2 Samuel 10:15
2 Samuel 10:15 in Multiple Translations
When the Arameans saw that they had been defeated by Israel, they regrouped.
¶ And when the Syrians saw that they were smitten before Israel, they gathered themselves together.
And when the Syrians saw that they were put to the worse before Israel, they gathered themselves together.
And when the Aramaeans saw that Israel had overcome them, they got themselves together.
As soon as the Arameans saw they had been defeated by the Israelites they reassembled their forces.
And when the Aramites sawe that they were smitten before Israel, they gathered them together.
And Aram seeth that it is smitten before Israel, and they are gathered together;
When the Syrians saw that they were defeated by Israel, they gathered themselves together.
And when the Syrians saw that they were smitten before Israel, they assembled themselves.
Then the Syrians seeing that they had fallen before Israel, gathered themselves together.
After the leaders of the army of Syria saw that the Israeli army had defeated them, they gathered all their troops together.
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Samuel 10:15
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2 Samuel 10:15 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יַּ֣רְא
אֲרָ֔ם
כִּ֥י
נִגַּ֖ף
לִ/פְנֵ֣י
יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל
וַ/יֵּאָסְפ֖וּ
יָֽחַד
וַ/יַּ֣רְא
râʼâh
H7200
Provider
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֲרָ֔ם
ʼĂrâm
H758
Aram
N-proper
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
נִגַּ֖ף
nâgaph
H5062
to strike
V-Niphal-Perf-3ms
לִ/פְנֵ֣י
pânîym
H6440
face
Prep | N-cp
יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל
Yisrâʼêl
H3478
Israel
N-proper
וַ/יֵּאָסְפ֖וּ
ʼâçaph
H622
to gather
Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-3mp
יָֽחַד
yachad
H3162
unitedness
N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Samuel 10:15
וַ/יַּ֣רְא
râʼâh
H7200
"Provider"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.
Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after
Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.
אֲרָ֔ם
ʼĂrâm
H758
"Aram"
N-proper
Aram refers to a region in the Bible, also known as Syria, and its people, the Arameans. The grandson of Nahor, an ancestor of Jesus, was also named Aram. The prophet Isaiah wrote about Aram and its relationship with Israel in Isaiah 7:1-9.
Definition: Aram or Arameans = "exalted" Aram or Syrian nation Another name of pad.dan (פַּדָּן "Paddan" H6307)
Usage: Occurs in 118 OT verses. KJV: Aram, Mesopotamia, Syria, Syrians. See also: Genesis 10:22; 2 Kings 8:28; Isaiah 7:1.
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
נִגַּ֖ף
nâgaph
H5062
"to strike"
V-Niphal-Perf-3ms
To strike or smite is the meaning of this Hebrew word, used in Joshua to describe battles and in Psalms to describe God's judgment. It can also mean to stumble or hurt someone, and is used in various contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: 1) to strike, smite 1a) (Qal) to strike, smite 1b) (Niphal) to be stricken, be smitten 1c) (Hithpael) to stumble
Usage: Occurs in 46 OT verses. KJV: beat, dash, hurt, plague, slay, smite (down), strike, stumble, [idiom] surely, put to the worse. See also: Exodus 7:27; 2 Samuel 10:15; Psalms 89:24.
לִ/פְנֵ֣י
pânîym
H6440
"face"
Prep | N-cp
This word means face or presence, like being in front of someone or something. It's used in many contexts, like in Genesis, Exodus, and Psalms, to describe interactions and relationships.
