Why did King David feign madness?

Answer 1

Philistines

Answer 2

In fleeing from Saul, King David went to Gat, a Philistine city. The servants of the Philistine king pointed out that it was David who had come to their city, implying that he should be killed (since he had fought with the Philistines). In order to be left unharmed, David was compelled to feign insanity (1 Samuel ch.21).

Answer 2

On one occasion, while he was outlawed by King Saul, David sought refuge with Achish the king of Gath. Upon discovering who he was, the Philistines suggested to Achish that David was a security risk, and David became afraid. Consequently, he disguised his sanity by acting insane. Thinking David was crazy, Achish let him go with his life, as a harmless idiot. David was later inspired to write Psalm 34, in which he thanked Jehovah for blessing this strategy and delivering him. (1Samuel 21:10-22:1)

Answer 3

In fleeing from Saul, King David went to Gat, a Philistine city. The servants of the Philistine king pointed out that it was David who had come to their city, implying that he should be killed (since he had fought with the Philistines). In order to be left unharmed, David was compelled to feign insanity (1 Samuel ch.21).See also the Related Links.

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Answer 4

He was fleeing from King Saul, who wanted to kill him. At one point, he felt that he would only be safe in the proximity of the Philistine king, where Saul would not pursue him. However, the Philistines and Israelites were not at peace, and some of their officers wanted to kill him (David). So he feigned madness as a ruse to be left alone. 1 Samuel ch.21.

Answer 5

Psalms 34, and 1 Samuel ch.21.

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Answer 6

Samuels

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Malachi

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Joel

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