²⁰ But ^(A)one son of Ahimelech the son of Ahitub, named Abiathar, ^(B)escaped and fled ^[a]to David.

²³ Stay with me; do not be afraid, ^[a]even though ^(A)he who is seeking my life is seeking your life. For you are safe with me.”

²⁵ and Sheva was scribe, and Zadok and ^(A)Abiathar were priests;