1 Samuel 14:49
1 Samuel 14:49 in Multiple Translations
Now the sons of Saul were Jonathan, Ishvi, and Malchishua. His two daughters were named Merab (his firstborn) and Michal (his younger daughter).
Now the sons of Saul were Jonathan, and Ishui, and Melchi-shua: and the names of his two daughters were these; the name of the firstborn Merab, and the name of the younger Michal:
Now the sons of Saul were Jonathan, and Ishvi, and Malchishua; and the names of his two daughters were these: the name of the first-born Merab, and the name of the younger Michal:
Now the sons of Saul were Jonathan and Ishvi and Malchi-shua; and these are the names of his daughters: the older was named Merab and the younger Michal;
Saul's sons were Jonathan, Ishvi, and Malchishua. The names of his two daughters were Merab (the firstborn), and Michal (the younger one).
Nowe the sonnes of Saul were Ionathan, and Ishui, and Malchishua: and the names of his two daughters, the elder was called Merab, and the yonger was named Michal.
And the sons of Saul are Jonathan, and Ishui, and Melchi-Shua; as to the name of his two daughters, the name of the first-born [is] Merab, and the name of the younger Michal;
Now the sons of Saul were Jonathan, Ishvi, and Malchishua; and the names of his two daughters were these: the name of the firstborn Merab, and the name of the younger Michal.
Now the sons of Saul were Jonathan, and Ishui, and Melchi-shua: and the names of his two daughters were these ; the name of the first-born Merab, and the name of the younger Michal:
And the sons of Saul, were Jonathan, and Jessui, and Melchisua: and the names of his two daughters, the name of the firstborn was Merob, and the name of the younger Michol.
Saul’s sons were Jonathan, Ishbosheth, and Malchishua. He also had two daughters, Merab and her younger sister Michal.
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1 Samuel 14:49 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּֽהְיוּ֙
בְּנֵ֣י
שָׁא֔וּל
יוֹנָתָ֥ן
וְ/יִשְׁוִ֖י
וּ/מַלְכִּי
שׁ֑וּעַ
וְ/שֵׁם֙
שְׁתֵּ֣י
בְנֹתָ֔י/ו
שֵׁ֤ם
הַ/בְּכִירָה֙
מֵרַ֔ב
וְ/שֵׁ֥ם
הַ/קְּטַנָּ֖ה
מִיכַֽל
וַ/יִּֽהְיוּ֙
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
שָׁא֔וּל
Shâʼûwl
H7586
Shaul
N-proper
יוֹנָתָ֥ן
Yôwnâthân
H3129
Jonathan
N-proper
וְ/יִשְׁוִ֖י
Yishvîy
H3440
Ishvi
Conj | N-proper
וּ/מַלְכִּי
Malkîyshûwaʻ
H4444
Malchi-shua
Conj | N-proper
שׁ֑וּעַ
Malkîyshûwaʻ
H4444
Malchi-shua
N-proper
וְ/שֵׁם֙
shêm
H8034
name
Conj | N-ms
שְׁתֵּ֣י
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Adj
בְנֹתָ֔י/ו
bath
H1323
Bath (Shua)
N-fp | Suff
שֵׁ֤ם
shêm
H8034
name
N-ms
הַ/בְּכִירָה֙
bᵉkîyrâh
H1067
firstborn
Art | N-fs
מֵרַ֔ב
Mêrâb
H4764
Merab
N-proper
וְ/שֵׁ֥ם
shêm
H8034
name
Conj | N-ms
הַ/קְּטַנָּ֖ה
qâṭân
H6996
small
Art | Adj
מִיכַֽל
Mîykâl
H4324
Merab
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Samuel 14:49
וַ/יִּֽהְיוּ֙
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
שָׁא֔וּל
Shâʼûwl
H7586
"Shaul"
N-proper
Shaul is a personal name meaning desired, given to several individuals in the Bible, including a Benjamite who became the first king of Israel and a Levite living during the time of the Divided Monarchy. He is mentioned in 1 Chronicles and 1 Samuel.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.6.24; son of: Uzziah (H5818H); father of: Elkanah (H0511I); also called Joel at 1Ch.6.36; Also named: yo.el (יוֹאֵל "Joel" H3100U) § Saul or Shaul = "desired" 1) a Benjamite, son of Kish, and the 1st king of Israel 2) an early king of Edom and a successor of Samlah 3) a son of Simeon 4) a Levite, son of Uzziah
Usage: Occurs in 335 OT verses. KJV: Saul, Shaul. See also: Genesis 36:37; 1 Samuel 16:22; 1 Samuel 24:5.
