1 Samuel 30:29
1 Samuel 30:29 in Multiple Translations
to those in Racal and in the cities of the Jerahmeelites and Kenites;
And to them which were in Rachal, and to them which were in the cities of the Jerahmeelites, and to them which were in the cities of the Kenites,
and to them that were in Racal, and to them that were in the cities of the Jerahmeelites, and to them that were in the cities of the Kenites,
and Carmel and in the towns of the Jerahmeelites, and in the towns of the Kenites;
Racal, the towns of the Jerahmeelites and Kenites,
And to them of Rachal, and to them of the cities of the Ierahmeelites, and to them of the cities of the Kenites,
and to those in Rachal, and to those in the cities of the Jerahmeelites, and to those in the cities of the Kenites,
to those who were in Racal, to those who were in the cities of the Jerahmeelites, to those who were in the cities of the Kenites,
And to them who were in Rachal, and to them who were in the cities of the Jerahmeelites, and to them who were in the cities of the Kenites,
And that were in Rachal, and that were in the cities of Jerameel, and that were in the cities of Ceni,
Racal, the cities where the descendants of Jehrameel lived and the cities where the Ken people-group lived,
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1 Samuel 30:29 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/לַ/אֲשֶׁ֣ר
בְּ/רָכָ֗ל
וְ/לַֽ/אֲשֶׁר֙
בְּ/עָרֵ֣י
הַ/יְּרַחְמְאֵלִ֔י
וְ/לַ/אֲשֶׁ֖ר
בְּ/עָרֵ֥י
הַ/קֵּינִֽי
וְ/לַ/אֲשֶׁ֣ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Conj | Prep | Rel
בְּ/רָכָ֗ל
Râkâl
H7403
Racal
Prep | N-proper
וְ/לַֽ/אֲשֶׁר֙
ʼăsher
H834
which
Conj | Prep | Rel
בְּ/עָרֵ֣י
ʻîyr
H5892
excitement
Prep | N-fp
הַ/יְּרַחְמְאֵלִ֔י
Yᵉrachmᵉʼêlîy
H3397
Jerahmeelite
Art | Ngmsa
וְ/לַ/אֲשֶׁ֖ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Conj | Prep | Rel
בְּ/עָרֵ֥י
ʻîyr
H5892
excitement
Prep | N-fp
הַ/קֵּינִֽי
Qêynîy
H7017
Kenite
Art | Ngmsa
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Samuel 30:29
וְ/לַ/אֲשֶׁ֣ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Conj | Prep | Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
בְּ/רָכָ֗ל
Râkâl
H7403
"Racal"
Prep | N-proper
Racal is a place in southern Judah, also known as Carmel, where David sent presents. It is a town in Palestine, mentioned in the Bible as a location of trade and commerce. The KJV translates it as Rachal.
Definition: Rachal = "trade" a town in southern Judah to which David sent presents Another name of kar.mel (כַּרְמֶל "Carmel" H3760G)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Rachal. See also: 1 Samuel 30:29.
וְ/לַֽ/אֲשֶׁר֙
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Conj | Prep | Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
בְּ/עָרֵ֣י
ʻîyr
H5892
"excitement"
Prep | N-fp
In the Bible, this word refers to a city or town, often a place with a wall or a watchman. It is used to describe a settlement or encampment, like the city of Ai, which is mentioned in the book of Joshua. The word is used to identify specific locations in the Bible.
Definition: 1) excitement, anguish 1a) of terror
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: Ai (from margin), city, court (from margin), town. See also: Genesis 4:17; Deuteronomy 3:6; Joshua 14:12.
הַ/יְּרַחְמְאֵלִ֔י
Yᵉrachmᵉʼêlîy
H3397
"Jerahmeelite"
Art | Ngmsa
A Jerahmeelite was a descendant of Jerahmeel, who lived before Israel's Monarchy. They are mentioned in 1 Samuel 27:10 as a group from the tribe of Judah.
