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1 Samuel 21:12-15 Good News Bible Catholic Edition (GNBDK)

12. Their words made a deep impression on David, and he became very much afraid of King Achish.

13. So whenever they were around, David pretended to be insane and acted like a madman when they tried to restrain him; he would scribble on the city gates and dribble down his beard.

14. So Achish said to his officials, “Look! The man is mad! Why did you bring him to me?

15. Haven't I got enough madmen already? Why bring another one to annoy me with his daft actions right here in my own house?”

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