יוֹנָתָ֥ן
Yôwnâthân
H3129
"Jonathan"
N-proper
Jonathan means Jehovah has given, a name shared by several Israelites, including King Saul's son and a friend of David. He was a key figure in 1 Samuel and a brave warrior. Jonathan's story is told in the books of Samuel.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.23.32; son of: Shammah (H8048I) Another spelling of ye.ho.na.tan (יְהוֹנָתָן "Jonathan" H3083J) § Jonathan or Jehonathan = "Jehovah has given" 1) a son of king Saul and a friend of David 2) a son of the high priest Abiathar and the last descendant of Eli of whom we hear 3) one of David's mighty warriors 4) a Levite and father of Zechariah, a priest who blew the trumpet at the dedication of the wall 5) a son of Kareah and a brother of Johanan; a Judaite captain after the fall of Jerusalem 6) another Judaite 7) father of Ebed in the time of Ezra 8) son of Asahel in the time of Ezra 9) a priest of the family of Melicu in the time of Nehemiah 10) son of Joiada and his successor to the high priesthood in the time of Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 36 OT verses. KJV: Jonathan. See also: Judges 18:30; 1 Samuel 14:42; Jeremiah 40:8.
וְ/יִשְׁוִ֖י
Yishvîy
H3440
"Ishvi"
Conj | N-proper
Ishvi was a man in the Bible, the son of King Saul and Ahinoam, and brother of Jonathan and Michal. He is mentioned in 1 Samuel 14:49. Ishvi was part of the tribe of Benjamin.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Sa.14.49; son of: Saul (H7586G) and Ahinoam (H0293); brother of: Jonathan (H3083H), Malchi-shua (H4444), Merab (H4764) and Michal (H4324); half-brother of: Ish-bosheth (H0378), Armoni (H0764) and Mephibosheth (H4648H); also called Ishvi (KJV: Ishui) at 1Sa.14.49; Another name of a.vi.na.dav (אֲבִינָדָב "Abinadab" H0041H) § Ishui or Ishuai or Isui or Jesui = "he resembles me" 1) the 2nd son of Saul by his wife Ahinoam 2) the 3rd son of Asher and founder of the family of Ishuaites
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Ishuai, Ishvi, Isui, Jesui. See also: Genesis 46:17; 1 Samuel 14:49; 1 Chronicles 7:30.
וּ/מַלְכִּי
Malkîyshûwaʻ
H4444
"Malchi-shua"
Conj | N-proper
Malchi-shua means my king is wealth, a son of King Saul of Israel. He is mentioned in 1 Samuel 14:49 as the brother of Jonathan and Michal.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Sa.14.49; son of: Saul (H7586G) and Ahinoam (H0293); brother of: Jonathan (H3083H), Abinadab (H0041H), Merab (H4764) and Michal (H4324); half-brother of: Ish-bosheth (H0378), Armoni (H0764) and Mephibosheth (H4648H) § Malchishua or Melchishua = "my king is wealth" a son of king Saul of Israel
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Malchishua. See also: 1 Samuel 14:49; 1 Chronicles 8:33; 1 Chronicles 10:2.
שׁ֑וּעַ
Malkîyshûwaʻ
H4444
"Malchi-shua"
N-proper
Malchi-shua means my king is wealth, a son of King Saul of Israel. He is mentioned in 1 Samuel 14:49 as the brother of Jonathan and Michal.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Sa.14.49; son of: Saul (H7586G) and Ahinoam (H0293); brother of: Jonathan (H3083H), Abinadab (H0041H), Merab (H4764) and Michal (H4324); half-brother of: Ish-bosheth (H0378), Armoni (H0764) and Mephibosheth (H4648H) § Malchishua or Melchishua = "my king is wealth" a son of king Saul of Israel
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Malchishua. See also: 1 Samuel 14:49; 1 Chronicles 8:33; 1 Chronicles 10:2.
