19 Or “the one who.” This may refer specifically to Saul, in which case David acknowledges that Abiathar’s life is endangered because of his allegiance to David. The translation assumes that the statement is more generalized, meaning that any enemy of Abiathar is an enemy of David. In other words, David promises that he will protect Abiathar with his very own life.

In other versions

Stay with me; do not be afraid, for he who seeks my life seeks your life. With me you shall be in safekeeping.”

Stay with me; don’t be afraid. The man who wants to kill you is trying to kill me too. You will be safe with me.”

Stay with me. Don’t be afraid, for the one who wants to take my life wants to take your life. You will be safe with me.”

Stay here with me, and don’t be afraid. I will protect you with my own life, for the same person wants to kill us both.”

Stay with me! Do not fear, because he who seeks my life seeks your life. You are in good care with me.”

Abide thou with me, fear not: for he that seeketh my life seeketh thy life: but with me thou shalt be in safeguard.

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