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Philistine in the Bible — Who Was Philistine? (also known as Philistines) | nocap.bible

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Israel's most persistent coastal enemy — the people of Goliath

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Also known as Philistines

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Occupied five cities along the Mediterranean coast — technologically ahead of Israel with iron weapons. Constantly at war with Israel for generations. David's defeat of their champion Goliath was the turning point that broke their dominance.

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The Oscar-Worthy Performance1 Samuel 21:10-15

The Philistine king Achish dismisses David entirely because of the convincing madness act — his contempt for the seemingly deranged visitor is exactly what saves David's life.

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