Definition: : face 1) face 1a) face, faces 1b) presence, person 1c) face (of seraphim or cherubim) 1d) face (of animals) 1e) face, surface (of ground) 1f) as adv of loc/temp 1f1) before and behind, toward, in front of, forward, formerly, from beforetime, before 1g) with prep 1g1) in front of, before, to the front of, in the presence of, in the face of, at the face or front of, from the presence of, from before, from before the face of
Usage: Occurs in 1891 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] accept, a-(be-) fore(-time), against, anger, [idiom] as (long as), at, [phrase] battle, [phrase] because (of), [phrase] beseech, countenance, edge, [phrase] employ, endure, [phrase] enquire, face, favour, fear of, for, forefront(-part), form(-er time, -ward), from, front, heaviness, [idiom] him(-self), [phrase] honourable, [phrase] impudent, [phrase] in, it, look(-eth) (-s), [idiom] me, [phrase] meet, [idiom] more than, mouth, of, off, (of) old (time), [idiom] on, open, [phrase] out of, over against, the partial, person, [phrase] please, presence, propect, was purposed, by reason of, [phrase] regard, right forth, [phrase] serve, [idiom] shewbread, sight, state, straight, [phrase] street, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them(-selves), through ([phrase] -out), till, time(-s) past, (un-) to(-ward), [phrase] upon, upside ([phrase] down), with(-in, [phrase] -stand), [idiom] ye, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 43:31; Exodus 30:16.
יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל
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.
וַ/יֵּאָסְפ֖וּ
ʼâçaph
H622
"to gather"
Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-3mp
To gather means to bring people or things together, often for a purpose like worship or community. It can also mean to take away or remove something, like gathering a harvest. This word appears in books like Genesis and Psalms.
Definition: 1) to gather, receive, remove, gather in 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to gather, collect 1a2) to gather (an individual into company of others) 1a3) to bring up the rear 1a4) to gather and take away, remove, withdraw 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to assemble, be gathered 1b2) (pass of Qal 1a2) 1b2a) to be gathered to one's fathers 1b2b) to be brought in or into (association with others) 1b3) (pass of Qal 1a4) 1b3a) to be taken away, removed, perish 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to gather (harvest) 1c2) to take in, receive into 1c3) rearguard, rearward (subst) 1d) (Pual) to be gathered 1e) (Hithpael) to gather oneself or themselves
Usage: Occurs in 188 OT verses. KJV: assemble, bring, consume, destroy, felch, gather (in, together, up again), [idiom] generally, get (him), lose, put all together, receive, recover (another from leprosy), (be) rereward, [idiom] surely, take (away, into, up), [idiom] utterly, withdraw. See also: Genesis 6:21; 1 Chronicles 11:13; Psalms 26:9.
יָֽחַד
yachad
H3162
"unitedness"
N-ms
This adverb means together, describing people doing something in unity, like in Psalm 133:1.
Definition: 1) union, unitedness
Usage: Occurs in 139 OT verses. KJV: alike, at all (once), both, likewise, only, (al-) together, withal. See also: Genesis 13:6; Psalms 62:10; Psalms 2:2.
Study Notes — 2 Samuel 10:15
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Context — David Defeats Ammon and Aram
13So Joab and his troops advanced to fight the Arameans, who fled before him.
14When the Ammonites saw that the Arameans had fled, they too fled before Abishai, and they entered the city. So Joab returned from fighting against the Ammonites and came to Jerusalem.
15When the Arameans saw that they had been defeated by Israel, they regrouped.
