1 Samuel 17:19
1 Samuel 17:19 in Multiple Translations
They are with Saul and all the men of Israel in the Valley of Elah, fighting against the Philistines.”
Now Saul, and they, and all the men of Israel, were in the valley of Elah, fighting with the Philistines.
Now Saul, and they, and all the men of Israel, were in the vale of Elah, fighting with the Philistines.
Now Saul, and they, and all the men of Israel were in the valley of Elah, fighting with the Philistines.
They were with Saul and the whole Israelite army in the Valley of Elah, fighting the Philistines.
(Then Saul and they, and all the men of Israel were in the valley of Elah, fighting with the Philistims)
And Saul, and they, and all the men of Israel [are] in the valley of Elah, fighting with the Philistines.
Now Saul, and they, and all the men of Israel were in the valley of Elah, fighting with the Philistines.
Now Saul, and they, and all the men of Israel, were in the valley of Elah, fighting with the Philistines.
But Saul, and they, and all the children of Israel were in the valley of Terebinth fighting against the Philistines.
His brothers were with Saul and all the other Israeli soldiers, camped alongside Elah Valley, preparing to fight the Philistines.
Go to the valley called Elah. That’s the place where Saul and our mob are fighting with the Philistia mob.”
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Samuel 17:19
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1 Samuel 17:19 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/שָׁא֤וּל
וְ/הֵ֨מָּה֙
וְ/כָל
אִ֣ישׁ
יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל
בְּ/עֵ֖מֶק
הָֽאֵלָ֑ה
נִלְחָמִ֖ים
עִם
פְּלִשְׁתִּֽים
וְ/שָׁא֤וּל
Shâʼûwl
H7586
Shaul
Conj | N-proper
וְ/הֵ֨מָּה֙
hêm
H1992
they(masc.)
Conj | Pron
וְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
all
Conj | N-ms
אִ֣ישׁ
ʼîysh
H376
man
N-ms
יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל
Yisrâʼêl
H3478
Israel
N-proper
בְּ/עֵ֖מֶק
ʻêmeq
H6010
valley
Prep | N-ms
הָֽאֵלָ֑ה
ʼÊlâh
H425
Elah
N-proper
נִלְחָמִ֖ים
lâcham
H3898
to fight
V-Niphal
עִם
ʻim
H5973
with
Prep
פְּלִשְׁתִּֽים
Pᵉlishtîy
H6430
Philistines
Ngmpa
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Samuel 17:19
וְ/שָׁא֤וּל
Shâʼûwl
H7586
"Shaul"
Conj | 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.
וְ/הֵ֨מָּה֙
hêm
H1992
"they(masc.)"
Conj | Pron
This Hebrew word is used to refer to a group of men, emphasizing that it is specifically them. It is often translated as 'they' or 'them' in the Bible, and appears in books like Exodus and Isaiah.
Definition: they, these, the same, who
Usage: Occurs in 524 OT verses. KJV: it, like, [idiom] (how, so) many (soever, more as) they (be), (the) same, [idiom] so, [idiom] such, their, them, these, they, those, which, who, whom, withal, ye. See also: Genesis 3:7; Deuteronomy 19:17; 2 Kings 1:18.
וְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Conj | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
אִ֣ישׁ
ʼîysh
H376
"man"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.
Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)
Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.
יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל
Yisrâʼêl
H3478
"Israel"
N-proper
Israel is the symbolic name of Jacob, also referring to his descendants. Jacob, son of Isaac and Rebekah, had 12 sons who became the tribes of Israel, as told in Genesis 25:26. His story is crucial to the Bible's narrative.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.25.26; son of: Isaac (H3327) and Rebekah (H7259); brother of: Esau (H6215); married to Rachel (H7354), Leah (H3812), Zilpah (H2153) and Bilhah (H1090A); father of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074), Dinah (H1783), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); also called Jacob frequently § Israel = "God prevails" 1) the second name for Jacob given to him by God after his wrestling with the angel at Peniel 2) the name of the descendants and the nation of the descendants of Jacob 2a) the name of the nation until the death of Solomon and the split 2b) the name used and given to the northern kingdom consisting of the 10 tribes under Jeroboam; the southern kingdom was known as Judah 2c) the name of the nation after the return from exile
Usage: Occurs in 2231 OT verses. KJV: Israel. See also: Genesis 32:29; Exodus 13:18; Exodus 40:38.
בְּ/עֵ֖מֶק
ʻêmeq
H6010
"valley"
Prep | N-ms
Describes a valley or lowland area, like the Valley of Elah where David fought Goliath.
Definition: valley, vale, lowland, open country
Usage: Occurs in 64 OT verses. KJV: dale, vale, valley (often used as a part of proper names). See also H1025 (בֵּית הָעֵמֶק). See also: Genesis 14:3; 2 Samuel 18:18; Psalms 60:8.
הָֽאֵלָ֑ה
ʼÊlâh
H425
"Elah"
N-proper
Elah refers to a place in Palestine or the name of several Israelites and an Edomite, meaning an oak valley. It appears in the Bible as a location and a personal name. In 1 Samuel 17:2, the Valley of Elah is where David fought Goliath.
Definition: Elah = "An oak" Combined with " Valley" (e.meq עֵ֫מֶק H6010I)
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: Elah. See also: Genesis 36:41; 1 Kings 16:14; 1 Chronicles 9:8.
נִלְחָמִ֖ים
lâcham
H3898
"to fight"
V-Niphal
In the Bible, this word means to feed on or consume something, often referring to eating food or battling against someone. It's used in stories like David's battles and the Israelites' struggles in the wilderness.