וְ/שֵׁם֙
shêm
H8034
"name"
Conj | N-ms
In the Bible, a name represents a person's identity, honor, and character, like God's name symbolizing His power and authority. It appears in Genesis and other books, often referring to God's name or a person's reputation. This concept is central to understanding biblical identity.
Definition: 1) name 1a) name 1b) reputation, fame, glory 1c) the Name (as designation of God) 1d) memorial, monument Aramaic equivalent: shum (שֻׁם "name" H8036)
Usage: Occurs in 771 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. See also: Genesis 2:11; Exodus 3:15; Deuteronomy 16:6.
שְׁתֵּ֣י
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Adj
The Hebrew word for the number two appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing pairs and dualities. It can also mean double or twice. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things that come in twos, like two witnesses or two tablets.
Definition: 1) two 1a) two (the cardinal number) 1a1) two, both, double, twice 1b) second (the ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers 1d) both (a dual number)
Usage: Occurs in 646 OT verses. KJV: both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. See also: Genesis 1:16; Exodus 30:4; Numbers 13:23.
בְנֹתָ֔י/ו
bath
H1323
"Bath (Shua)"
N-fp | Suff
The Hebrew word for daughter is used to describe a female child or a woman, and can also be used figuratively. In the Bible, it is used to describe women like Bathsheba, the wife of Uriah and later of King David.
Definition: A woman living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.38.2; daughter of: Shua (H7770); married to Judah (H3063); mother of: Er (H6147), Onan (H0209) and Shelah (H7956) the wife of Uriah whom David had murdered, having had adulterous relations with her; subsequently wife of David and mother of Solomon, Shimea, Shobab, and Nathan (alternate spelling to 'Bathsheba')
Usage: Occurs in 498 OT verses. KJV: apple (of the eye), branch, company, daughter, [idiom] first, [idiom] old, [phrase] owl, town, village. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 2:21; Ruth 1:13.
שֵׁ֤ם
shêm
H8034
"name"
N-ms
In the Bible, a name represents a person's identity, honor, and character, like God's name symbolizing His power and authority. It appears in Genesis and other books, often referring to God's name or a person's reputation. This concept is central to understanding biblical identity.
Definition: 1) name 1a) name 1b) reputation, fame, glory 1c) the Name (as designation of God) 1d) memorial, monument Aramaic equivalent: shum (שֻׁם "name" H8036)
Usage: Occurs in 771 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. See also: Genesis 2:11; Exodus 3:15; Deuteronomy 16:6.
הַ/בְּכִירָה֙
bᵉkîyrâh
H1067
"firstborn"
Art | N-fs
The Hebrew word for firstborn daughter emphasizes her birth order in the family. This term is only used to describe the eldest daughter, highlighting her special status in the family.
Definition: 1) firstborn daughter, firstborn (of women) 1a) always used of women
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: firstborn. See also: Genesis 19:31; Genesis 19:37; 1 Samuel 14:49.
מֵרַ֔ב
Mêrâb
H4764
"Merab"
N-proper
Merab was a daughter of King Saul, mentioned in 1 Samuel, and the sister of Jonathan and Michal. She was married to Adriel and had several half-brothers, including Ish-bosheth and Mephibosheth.
Definition: A woman of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Sa.14.49; daughter of: Saul (H7586G) and Ahinoam (H0293); married to Adriel (H5741); sister of: Jonathan (H3083H), Abinadab (H0041H), Malchi-shua (H4444) and Michal (H4324); half-brother of: Ish-bosheth (H0378), Armoni (H0764) and Mephibosheth (H4648H) Also named: mi.khal (מִיכַל "Merab" H4324H) § Merab = "increase" the eldest daughter of king Saul; promised to David but given instead to Adriel the Meholathite; mother of 5 children
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Merab. See also: 1 Samuel 14:49; 1 Samuel 18:17; 1 Samuel 18:19.
