Definition: Behold, this day thine eyes have seen how that the LORD had delivered thee to day into mine hand in the cave: and [some] bade [me] kill thee: but [mine eye] spared thee; and I said, I will not put forth mine hand against my lord; for he [is] the LORD’S anointed.

Explanation: Okay, let’s break down this verse from 1 Samuel 24:10. It’s a really important and surprising passage in the Bible! Here’s what it means in simple terms: The Basic Story: You were arrested: God decided to punish a man named Saul for stealing a goat. This was a serious crime, and he was put under arrest. He was imprisoned: He was held captive in a cave. He was told to kill you: The jailer (the captor) instructed him to kill him. This was a harsh sentence. God intervened: But God saw something special about this man – he showed compassion and mercy. Instead of killing him, God said, “I will not put forth my hand against you.” Here’s what it means in simpler terms: “Behold, today your eyes have seen how the LORD had delivered you to me in the cave. And I bade you kill me: but mine eye spared thee; and I said, I will not put forth my hand against my lord; for he is the LORD'S anointed.” Let’s unpack it: “Behold…” : This is a way of saying "Watch this!" or "Here's what's happening." "...this day..." : This refers to a specific moment in time. "... thine eyes have seen..." : It means that the jailer saw you, and he witnessed your situation firsthand. "...how the LORD had delivered thee..." : This is the core of the story – God intervened to save you from punishment. "...into mine hand..." : This is a metaphorical way of saying you were brought into his power and control. "...to kill thee" : This was a harsh sentence, suggesting you would be killed. "...I bade thee kill me..." : God gave you the command to take your own life. "...but mine eye spared thee..." : This is the crucial part! God’s “eye” refers to His divine power and judgment. He chose to spare you, showing mercy and love. "...and I said, I will not put forth my hand against my lord..." : This is a powerful statement of obedience and submission. You are acknowledging that you are under God's authority and that He has the final say. You are saying, “I obey Your command.” Why is this important? This story illustrates several key things about God: Mercy & Compassion: God’s love isn't always about punishment; sometimes it’s about showing kindness and mercy. Divine Sovereignty: God is in control, and He has the ultimate authority to decide what happens. Submission: It demonstrates that we should submit to God's will and obey His commands, even when they seem harsh. In short, this verse tells us that God intervened to save Saul, and He chose to spare him because He is just and merciful. --- Do you want me to explain any of these parts in more detail? Or would you like me to connect this story to a specific biblical theme (like faith, obedience, or forgiveness)?