Overview
Lahad is mentioned in 1 Samuel 23:28 as a location where David sought shelter while being pursued by Saul. The name means "to hide" or "refuge," reflecting David's desperate need for safety. This episode illustrates David's faith in God's deliverance during his wilderness years before becoming king of Israel.
Key Scriptures
"So Saul returned from pursuing David and went against the Philistines. Therefore they called that place the Rock of Escape" (1 Samuel 23:28, ESV). David declared: "The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear?" (Psalm 27:1, NIV). "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding" (Proverbs 3:5, ESV).
Application
When facing persecution or overwhelming circumstances, remember that God provides places of refuge and deliverance for those who trust in Him, just as He protected David during his flight from Saul.