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What does 1 Samuel 16:23 mean?

Whenever the harmful spirit from God troubled Saul, David would play his harp. Saul would feel better, the spirit would leave, and he’d calm down. 1 Samuel 16:23 - Modern Text Bible

(David's music soothes Saul, helping him find relief from his distress.)