2 Samuel 21:18
2 Samuel 21:18 in Multiple Translations
Some time later at Gob, there was another battle with the Philistines. At that time Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Saph, one of the descendants of Rapha.
And it came to pass after this, that there was again a battle with the Philistines at Gob: then Sibbechai the Hushathite slew Saph, which was of the sons of the giant.
And it came to pass after this, that there was again war with the Philistines at Gob: then Sibbecai the Hushathite slew Saph, who was of the sons of the giant.
Now after this there was war with the Philistines again at Gob, and Sibbecai the Hushathite put to death Saph, one of the offspring of the Rephaim.
Some time after this there was another battle with the Philistines at Gob. But then Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Saph, one of the descendants of Repha.
And after this also there was a battell with the Philistims at Gob, then Sibbechai the Hushathite slewe Saph, which was one of ye sonnes of Haraphah.
And it cometh to pass afterwards, that the battle is again in Gob with the Philistines, then hath Sibbechai the Hushathite smitten Saph, who [is] among the children of the giant.
After this, there was again war with the Philistines at Gob. Then Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Saph, who was of the sons of the giant.
And it came to pass after this, that there was again a battle with the Philistines at Gob: then Sibbechai the Hushathite slew Saph, who was of the sons of the giant.
There was also a second battle in Gob against the Philistines: then Sobochai of Husathi slew Saph of the race of Arapha of the family of the giants.
Some time after that, there was a battle with the army of Philistia near Gob village. During the battle, Sibbecai, from the Hushah clan, killed Saph, one of the descendants of the Rapha giants.
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2 Samuel 21:18 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַֽ/יְהִי֙
אַֽחֲרֵי
כֵ֔ן
וַ/תְּהִי
ע֧וֹד
הַ/מִּלְחָמָ֛ה
בְּ/ג֖וֹב
עִם
פְּלִשְׁתִּ֑ים
אָ֣ז
הִכָּ֗ה
סִבְּכַי֙
הַ/חֻ֣שָׁתִ֔י
אֶת
סַ֕ף
אֲשֶׁ֖ר
בִּ/ילִדֵ֥י
הָ/רָפָֽה
וַֽ/יְהִי֙
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אַֽחֲרֵי
ʼachar
H310
after
Prep
כֵ֔ן
kên
H3651
right
Adv
וַ/תְּהִי
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
ע֧וֹד
ʻôwd
H5750
still
Adv
הַ/מִּלְחָמָ֛ה
milchâmâh
H4421
battle
Art | N-fs
בְּ/ג֖וֹב
Gôb
H1359
Gob
Prep | N-proper
עִם
ʻim
H5973
with
Prep
פְּלִשְׁתִּ֑ים
Pᵉlishtîy
H6430
Philistines
Ngmpa
אָ֣ז
ʼâz
H227
then
Adv
הִכָּ֗ה
nâkâh
H5221
to smite
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
סִבְּכַי֙
Çibbᵉkay
H5444
Sibbecai
N-proper
הַ/חֻ֣שָׁתִ֔י
Chushâthîy
H2843
Hushathite
Art | Ngmsa
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
סַ֕ף
Çaph
H5593
Saph
N-proper
אֲשֶׁ֖ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
בִּ/ילִדֵ֥י
yâlîyd
H3211
born
Prep | N-mp
הָ/רָפָֽה
râphâʼ
H7497
Rapha
Art | Ngmsa
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Samuel 21:18
וַֽ/יְהִי֙
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
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.
אַֽחֲרֵי
ʼachar
H310
"after"
Prep
Achar means backwards or after, used to describe something that happens later or in the rear. It is used in various senses in the Bible, including in 1 Kings 12:18.