וְ/שֵׁ֥ם
shêm
H8034
"name"
Conj | N-ms
In the Bible, a name represents a person's identity, honor, and character, like God's name symbolizing His power and authority. It appears in Genesis and other books, often referring to God's name or a person's reputation. This concept is central to understanding biblical identity.
Definition: 1) name 1a) name 1b) reputation, fame, glory 1c) the Name (as designation of God) 1d) memorial, monument Aramaic equivalent: shum (שֻׁם "name" H8036)
Usage: Occurs in 771 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. See also: Genesis 2:11; Exodus 3:15; Deuteronomy 16:6.
הַ/קְּטַנָּ֖ה
qâṭân
H6996
"small"
Art | Adj
This Hebrew word means something or someone small in size, amount, or importance. It can describe something as little or least, and is often used to convey a sense of youth or insignificance. It appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: young, small, unimportant Another spelling of qa.ton (קָטֹן ": small" H6996B)
Usage: Occurs in 100 OT verses. KJV: least, less(-er), little (one), small(-est, one, quantity, thing), young(-er, -est). See also: Genesis 1:16; 1 Kings 22:31; Psalms 104:25.
מִיכַֽל
Mîykâl
H4324
"Merab"
N-proper
Michal, the daughter of King Saul, was married to David and is an important figure in the Bible. Her name is also spelled Merab, and she is mentioned in 1 Samuel 14:49. Michal's story is significant in the context of David's rise to power.
Definition: A woman of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Sa.14.49; daughter of: Saul (H7586G) and Ahinoam (H0293); married to Adriel (H5741); sister of: Jonathan (H3083H), Abinadab (H0041H), Malchi-shua (H4444) and Michal (H4324); half-brother of: Ish-bosheth (H0378), Armoni (H0764) and Mephibosheth (H4648H) Another spelling of me.rav (מֵרָב "Merab" H4764) § Michal = "who is like God" daughter of king Saul, sister of Jonathan, wife of king David, and mother of five; given to David as wife for the bride price of 100 Philistine foreskins; while still married to David, her father gave her in marriage to another, Phaltiel; at the death of Saul, David forced her to return
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: Michal. See also: 1 Samuel 14:49; 1 Samuel 25:44; 1 Chronicles 15:29.
Study Notes — 1 Samuel 14:49
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Context — Saul’s Victories
47After Saul had assumed the kingship over Israel, he fought against all his enemies on every side—the Moabites, the Ammonites, the Edomites, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines. Wherever he turned, he routed them.
48He fought valiantly and defeated the Amalekites, delivering Israel from the hands of its plunderers.
49Now the sons of Saul were Jonathan, Ishvi, and Malchishua. His two daughters were named Merab (his firstborn) and Michal (his younger daughter).
50His wife’s name was Ahinoam daughter of Ahimaaz. The name of the commander of his army was Abner, the son of Saul’s uncle Ner. 51Saul’s father Kish and Abner’s father Ner were sons of Abiel.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chronicles 8:33 | Ner was the father of Kish, Kish was the father of Saul, and Saul was the father of Jonathan, Malchishua, Abinadab, and Esh-baal. |
| 2 | 1 Samuel 31:2 | The Philistines followed hard after Saul and his sons, and they killed Saul’s sons Jonathan, Abinadab, and Malchishua. |
| 3 | 2 Samuel 6:20–23 | As soon as David returned home to bless his own household, Saul’s daughter Michal came out to meet him. “How the king of Israel has distinguished himself today!” she said. “He has uncovered himself today in the sight of the maidservants of his subjects, like a vulgar person would do.” But David said to Michal, “I was dancing before the LORD, who chose me over your father and all his house when He appointed me ruler over the LORD’s people Israel. I will celebrate before the LORD, and I will humiliate and humble myself even more than this. Yet I will be honored by the maidservants of whom you have spoken.” And Michal the daughter of Saul had no children to the day of her death. |
| 4 | 1 Chronicles 9:39 | Ner was the father of Kish, Kish was the father of Saul, and Saul was the father of Jonathan, Malchishua, Abinadab, and Esh-baal. |