Definition: Someone descended from Jerahmeel who was a man of the tribe of Judah living before Israel's Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Sa.27.10; son of: Hezron (H2696H); brother of: Ram (H7410), Caleb (H3612H), Segub (H7687H) and Ashhur (H0806); married to Atarah (H5851); father of: Ram (H7410H), Bunah (H0946), Oren (H0767), Ozem (H0684H), Ahijah (H0281J) and Onam (H0208H) Group of ye.rach.me.el (יְרַחְמְאֵל "Jerahmeel" H3396) § Jerahmeelites , of Jerahmeel "may God have pity" the descendants of Jerahmeel, the great grandson of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Jerahmeelites. See also: 1 Samuel 27:10; 1 Samuel 30:29.
וְ/לַ/אֲשֶׁ֖ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Conj | Prep | Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
בְּ/עָרֵ֥י
ʻîyr
H5892
"excitement"
Prep | N-fp
In the Bible, this word refers to a city or town, often a place with a wall or a watchman. It is used to describe a settlement or encampment, like the city of Ai, which is mentioned in the book of Joshua. The word is used to identify specific locations in the Bible.
Definition: 1) excitement, anguish 1a) of terror
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: Ai (from margin), city, court (from margin), town. See also: Genesis 4:17; Deuteronomy 3:6; Joshua 14:12.
הַ/קֵּינִֽי
Qêynîy
H7017
"Kenite"
Art | Ngmsa
The Kenite tribe, first mentioned in Genesis 15:19, was a group of people who lived between southern Palestine and the Sinai mountains, known for their skill as smiths, and were related to Moses' father-in-law. They were descended from Heber or Hobab. The name Kenite means smiths.
Definition: Ancestors of Heber (H2268H) or Hobab (H2246), first mentioned at Gen.15.19 Also named: qa.yin (קַ֫יִן "Kenite" H7014) § Kenite = "smiths" the tribe from which the father-in-law of Moses was a member and which lived in the area between southern Palestine and the mountains of Sinai
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: Kenite. See also: Genesis 15:19; Judges 5:24; 1 Chronicles 2:55.
Study Notes — 1 Samuel 30:29
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- 1 Samuel 30:29 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Samuel 30:29
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Samuel 30:29
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Samuel 30:29
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Samuel 30:29
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Samuel 30:29
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Samuel 30:29
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Samuel 30:29
Context — The Spoils Are Divided
27He sent gifts to those in Bethel, Ramoth Negev, and Jattir;
28to those in Aroer, Siphmoth, and Eshtemoa;
29to those in Racal and in the cities of the Jerahmeelites and Kenites;
30to those in Hormah, Bor-ashan, and Athach; 31and to those in Hebron and in all the places where David and his men had roamed.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Judges 1:16 | Now the descendants of Moses’ father-in-law, the Kenite, went up with the men of Judah from the City of Palms to the Wilderness of Judah in the Negev near Arad. They went to live among the people. |
| 2 | 1 Samuel 27:10 | who would ask him, “What have you raided today?” And David would reply, “The Negev of Judah,” or “The Negev of Jerahmeel,” or “The Negev of the Kenites.” |
| 3 | 1 Samuel 15:6 | And he warned the Kenites, “Since you showed kindness to all the Israelites when they came up out of Egypt, go on and get away from the Amalekites. Otherwise I will sweep you away with them.” So the Kenites moved away from the Amalekites. |
| 4 | 1 Samuel 23:19 | Then the Ziphites came up to Saul at Gibeah and said, “Is not David hiding among us in the strongholds at Horesh, on the hill of Hachilah south of Jeshimon? |
1 Samuel 30:29 Summary
In 1 Samuel 30:29, we see David sending gifts to the people of Racal, the Jerahmeelites, and the Kenites, demonstrating his kindness and generosity towards them. This shows us the importance of building relationships and being kind to others, as also seen in Proverbs 19:17, where it says that kindness to the poor is a loan to the Lord. By sending these gifts, David was strengthening his bonds with these people and showing them that he valued their friendship and support. This is a great example for us to follow, as we are called to love and serve others, as seen in Matthew 22:37-40.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the Jerahmeelites and Kenites mentioned in 1 Samuel 30:29?
