And David longed, and said, Oh that one would give me…
“And David longed, and said, Oh that one would give me drink of the water of the well of Bethlehem, which is by the gate! And the three mighty men brake through the host of the Philistines, and drew water out of the well of Bethlehem, that was by the gate, and took it, and brought it to David: nevertheless he would not drink thereof, but poured it out unto the LORD.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
David longs for water from Bethlehem’s well, but the three mighty men fetch it, yet he pours it out as an offering to God.
In simple terms: David wanted water, but gave it to God instead.
Key Takeaway
Offer what you have to a higher purpose.
Themes
faith
leadership
selflessness
Mood
reverent
solemn
reflective
Type
biblical
spiritual
historical
When to use this quote
- battle
- leadership
- spiritual offering
- ritual
- communal support
Key Concepts
sacrifice
devotion
humility
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true devotion require?
- When do you prioritize offering over personal need?
A Different Perspective
It may seem wasteful to refuse personal need for ritual.