| 5 | 2 Samuel 3:13–16 | “Good,” replied David, “I will make a covenant with you. But there is one thing I require of you: Do not appear before me unless you bring Saul’s daughter Michal when you come to see me.” Then David sent messengers to say to Ish-bosheth son of Saul, “Give me back my wife, Michal, whom I betrothed to myself for a hundred Philistine foreskins.” So Ish-bosheth sent and took Michal from her husband Paltiel son of Laish. Her husband followed her, weeping all the way to Bahurim. Then Abner said to him, “Go back.” So he returned home. |
| 6 | 1 Samuel 25:44 | But Saul had given his daughter Michal, David’s wife, to Palti son of Laish, who was from Gallim. |
| 7 | 1 Samuel 18:7–21 | And as the women danced, they sang out: “Saul has slain his thousands, and David his tens of thousands.” And Saul was furious and resented this song. “They have ascribed tens of thousands to David,” he said, “but only thousands to me. What more can he have but the kingdom?” And from that day forward Saul kept a jealous eye on David. The next day a spirit of distress sent from God came upon Saul, and he prophesied inside the house while David played the harp as usual. Now Saul was holding a spear, and he hurled it, thinking, “I will pin David to the wall.” But David eluded him twice. So Saul was afraid of David, because the LORD was with David but had departed from Saul. Therefore Saul sent David away and gave him command of a thousand men. David led the troops out to battle and back, and he continued to prosper in all his ways, because the LORD was with him. When Saul saw that David was very successful, he was afraid of him. But all Israel and Judah loved David, because he was leading them out to battle and back. Then Saul said to David, “Here is my older daughter Merab. I will give her to you in marriage. Only be valiant for me and fight the LORD’s battles.” But Saul was thinking, “I need not raise my hand against him; let the hand of the Philistines be against him.” And David said to Saul, “Who am I, and what is my family or my father’s clan in Israel, that I should become the son-in-law of the king?” So when it was time to give Saul’s daughter Merab to David, she was given in marriage to Adriel of Meholah. Now Saul’s daughter Michal loved David, and when this was reported to Saul, it pleased him. “I will give her to David,” Saul thought, “so that she may be a snare to him, and the hand of the Philistines may be against him.” So Saul said to David, “For a second time now you can be my son-in-law.” |
1 Samuel 14:49 Summary
[This verse tells us about the family of Saul, the first king of Israel. It mentions his sons, Jonathan, Ishvi, and Malchishua, and his daughters, Merab and Michal. Understanding who Saul's family members are helps us make sense of the stories that follow in 1 Samuel, where we see their interactions and relationships, such as Jonathan's friendship with David in 1 Samuel 18:1-4. By knowing the family, we can better understand the events that unfold, like the transition of power from Saul to David, which is a key part of Israel's history, as seen in 2 Samuel 5:1-5.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Who were the sons of Saul mentioned in 1 Samuel 14:49?
The sons of Saul mentioned in this verse are Jonathan, Ishvi, and Malchishua, as stated in 1 Samuel 14:49. We can also read about Jonathan's bravery in 1 Samuel 14:1-14.
What were the names of Saul's daughters?
According to 1 Samuel 14:49, Saul's daughters were named Merab, his firstborn, and Michal, his younger daughter. We see their stories unfold in other parts of 1 Samuel, such as Merab's marriage in 1 Samuel 18:19 and Michal's relationship with David in 1 Samuel 18:20-28.
Is this verse important for understanding the rest of 1 Samuel?
Yes, 1 Samuel 14:49 provides crucial background information on Saul's family, which plays a significant role in the events of 1 Samuel, particularly in the relationships between Saul, Jonathan, and David, as seen in 1 Samuel 18:1-4 and 1 Samuel 20:1-42.
How does this verse relate to the broader biblical narrative?
The introduction of Saul's family in 1 Samuel 14:49 sets the stage for the transition of power from Saul to David, which is a pivotal part of Israel's history, as prophesied in 1 Samuel 13:13-14 and fulfilled in 2 Samuel 5:1-5.
Reflection Questions
- What can we learn about family dynamics and their impact on our lives from the introduction of Saul's family in this verse?
