1 Samuel 20:25 (ESV)ExpositionWhy was Saul's customary place next to the wall?ShareInformationReading ListEnglish1 Samuel 20:25 (ESV)25 The king sat on his seat, as at other times, on the seat by the wall. Jonathan sat opposite, and Abner sat by Saul’s side, but David’s place was empty.With his back to the wall, Saul would have been secure from any surprises.1
25 The king sat on his seat, as at other times, on the seat by the wall. Jonathan sat opposite, and Abner sat by Saul’s side, but David’s place was empty.