Mark 2:26 meaning and explanation

During the high priesthood of Abiathar, he entered the house of God and ate the consecrated bread, which was lawful only for the priests. And he gave some to his companions as well.”

Mark 2:26, Berean Standard Bible

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Jesus is answering Pharisees who objected to His disciples picking grain on the Sabbath. He points to David, who with his hungry companions entered the house of God and ate the bread of the Presence, which the law reserved for priests (1 Samuel 21).

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