- How might the personality and character of each of Saul's children influence their actions and decisions in the rest of the story of 1 Samuel?
- In what ways does the mention of Saul's daughters, Merab and Michal, highlight the importance of women in biblical narratives?
- What does the fact that Jonathan is mentioned first among Saul's sons suggest about his character or role in the story to come?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Samuel 14:49
And the sons of Saul were Jonathan,.... Who seems to be his firstborn, of whom, his valour and success, we read in this and the preceding chapter: and Ishui; the same with Abinadab, 1 Chronicles 8:33
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Samuel 14:49
Now the sons of Saul were Jonathan, and Ishui, and Melchishua: and the names of his two daughters were these; the name of the firstborn Merab, and the name of the younger Michal: The sons of Saul
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Samuel 14:49
Ishui, called also Abinadab, . Ishbosheth, Saul’ s other son, is here omitted, because he intended to mention only those of his sons who went with him into the battles here mentioned, and who were afterwards slain with him.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Samuel 14:49
1 Samuel 14:49 Now the sons of Saul were Jonathan, and Ishui, and Melchishua: and the names of his two daughters [were these]; the name of the firstborn Merab, and the name of the younger Michal:Ver. 49. Now the sons of Saul were Jonathan, &c.] Ishbosheth is not once named, because he was an ουτιδανος, not fit for war, and so of no account amongst them: yet he came to be a king, and the youngest daughter Michal a queen. Let no man despise the day of small things.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Samuel 14:49
(49) The sons of Saul.—The three brave sons who perished with their father in the battle on Mount Gilboa are apparently mentioned here, the only difficulty being the middle name, “Ishui,” which occurs nowhere else, save in two genealogies as that of a son of Asher (Genesis 46:17; 1 Chronicles 7:30). It is supposed to be the same as the Abinadab mentioned in that battle. His two daughters, Merab and Michal, are speciallynamed, probably owing to their connection with the history of David (1 Samuel 18:17-21), the elder of them having been promised to him in marriage, and the younger being actually wedded to him.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Samuel 14:49
Verse 49. Now the sons of Saul] We do not find Ishbosheth here. Calmet says it was "because he was too young, and did not go with him to the war, for he mentions only those who were with him." Why then mention his daughters and his wife? Did they go with him to the war?
Cambridge Bible on 1 Samuel 14:49
49. Ishui] Since in ch. 1 Samuel 31:2 and 1 Chronicles 10:2, the names of the sons who fell with Saul at Gilboa are given as Jonathan, Abinadab and Melchishua, and in the genealogies of 1 Chronicles 8:33; 1 Chronicles 9:39 these three are again mentioned with the addition of Esh-Baal or Ish-bosheth, it seems probable that Ishui is identical with Abinadab. Either Ishui was a second name, or it is a corruption of the Heb. word for “and the second.” Cp. note on 1 Samuel 8:2.
Barnes' Notes on 1 Samuel 14:49
This enumeration of Saul’s children and chief officers is according to the analogy of the subsequent annals of David and Solomen’s reign.
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Samuel 14:49
49. Ishui — Supposed to be the same as Abinadab, mentioned 1 Samuel 31:2; 1 Chronicles 8:33; 1 Chronicles 9:39. Malchi-shua — This name is sometimes spelled Melchi-shua.
Sermons on 1 Samuel 14:49
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Baal. 1 Chon. Viii. 33, 34. by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer discusses the significance of Baal worship in the context of Saul's reign, illustrating how Saul's initial devotion to Jehovah deteriorated into pride and self-sufficien |
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Dressing Up by John Fischer | John Fischer explores the concept of dressing up, not just in physical attire but in the context of life and faith. He questions the significance of clothing in expressing identity |
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Fear and Joy in the Presence of God by Erlo Stegen | Erlo Stegen emphasizes the duality of fear and joy in the presence of God, using the story of David and Michal to illustrate the importance of God's presence in our lives. He highl |
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I Samuel 26:21 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith explores the life of Saul, emphasizing how despite his physical advantages and opportunities to lead God's people, he ultimately played the fool by failing to submit fu |