by representing her husband not merely as a bad man, but as one scarcely responsible for his actions. Hadsheonly known of the mission of David's followers to Nabal, she implies, very different indeed had been their reception; they would not, at least, have returned to David empty-handed.

Verses 23-25. -Abigail... fell before David on her face. This very abject obeisance may have been grounded on her belief in David's future kingship, or it may simply mark the inferior position held by women in those days (see ver. 41). Her whole address is couched in very humble terms. David (1 Samuel 24:8) only stooped with his face to the ground before Saul.Upon me. Abigail represents herself as the person really guilty, on whom theiniquity,i.e. the punishment of the offence, must fall. Nabal is a mereson of Belial, a worthless, bad man, whose name Nabal,i.e. fool, is a sign that folly is with him, and accompanies all his acts. As a fool he is scarcely accountable for his doings, and Abigail, whose wont and business it was to set things to rights,saw not the young men, and so was unable to save them from her husband's rudeness.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
When Abigail
אֲבִיגַ֙יִל֙(’ă·ḇî·ḡa·yil)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 26:Abigail -- 'my father is joy', two Israelite women

saw
וַתֵּ֤רֶא(wat·tê·re)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 7200:To see

David,
דָּוִ֔ד(dā·wiḏ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1732:David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse

she quickly
וַתְּמַהֵ֕ר(wat·tə·ma·hêr)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 4116:To be liquid, flow easily, to hurry, promptly

got off
וַתֵּ֖רֶד(wat·tê·reḏ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 3381:To come or go down, descend

the donkey,
הַחֲמ֑וֹר(ha·ḥă·mō·wr)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2543:A male ass

fell
וַתִּפֹּ֞ל(wat·tip·pōl)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 5307:To fall, lie

facedown,
פָּנֶ֔יהָ(pā·ne·hā)
Noun - masculine plural construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 6440:The face

and bowed
וַתִּשְׁתַּ֖חוּ(wat·tiš·ta·ḥū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hitpael - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 7812:To depress, prostrate

before
לְאַפֵּ֤י(lə·’ap·pê)
Preposition-l | Noun - mdc
Strong's 639:The nose, nostril, the face, a person, ire

him.
דָוִד֙(ḏā·wiḏ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1732:David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse


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