The Jerahmeelites and Kenites were likely groups of people with whom David and his men had formed alliances or friendships, as seen in other parts of the Bible, such as 1 Chronicles 2:9 and Judges 1:16, where the Kenites are mentioned as being related to Moses' father-in-law.
What is the significance of David sending gifts to these cities?
David sent gifts to these cities as a gesture of goodwill and to strengthen his relationships with the people, demonstrating his leadership and character, as also seen in his interactions with the people of Jabesh-gilead in 1 Samuel 31:11-13.
Is Racal a significant location in the Bible?
Racal is mentioned only here in 1 Samuel 30:29, but its inclusion suggests that it was an important location in the region, possibly a city or town that David and his men had visited or interacted with during their time in the wilderness.
How does this verse relate to the overall story of David's life?
This verse shows David's strategic thinking and his desire to build relationships with the people of the regions he interacted with, which would later serve him well when he became king, as seen in 2 Samuel 2:1-7, where he inquires of the Lord about his next steps.
Reflection Questions
- What can we learn from David's example of sending gifts to the cities and people he interacted with?
- How can we apply the principle of building relationships and showing kindness to others in our own lives, as seen in 1 Samuel 30:29?
- What role does gratitude and generosity play in our relationships with others, and how can we demonstrate these qualities in our own interactions?
- How does this verse encourage us to think about our own relationships and interactions with others, and what changes can we make to be more like David in this regard?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Samuel 30:29
And to [them] which [were] in Rachal,.... Another city of the tribe of Judah, but nowhere else spoken of: and to [them] which [were] in the cities of the Jerahmeelites: which lay to the south of
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Samuel 30:29
And to them which were in Rachal, and to them which were in the cities of the Jerahmeelites, and to them which were in the cities of the Kenites, Rachal - not identified.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Samuel 30:29
1 Samuel 30:29 And to [them] which [were] in Rachal, and to [them] which [were] in the cities of the Jerahmeelites, and to [them] which [were] in the cities of the Kenites,Ver. 29. Cities of the Kenites.] Jethro’ s offspring, ever friendly to the godly party.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Samuel 30:29
(29) Rachal.—The name Rachal never occurs again, and is quite unknown. Here the LXX., instead of Rachal, have five different names—Ged, Kimath, Saphek, Themath, Karmel. No satisfactory explanation has been suggested for this strange addition; three of them are unknown, and the other two—Gad (Gath) and Carmel—places we should certainly not expect to meet in this catalogue. The cities of the Jerahmeelites and Kenites.—These places were situated in the south of Judah; they cannot be traced.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Samuel 30:29
Verse 29. Them which were in Rachal] We know not where this place was; it is mentioned nowhere else in the Bible. Calmet conjectures that Hachilah, 1 Samuel 23:19, may be the same place; here we know David did conceal himself for some time, till the Ziphites endeavoured to betray him to Saul. The cities of the Jerahmeelites] See before, 1 Samuel 27:10. And-the cities of the Kenites] A very small tract on the southern coast of the Dead Sea.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Samuel 30:29
29. Rachal] Nowhere else mentioned. The Sept. reads Carmel, but its list is corrupt and not to be trusted. the Jerahmeelites] See on 1 Samuel 27:10. the Kenites] See on 1 Samuel 15:6.
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Samuel 30:29
29. Rachal — This place, like Siphmoth, is now utterly unknown. On the Jerahmeelites and Kenites see note on 1 Samuel 27:10. What cities they possessed we are not told.