Definition: 1) to fight, do battle, make war 1a) (Qal) to fight, do battle 1b) (Niphal) to engage in battle, wage war
Usage: Occurs in 171 OT verses. KJV: devour, eat, [idiom] ever, fight(-ing), overcome, prevail, (make) war(-ring). See also: Exodus 1:10; 2 Samuel 8:10; Psalms 35:1.
עִם
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Prep
This Hebrew word means with or together, like when God is with his people in Exodus 33:14-15. It's used to describe accompaniment or association, and can also mean against or beside. The word is used to convey a sense of relationship or proximity between people or things.
Definition: 1) with 1a) with 1b) against 1c) toward 1d) as long as
Usage: Occurs in 919 OT verses. KJV: accompanying, against, and, as ([idiom] long as), before, beside, by (reason of), for all, from (among, between), in, like, more than, of, (un-) to, with(-al). See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 21:14; Deuteronomy 29:11.
פְּלִשְׁתִּֽים
Pᵉlishtîy
H6430
"Philistines"
Ngmpa
A Philistine is a person from the region of Philistia, which was inhabited by immigrants from other places. The Philistines were known for their conflicts with the Israelites, as recorded in the Bible. They were a distinct ethnic group.
Definition: Philistine = "immigrants" an inhabitant of Philistia; descendants of Mizraim who immigrated from Caphtor (Crete?) to the western seacoast of Canaan Another name of ga.dol (גָּדוֹל "Great( Sea)" H1419J)
Usage: Occurs in 244 OT verses. KJV: Philistine. See also: Genesis 10:14; 1 Samuel 17:8; 1 Chronicles 10:1.
Study Notes — 1 Samuel 17:19
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- Gill's Exposition on 1 Samuel 17:19
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Samuel 17:19
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Samuel 17:19
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Samuel 17:19
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Samuel 17:19
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Samuel 17:19
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Samuel 17:19
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Samuel 17:19
Context — David Accepts the Challenge
17One day Jesse said to his son David, “Take this ephah of roasted grain and these ten loaves of bread for your brothers and hurry to their camp.
18Take also these ten portions of cheese to the commander of their unit. Check on the welfare of your brothers and bring back an assurance from them.
19They are with Saul and all the men of Israel in the Valley of Elah, fighting against the Philistines.”
20So David got up early in the morning, left the flock with a keeper, loaded up, and set out as Jesse had instructed him. He reached the camp as the army was marching out to its position and shouting the battle cry. 21And Israel and the Philistines arrayed in formation against each other.1 Samuel 17:19 Summary
This verse tells us that David's brothers are with King Saul and the Israelite army in the Valley of Elah, fighting against the Philistines. Just like the Israelites, we often face battles and challenges in our lives, but we can trust in God's power and presence, just as David would soon do (1 Samuel 17:45-47). We can also learn from Jesse's example of caring for his family members and staying informed about their well-being (1 Samuel 17:18). By trusting in God and caring for one another, we can face our own challenges with courage and confidence, just like David did in the face of Goliath.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Jesse send David to the camp with supplies?
Jesse sent David to the camp to check on the welfare of his brothers and to bring back an assurance from them, as mentioned in 1 Samuel 17:18. This shows Jesse's concern for his sons' well-being and his desire to stay informed about the situation.
Who are the Philistines and why are they fighting against Israel?
The Philistines were a neighboring nation that often clashed with Israel, as seen in 1 Samuel 4:1-11 and other passages. In this context, they are fighting against Israel in the Valley of Elah, posing a significant threat to God's people.
What is the significance of the Valley of Elah?
The Valley of Elah is the location where the Israelites are fighting against the Philistines, as mentioned in 1 Samuel 17:19. This valley would later become the site of David's famous victory over Goliath, as told in 1 Samuel 17:51.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the story in 1 Samuel 17?
This verse sets the stage for David's encounter with Goliath, as it establishes the context of the battle between Israel and the Philistines. David's arrival at the camp, as described in 1 Samuel 17:20, will soon lead to his confrontation with the giant warrior.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can demonstrate my care and concern for my family members or fellow believers, just as Jesse did for his sons?
- How can I trust in God's presence and power when faced with overwhelming challenges, like the Israelites facing the Philistines?
- In what ways can I prepare myself to stand up for my faith and trust in God, even when others may be afraid or hesitant?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust in God's sovereignty and provision, just as David would soon do in the face of Goliath?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Samuel 17:19
Now Saul, and they,.... That is, the sons of Jesse, and brethren of David: and all the men of Israel; the soldiers in the army: were in the valley Elah; or "by" it, near unto it; for they were set in
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Samuel 17:19
Now Saul, and they, and all the men of Israel, were in the valley of Elah, fighting with the Philistines. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Samuel 17:19
i.e. In a posture and readiness to fight with them; as it is explained, ,21. Men are oft said in Scripture to do what they intend and are prepared to do, as hath been showed formerly by instances.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Samuel 17:19
1 Samuel 17:19 Now Saul, and they, and all the men of Israel, [were] in the valley of Elah, fighting with the Philistines.Ver. 19. Fighting,] i.e., Skirmishing, and ready to join battle.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Samuel 17:19
(19) In the valley of Elan, fighting with the Philistines.—The words of this verse, which read in the English Version as an explanatory parenthesis, are really part of Jesse’s direction to his shepherd son, telling him where he would find his brethren. “They are in the valley of the Terebinth (Elah), fighting with the Philistines.”
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Samuel 17:19
Verse 19. Fighting with the Philistines.] See at the end of the chapter. 1 Samuel 17:58.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Samuel 17:19
19. Now Saul, &c.] Probably, “Now Saul and they … are,” &c., i.e. it is Jesse’s direction to David where to find his brothers, not a remark of the historian.
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Samuel 17:19
19. Saul, and they… were in the valley of Elah — Better to supply are, instead of were, and understand this verse as a part of Jesse’s words to David.