Definition: 1) after the following part, behind (of place), hinder, afterwards (of time) 1a) as an adverb 1a1) behind (of place) 1a2) afterwards (of time) 1b) as a preposition 1b1) behind, after (of place) 1b2) after (of time) 1b3) besides 1c) as a conjunction 1c) after that 1d) as a substantive 1d1) hinder part 1e) with other prepositions 1e1) from behind 1e2) from following after
Usage: Occurs in 664 OT verses. KJV: after (that, -ward), again, at, away from, back (from, -side), behind, beside, by, follow (after, -ing), forasmuch, from, hereafter, hinder end, [phrase] out (over) live, [phrase] persecute, posterity, pursuing, remnant, seeing, since, thence(-forth), when, with. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 18:2; Joshua 8:14.
כֵ֔ן
kên
H3651
"right"
Adv
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means 'so' or 'thus', often used to show agreement or confirmation, like in the book of Genesis. It can also mean 'rightly' or 'justly', as in doing something the correct way. It appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: adv adj 1) right, just, honest, true, veritable 1a) right, just, honest 1b) correct 1c) true, veritable
Usage: Occurs in 737 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] after that (this, -ward, -wards), as... as, [phrase] (for-) asmuch as yet, [phrase] be (for which) cause, [phrase] following, howbeit, in (the) like (manner, -wise), [idiom] the more, right, (even) so, state, straightway, such (thing), surely, [phrase] there (where) -fore, this, thus, true, well, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:7; Exodus 37:19; Judges 7:17.
וַ/תְּהִי
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
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.
ע֧וֹד
ʻôwd
H5750
"still"
Adv
The word 'still' means something continues or happens again, like in Genesis 29:26 and Isaiah 2:11. It can also mean 'more' or 'additionally'.
Definition: subst 1) a going round, continuance adv 2) still, yet, again, besides 2a) still, yet (of continuance or persistence) 2b) still, yet, more (of addition or repetition) 2c) again 2d) still, moreover, besides Aramaic equivalent: od (עוֹד "still" H5751)
Usage: Occurs in 459 OT verses. KJV: again, [idiom] all life long, at all, besides, but, else, further(-more), henceforth, (any) longer, (any) more(-over), [idiom] once, since, (be) still, when, (good, the) while (having being), (as, because, whether, while) yet (within). See also: Genesis 4:25; Judges 9:37; 2 Chronicles 32:16.
הַ/מִּלְחָמָ֛ה
milchâmâh
H4421
"battle"
Art | N-fs
This word means battle or war, describing a fight or conflict. It is used in the Bible to talk about wars and battles, like the ones in the book of Joshua. The KJV translates it as battle or fight.
Definition: battle, war
Usage: Occurs in 308 OT verses. KJV: battle, fight(-ing), war(-rior). See also: Genesis 14:2; 1 Samuel 30:24; 2 Chronicles 13:14.
בְּ/ג֖וֹב
Gôb
H1359
"Gob"
Prep | N-proper
Gob is a place in Palestine where David's warriors fought against the Philistines, and its name means cistern, a man-made pit for storing water. This location is significant in the history of Israel and the battles of King David. Gob is also another name for Gezer.
Definition: Gob = "cistern" a place which was the scene of two encounters between David's warriors and the Philistines (also '"Gezer') Another name of ge.zer (גֶּ֫זֶר "Gezer" H1507)
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Gob. See also: 2 Samuel 21:18; 2 Samuel 21:19.
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.
פְּלִשְׁתִּ֑ים
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.
אָ֣ז
ʼâz
H227
"then"
Adv
This Hebrew word refers to a past time or place, often used to describe something that happened earlier. It can also be used as a conjunction to show a cause-and-effect relationship. In the Bible, it appears in books like Genesis and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) then, at that time 1a) temporal expressions 1a1) then (past) 1a2) then, if...then (future) 1a3) earlier 1b) logical expressions 1b1) in that case 1b2) that (being so)
Usage: Occurs in 133 OT verses. KJV: beginning, for, from, hitherto, now, of old, once, since, then, at which time, yet. See also: Genesis 4:26; 1 Chronicles 22:13; Psalms 2:5.
הִכָּ֗ה
nâkâh
H5221
"to smite"
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to strike or hit something, and it's used in many different ways, like in Exodus when God strikes down the Egyptians. It can also mean to punish or destroy, as seen in Isaiah. The word is used to describe God's judgment.
