NET
30 But David could not go before it to seek God’s will, for he was afraid of the sword of the angel of the Lord.
Darby
30 But David could not go before it to inquire of God; for he was afraid because of the sword of the angel of Jehovah.
KJV
30 But David could not go before it to enquire of God: for he was afraid because of the sword of the angel of the LORD.