Abigail mother taught her the wisdom of God and to put all her trust in the Lord and not man. She was a hard worker and she gained the respect of all the servants because she treated them with respect. However, her husband Nabal was a wealthy, harsh man who was abusive to Abigail and his abuse increase with his drinking. He took Abigail for granted and did not see the wealth of knowledge within her. He would verbally abuse her and make her feel as if she was worthless.
David was avoiding Saul during this time because Saul wanted to kill David. David sent ten of his men to greet Nabal in order for Nabal to help feed David and his men. David played an important role in Nabal’s prosperity because he provided protection for his workforce.
David was avoiding Saul during this time because Saul wanted to kill David. David sent ten of his men to greet Nabal in order for Nabal to help feed David and his men. David played an important role in Nabal’s prosperity because he provided protection for his workforce.