Definition: 1) to strike, smite, hit, beat, slay, kill 1a)(Niphal) to be stricken or smitten 1b) (Pual) to be stricken or smitten 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to smite, strike, beat, scourge, clap, applaud, give a thrust 1c2) to smite, kill, slay (man or beast) 1c3) to smite, attack, attack and destroy, conquer, subjugate, ravage 1c4) to smite, chastise, send judgment upon, punish, destroy 1d) (Hophal) to be smitten 1d1) to receive a blow 1d2) to be wounded 1d3) to be beaten 1d4) to be (fatally) smitten, be killed, be slain 1d5) to be attacked and captured 1d6) to be smitten (with disease) 1d7) to be blighted (of plants)
Usage: Occurs in 461 OT verses. KJV: beat, cast forth, clap, give (wounds), [idiom] go forward, [idiom] indeed, kill, make (slaughter), murderer, punish, slaughter, slay(-er, -ing), smite(-r, -ing), strike, be stricken, (give) stripes, [idiom] surely, wound. See also: Genesis 4:15; Joshua 10:20; 1 Samuel 29:5.
סִבְּכַי֙
Çibbᵉkay
H5444
"Sibbecai"
N-proper
Sibbecai was an Israelite warrior and one of David's captains. He is mentioned in 2 Samuel as a brave fighter and leader of 24,000 men. His name means 'weaver'
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.21.18; also called Mebunnai (NIV: Sibbekai) at 2Sa.23.27; Also named: me.vun.nay (מְבֻנַּי "Mebunnai" H4012) § Sibbecai or Sibbechai = "weaver" one of David's guard and 8th captain for the 8th month of 24,000 men of the king's army; a Judaite, descendant of Zerah and called the 'Hushathite'
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Sibbecai, Sibbechai. See also: 2 Samuel 21:18; 1 Chronicles 20:4; 1 Chronicles 27:11.
הַ/חֻ֣שָׁתִ֔י
Chushâthîy
H2843
"Hushathite"
Art | Ngmsa
Describes someone from the family line of Hushah, like two of David's mighty warriors in 2 Samuel 21:18.
Definition: Someone descended from Hushath(?), first mentioned at 2Sa.21.18 § Hushathite = "inhabitant of Hushah" an inhabitant of Hushah or a descendant of Hushah; the designation given to two of David's mighty warriors
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Hushathite. See also: 2 Samuel 21:18; 1 Chronicles 11:29; 1 Chronicles 27:11.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
סַ֕ף
Çaph
H5593
"Saph"
N-proper
Saph was a Philistine, a giant and the son of Rapha, mentioned in 2 Samuel 21:18. He was the brother of Goliath and was also known as Sippai. The name means tall.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.21.18; son of: Rapha (H7497A); brother of: Goliath (H1555), Ishbi-benob (H3430) , Lahmi (H3902), huge_man (H4060A); also called Sippai at 1Ch.20.4; Also named: sip.pay (סִפַּי "Sippai" H5598) § Saph = "tall" one of the sons of the Philistine giant slain by Sibbechai the Hushathite
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Saph. Compare H5598 (סִפַּי). See also: 2 Samuel 21:18.
אֲשֶׁ֖ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
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.
בִּ/ילִדֵ֥י
yâlîyd
H3211
"born"
Prep | N-mp
This Hebrew word means born, referring to a child or son, like a home-born son or daughter.
Definition: born
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: (home-) born, child, son. See also: Genesis 14:14; Numbers 13:22; Jeremiah 2:14.
הָ/רָפָֽה
râphâʼ
H7497
"Rapha"
Art | Ngmsa
The Raphaite were a group of giants, including Goliath, mentioned in 2 Samuel 21:16, who lived during the time of King David.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.21.16; father of: Goliath (H1555), Ishbi-benob (H3430), Saph (H5593), Lahmi (H3902), huge_man (H4060A); also translated "giant"; Also named: re.pha.im (רְפָאִים "Raphaite" H7497H) § giant, Rephah
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: giant, Rapha, Rephaim(-s). See also H1051 (בֵּית רָפָא). See also: Genesis 14:5; 2 Samuel 5:22; Isaiah 17:5.
