Why Was Ahimelech’s Assistance to David Misunderstood as Rebellion? The story of Ahimelech’s interaction with David in Book of 1 Samuel chapter 21–22 is one of the most tragic episodes in Israel’s early monarchy. When David fled from King Saul, he sought help from the priest Ahimelech. Ahimelech unknowingly provided … Continue reading Why was Ahimelech’s assistance to David misunderstood as rebellion?