1 Samuel 17:29
And David said, What have I now done? Is there not a cause?
Cross-references
1 Samuel 26:18
Parallel
In 1 Samuel 26:18, David again asks 'What have I done?' when sparing Saul's life — the same defense of innocence in a parallel situation.
1 Samuel 29:8
Parallel
In 1 Samuel 29:8, David asks 'What have I done?' to Achish — another instance of his characteristic plea of innocence.
Proverbs 15:1
Parallel
In Proverbs 15:1, a soft answer turns away wrath — David's calm reply here exemplifies that wisdom.
1 Peter 3:9
Parallel
In 1 Peter 3:9, believers are called not to repay evil for evil — David's gentle reply here models that.
Acts 11:2–4
Parallel
In Acts 11:2-4, Peter defends his actions to critics — paralleling David's defense of his cause here.