How many Philistine foreskins did Saul demand from David as a bride price for his daughter Michal?
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Correct answer: 100
Saul demanded 100 foreskins, hoping David would be killed by the Philistines in the process. David exceeded the requirement by bringing 200, which forced Saul to give him Michal in marriage.
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