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    Wildgoats Rocks

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    Wildgoats Rocks, a rugged area near En Gedi where David hid from Saul and had the opportunity to spare the king's life (1Sam. 24:2).

    Where the story of Wildgoats Rocks happensWhere the gazetteer locates Wildgoats Rocks, framed to them: Wildgoats_Rocks. Each dot is a coordinate from the gazetteer. The coastline is a modern one, simplified; no border, road or settlement of any period is drawn, and no line joins two points, because the rows state where and not in what order.Wildgoats_Rocks
    Where the gazetteer locates Wildgoats Rocks
    verses
    1
    first named
    1 Samuel 24:2
    last named
    1 Samuel 24:2
    feature
    natural area

    Description

    Wildgoats Rocks in the text

    In the words of STEPBible TIPNR:

    Wildgoats Rocks is a location mentioned in 1Sa.24.2 as a place where David and his men sought refuge while fleeing from King Saul. The area is described as being near En Gedi, a lush oasis on the western shore of the Dead Sea. Saul, having returned from pursuing the Philistines, took 3,000 chosen men to search for David and his men in the Wildgoats Rocks region. While Saul was in a cave relieving himself, David had the opportunity to cut off a corner of the king's robe, demonstrating his loyalty and respect for Saul as the Lord's anointed. The rugged terrain of Wildgoats Rocks provided numerous hiding places for David and his men, making it difficult for Saul to locate them. The name "Wildgoats Rocks" likely refers to the rugged, steep cliffs in the area, which are suitable habitats for wild goats. This incident in the Wildgoats Rocks demonstrates David's integrity and faith in God's plan for his life, as he refused to harm Saul, even when presented with the opportunity.

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    1. 1 Samuel1 verse

      24:2

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    via Saul and Chosen Men’s pursuit of Philistia, David, and Davids MenDavidAnointed king of Israel, ancestor of Jesus Christvia Saul and Chosen Men’s pursuit of Philistia, David, and Davids MenPhilistiaAn ancient people and region in Canaanvia Saul and Chosen Men’s pursuit of Philistia, David, and Davids MenPursuitPursuit is a concept gathering 43 labelled instances in the text.via Saul and Chosen Men’s pursuit of Philistia, David, and Davids MenSaulFirst king of Israel, anointed by Samuel

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