40. And he took his staff in his hand, and chose him five smooth stones out of the brook, and put them in the shepherd's bag that he had, into the pocket; and his sling was in his hand. And he drew near to the Philistine.
41. And the Philistine came on and approached David; and the man that bore the shield was before him.
42. And when the Philistine looked about and saw David, he disdained him; for he was a youth, and ruddy, and besides of a beautiful countenance.
43. And the Philistine said to David, Am I a dog, that thou comest to me with staves? And the Philistine cursed David by his gods.