1. At that time, the Philistines gathered their troops for war to fight against Israel. Achish said to David, "Count on you and your soldiers marching out with me in the army."
2. "Excellent," David answered Achish. "Now you’ll see for yourself what your servant can do." "Excellent," Achish replied. "I will make you my permanent bodyguard."
3. Now Samuel had died, and all Israel mourned him and buried him in Ramah, his hometown. And Saul had banned all mediums and diviners from the land.
4. The Philistines gathered their forces and advanced to camp at Shunem. Saul gathered all Israel, and they camped at Gilboa.
5. When Saul saw the Philistine army, he was so afraid that his heart beat wildly.