143 Relationship Between Saul and David reasonable in the predicament that he finds himself in ( cf . Vargon Garsiel 2008 b II : 236 ) : ; 148 – 147 : 2015 This location and its area are well - known to David, since he • served as a shepherd to his father’s sheep ; and he visited his brothers in the battle of the Elah Valley ( Chap 17 ) not far away from the Adullam area . In this location and the surrounding area there are many karstic • caves of which provide hiding places for David, his men, and their supplies . This area is close to Philistia and to its capital Gath . In this • area, Saul and his troops cannot feel safe, inasmuch as while they are looking for David and his men, they are exposed to surprise attacks from the nearby Philistines . The city of Adullam and its area are located within the do - • main of the Tribe of Judah ; and David can count on many of his tribesmen for assistance, supplies, and manpower . Furthermore, the area, with its long and ramified caves, is well...
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