1 Samuel 21:12
And David laid up these words in his heart, and was sore afraid of Achish the king of Gath.
Cross-reference
1 Samuel 21:10
Historical context
In 1 Samuel 21:10, David arrives in Gath; verse 12 shows his fearful reaction to being recognized there.
Psalm 34:4
Historical context
Psalm 34:4, written after this event, says David sought the Lord and was delivered from his fears — a direct reflection.
Psalm 56:3
Historical context
Psalm 56:3, also tied to this event, states 'When I am afraid, I put my trust in you' — David's faith response.
Genesis 12:11
Parallel
Abraham also lied about his wife out of fear in a foreign land — a parallel pattern of deception to protect oneself.
Genesis 26:7
Parallel
Isaac repeated Abraham's deception about Rebekah — another parallel to David's fear-driven disguise.