Study Notes — 2 Samuel 21:18
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- 2 Samuel 21:18 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 21:18
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 21:18
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Samuel 21:18
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Samuel 21:18
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Samuel 21:18
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Samuel 21:18
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 21:18
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Samuel 21:18
- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Samuel 21:18
- Sermons on 2 Samuel 21:18
Context — Four Battles against the Philistines
16Then Ishbi-benob, a descendant of Rapha, whose bronze spear weighed three hundred shekels and who was bearing a new sword, resolved to kill David.
17But Abishai son of Zeruiah came to his aid, struck the Philistine, and killed him. Then David’s men swore to him, “You must never again go out with us to battle, so that the lamp of Israel may not be extinguished.”
18Some time later at Gob, there was another battle with the Philistines. At that time Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Saph, a descendant of Rapha.
19Once again there was a battle with the Philistines at Gob, and Elhanan son of Jair the Bethlehemite killed the brother of Goliath the Gittite, the shaft of whose spear was like a weaver’s beam. 20And there was also a battle at Gath, where there was a man of great stature with six fingers on each hand and six toes on each foot—twenty-four in all. He too was descended from Rapha,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chronicles 11:29 | Sibbecai the Hushathite, Ilai the Ahohite, |
| 2 | 2 Samuel 21:20 | And there was still another battle at Gath, where there was a man of great stature with six fingers on each hand and six toes on each foot—twenty-four in all. He too was descended from Rapha, |
| 3 | 2 Samuel 21:16 | Then Ishbi-benob, a descendant of Rapha, whose bronze spear weighed three hundred shekels and who was bearing a new sword, resolved to kill David. |
| 4 | 1 Chronicles 27:11 | The eighth, for the eighth month, was Sibbecai the Hushathite, a Zerahite. There were 24,000 men in his division. |
| 5 | 1 Chronicles 20:4–8 | Some time later, war broke out with the Philistines at Gezer. At that time Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Sippai, a descendant of the Rephaim, and the Philistines were subdued. Once again there was a battle with the Philistines, and Elhanan son of Jair killed Lahmi the brother of Goliath the Gittite, the shaft of whose spear was like a weaver’s beam. And there was still another battle at Gath, where there was a man of great stature with six fingers on each hand and six toes on each foot—twenty-four in all. He too was descended from Rapha, and when he taunted Israel, Jonathan the son of David’s brother Shimei killed him. So these descendants of Rapha in Gath fell at the hands of David and his servants. |
| 6 | 2 Samuel 21:22 | So these four descendants of Rapha in Gath fell at the hands of David and his servants. |
2 Samuel 21:18 Summary
[This verse tells us about a battle between the Israelites and the Philistines, where a man named Sibbecai killed a giant named Saph. It reminds us that God is the one who gives us victory, even when the odds are against us (1 Samuel 17:45-47). Just like David's men, we can trust in God's power and provision, even when facing big challenges or scary opponents (Psalm 23:4, 2 Samuel 22:2-4). This verse also teaches us about the importance of being brave and faithful, like Sibbecai, and trusting in God's strength to help us overcome any obstacle.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Sibbecai the Hushathite and what did he do?
Sibbecai the Hushathite was a warrior who killed Saph, one of the descendants of Rapha, in a battle with the Philistines, as recorded in 2 Samuel 21:18. This act of bravery is similar to David's victory over Goliath, where he trusted in God for the victory (1 Samuel 17:45-47).
What can we learn about the descendants of Rapha from this verse?
The descendants of Rapha, such as Saph, were known for their large stature and strength, but they were still defeated by the Israelites, demonstrating God's power and provision for His people (Psalm 33:16-19).
How does this verse fit into the larger story of David's life and reign?
This verse is part of a series of battles that David's men fought against the Philistines, which ultimately resulted in the Philistines being subdued, fulfilling God's promise to give the land to the Israelites (Joshua 1:3-4, 2 Samuel 21:15-22).
