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ABIGAIL a wife of noble character

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         She saved the day and won the heart of the future king!  We may never be  princesses, but in our homes, why not emulate the resourcefulness of an Abigail?                                             Nabal’s estate was nestled in the hill country of Judah. A wealthy landowner, his vast flocks of sheep and goats roamed the surrounding arid countryside.   The man scowled as he lowered his massive frame onto a cushion. He had spent the previous night celebrating the close of the  season with the city of Maon elite, hosting a party fit for a king.       At last, he had recovered, and Abigail could tell him the news. The incident had almost cost them lives, but Abigail’s diplomacy had saved their household. Nabal was an arrogant fool, and over the years, she’d learned to preempt his foolishness. ...