Overview
Gittaim (meaning "two wine presses") was a town in Benjamin where people sought safety during Saul's violent persecution of the Gibeonites. The city served as a place of refuge where the persecuted could escape danger and find protection under God's care.
Key Scriptures
"But all the Benjamites fled to Gittaim and have lived there as foreigners to this day" (2 Samuel 4:3, NIV). This passage records how survivors found sanctuary in Gittaim after the upheaval in Saul's kingdom. The city's mention emphasizes God's faithfulness in providing escape routes and safe places for His people during persecution.
Application
When facing spiritual opposition or trials, trust that God provides places of refuge and community where believers can find strength and protection through fellowship with other Christians.