What does this verse teach us about God's sovereignty in battle?
This verse, along with others like it, reminds us that God is the one who gives victory in battle, and that His people can trust in Him for protection and provision, even against formidable foes (Proverbs 21:31, 2 Samuel 22:2-4).
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can trust in God's power and provision in my own life, even when facing difficult challenges?
- How can I, like Sibbecai, be brave and faithful in the face of opposition, knowing that God is with me?
- What does this verse teach me about the importance of trusting in God's strength, rather than my own abilities or resources?
- How can I apply the lessons of this verse to my own relationships and conflicts, seeking to trust in God's sovereignty and provision?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 21:18
And it came to pass after this,.... After the former battle: that there was again a battle with the Philistines at Gob; in 1 Chronicles 20:4 it is called Gezer; either the place had two names, or
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 21:18
And it came to pass after this, that there was again a battle with the Philistines at Gob: then Sibbechai the Hushathite slew Saph, which was of the sons of the giant.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Samuel 21:18
After this; after the battle last mentioned. At Gob, or, in Gezer, as it is ; whereby it seems Gob and Gezer were neighbouring places, and the battle fought in the confines of both. Sibbechai the Hushathite; one of David’ s worthies, .
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Samuel 21:18
2 Samuel 21:18 And it came to pass after this, that there was again a battle with the Philistines at Gob: then Sibbechai the Hushathite slew Saph, which [was] of the sons of the giant.Ver. 18. There was again a battle.] “ Nunquam bella bonis, nunquam discrimina desunt: Et quicum certet, mens pia semper habet. ” At Gob.] Which was near unto Gezar. See 1 Chronicles 20:4. Some for Gob read Nob, but that is not right. Sept. Vat. Osiander.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Samuel 21:18
(18) At Gob.—Comp. 2 Samuel 21:19. The place is otherwise unknown. 1 Chronicles 20:4 reads “Gezer,” and the LXX. substitutes “Gath.” (Comp. 2 Samuel 21:20.) It is not at all remarkable that the names of many small places should be lost after the lapse of three thousand years, nor that the locality of the hamlet should be marked in the later chronicles by the better known neighbouring town of Gezer. Sibbechai the Hushathite.—Comp. 1 Chronicles 20:4. He is also mentioned in the list of heroes (1 Chronicles 11:29); but in 2 Samuel 23:27 the name is changed into “Mebunnai the Hushathite by a slight alteration in the letters of the original. He was captain of the eighth division of the army (1 Chronicles 26:11). The giant whom he slew is called “Sippai” in the parallel place in Chronicles, and it is there said that the Philistines were subdued.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Samuel 21:18
Verse 18. A battle - at Gob] Instead of Gob, several editions, and about forty of Kennicott's and De Rossi's MSS., have nob; but Gezer is the name in the parallel place, 1 Chronicles 20:4.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 21:18
18. at Gob] A place mentioned only here and in 2 Samuel 21:19. The Sept. reads Gath, the parallel passage in Chron. Gezer; and we must suppose that Gob is either a corruption of the text, or some otherwise unknown place perhaps in the neighbourhood of Gezer, for which see note on ch. 2 Samuel 5:25. Sibbechai the Hushathite] One of David’s heroes (1 Chronicles 11:29), general of the eighth division of the army (1 Chronicles 27:11). See note on ch. 2 Samuel 23:27. Saph] Written Sippai in Chron., where it is added that the Philistines were subdued.
Barnes' Notes on 2 Samuel 21:18
A battle in Gob - In the parallel passage (marginal reference), “Gezer” is named as the field of this battle.
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Samuel 21:18
18. Gob — According to the parallel passage in 1 Chronicles 20:4, the place of this battle was Gezer, on the situation of which see Joshua 10:33.
Sermons on 2 Samuel 21:18
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David's Mighty Men (2 Samuel 21:18-22) by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of David's mighty men in their corporate battle against the remnants of Goliath's lineage, illustrating the transition from individual |