16Hadadezer sent messengers to bring more Arameans from beyond the Euphrates, and they came to Helam with Shobach the commander of Hadadezer’s army leading them. 17When this was reported to David, he gathered all Israel, crossed the Jordan, and went to Helam. Then the Arameans arrayed themselves against David and fought against him.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Zechariah 14:2–3 | For I will gather all the nations for battle against Jerusalem, and the city will be captured, the houses looted, and the women ravished. Half of the city will go into exile, but the rest of the people will not be removed from the city. Then the LORD will go out to fight against those nations, as He fights in the day of battle. |
| 2 | Micah 4:11–12 | But now many nations have assembled against you, saying, “Let her be defiled, and let us feast our eyes on Zion.” But they do not know the thoughts of the LORD or understand His plan, for He has gathered them like sheaves to the threshing floor. |
| 3 | Isaiah 8:9–10 | Huddle together, O peoples, and be shattered; pay attention, all you distant lands; prepare for battle, and be shattered; prepare for battle, and be shattered! Devise a plan, but it will be thwarted; state a proposal, but it will not happen. For God is with us. ” |
| 4 | Psalms 2:1 | Why do the nations rage and the peoples plot in vain? |
| 5 | Revelation 19:19–21 | Then I saw the beast and the kings of the earth with their armies assembled to wage war against the One seated on the horse, and against His army. But the beast was captured along with the false prophet, who on its behalf had performed signs deceiving those who had the mark of the beast and worshiped its image. Both the beast and the false prophet were thrown alive into the fiery lake of burning sulfur. And the rest were killed with the sword that proceeded from the mouth of the One seated on the horse. And all the birds gorged themselves on their flesh. |
2 Samuel 10:15 Summary
The Arameans regrouped after being defeated by Israel because they wanted to come back stronger and fight again. This verse teaches us that even when we face defeat or setbacks, we can choose to regroup and try again, just like the Arameans. As Christians, we can trust in God's sovereignty and provision, even in difficult times, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11 and Philippians 4:13. By trusting in God and persevering through challenges, we can grow stronger and more faithful, just like the biblical heroes of faith, as seen in Hebrews 11:1-40.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the Arameans regroup after being defeated by Israel?
The Arameans regrouped because they were determined to continue fighting against Israel, as seen in 2 Samuel 10:15, and they likely wanted to regain their strength and composure before launching another attack, similar to the strategy described in 1 Samuel 30:24-25.
What can we learn from the Arameans' decision to regroup?
We can learn that even in defeat, we can choose to regroup and refocus, just like the Arameans, and that perseverance and determination are important qualities, as seen in Galatians 6:9 and Romans 5:3-5.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of 2 Samuel?
This verse is part of a larger narrative about Israel's conflicts with neighboring nations, including the Ammonites and Arameans, and it highlights David's leadership and military strategy, as seen in 2 Samuel 10:1-19 and 1 Chronicles 19:1-19.
What does this verse teach us about God's sovereignty in warfare?
This verse reminds us that God is sovereign over all nations and their conflicts, as seen in Psalm 47:8 and Isaiah 40:15-17, and that He can use even the regrouping of enemy forces to ultimately achieve His purposes, as seen in Romans 8:28 and Genesis 50:20.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to regroup and refocus, just like the Arameans, and how can I apply the lessons of perseverance and determination to those areas?
- How can I trust in God's sovereignty, even in the face of uncertainty or defeat, and what role does faith play in my decision-making process, as seen in Hebrews 11:1-3 and Mark 11:22-24?
- What are some ways that I can 'regroup' spiritually, such as through prayer, Bible study, or fellowship with other believers, and how can I prioritize those activities in my daily life, as seen in Acts 2:42-47 and Matthew 4:4?
- How can I learn to see defeat or setbacks as opportunities for growth and refinement, rather than as failures, and what role does gratitude play in that process, as seen in 1 Thessalonians 5:18 and James 1:2-4?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 10:15
And when the Syrians saw that they were smitten before Israel,.... Considered it in their minds, and conversed with one another about it, and fearing what would be the consequence of it: they
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 10:15
And when the Syrians saw that they were smitten before Israel, they gathered themselves together. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Samuel 10:15
Partly, to wipe out the stain of cowardice which they had now contracted; partly, to prevent that vengeance which they supposed David would execute upon them for their last attempt; and partly, to shake off the yoke that David had lately put upon them.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Samuel 10:15
2 Samuel 10:15 And when the Syrians saw that they were smitten before Israel, they gathered themselves together.Ver. 15. They gathered themselves together.] That they might be broken in pieces, as all Immanuel’ s enemies must.
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The Gentiles in Relation to the Coming of the Lord. by William Kelly | William Kelly preaches about the future events prophesied in the Bible, focusing on the restoration and blessings of Israel, the defeat of the nations gathered against Jerusalem, t |