1 Chronicles 19:14
New International Version
Then Joab and the troops with him advanced to fight the Arameans, and they fled before him.

New Living Translation
When Joab and his troops attacked, the Arameans began to run away.

English Standard Version
So Joab and the people who were with him drew near before the Syrians for battle, and they fled before him.

Berean Standard Bible
So Joab and his troops advanced to fight the Arameans, who fled before him.

King James Bible
So Joab and the people that were with him drew nigh before the Syrians unto the battle; and they fled before him.

New King James Version
So Joab and the people who were with him drew near for the battle against the Syrians, and they fled before him.

New American Standard Bible
So Joab and the people who were with him advanced to battle against the Arameans, and they fled from him.

NASB 1995
So Joab and the people who were with him drew near to the battle against the Arameans, and they fled before him.

NASB 1977
So Joab and the people who were with him drew near to the battle against the Arameans, and they fled before him.

Legacy Standard Bible
So Joab and the people who were with him drew near before the Arameans for the battle, and they fled before him.

Amplified Bible
So Joab and the people who were with him approached the Arameans for battle, and they fled before him.

Christian Standard Bible
Joab and the people with him approached the Arameans for battle, and they fled before him.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Joab and the people with him approached the Arameans for battle, and they fled before him.

American Standard Version
So Joab and the people that were with him drew nigh before the Syrians unto the battle; and they fled before him.

Contemporary English Version
Joab and his soldiers attacked the Syrians, and the Syrians ran from them.

English Revised Version
So Joab and the people that were with him drew nigh before the Syrians unto the battle; and they fled before him.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Then Joab and his troops advanced to fight the Arameans, and the Arameans fled.

Good News Translation
Joab and his men advanced to attack, and the Syrians fled.

International Standard Version
So Joab and the soldiers who were with him attacked the Arameans in battle formation, and the Arameans retreated in front of him.

Majority Standard Bible
So Joab and his troops advanced to fight the Arameans, who fled before him.

NET Bible
So Joab and his men marched toward the Arameans to do battle, and they fled before him.

New Heart English Bible
So Joab and the people who were with him drew near before the Arameans to the battle; and they fled before him.

Webster's Bible Translation
So Joab and the people that were with him drew nigh before the Syrians to the battle; and they fled before him.

World English Bible
So Joab and the people who were with him came near to the front of the Syrians to the battle; and they fled before him.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Joab draws near, and the people who [are] with him, before Aram to battle, and they flee from his face;

Young's Literal Translation
And Joab draweth nigh, and the people who are with him, before Aram to battle, and they flee from his face;

Smith's Literal Translation
And Joab will draw near, and the people which are with him, before Aram to battle; and they will flee from before him.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
So Joab and the people that were with him, went against the Syrians to the battle : and he put them to flight.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Therefore, Joab, and the people who were with him, went out to battle against the Syrians. And he put them to flight.

New American Bible
Joab therefore advanced with his men to engage the Arameans in battle; but they fled before him.

New Revised Standard Version
So Joab and the troops who were with him advanced toward the Arameans for battle; and they fled before him.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
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Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Yuab came and the people that were with him to fight with the Edomites, and they fled from before him.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
So Joab and the people that were with him drew nigh unto the battle to meet the Arameans; and they fled before him.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
So Joab and the people that were with him set themselves in battle array against the Syrians, and they fled from them.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
David Defeats Ammon and Aram
13Be strong and let us fight bravely for our people and for the cities of our God. May the LORD do what is good in His sight.” 14So Joab and his troops advanced to fight the Arameans, who fled before him. 15When the Ammonites saw that the Arameans had fled, they too fled before Joab’s brother Abishai, and they entered the city. So Joab went back to Jerusalem.…

Cross References
2 Samuel 10:13
So Joab and his troops advanced to fight the Arameans, who fled before him.

Joshua 1:9
Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.”

Psalm 27:14
Wait patiently for the LORD; be strong and courageous. Wait patiently for the LORD!

Psalm 31:24
Be strong and courageous, all you who hope in the LORD.

Isaiah 41:10
Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.

Deuteronomy 31:6
Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid or terrified of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.”

2 Chronicles 32:7-8
“Be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged before the king of Assyria and the vast army with him, for there is a greater One with us than with him. / With him is only the arm of flesh, but with us is the LORD our God to help us and to fight our battles.” So the people were strengthened by the words of Hezekiah king of Judah.

Psalm 46:1-3
For the choirmaster. Of the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. A song. God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble. / Therefore we will not fear, though the earth is transformed and the mountains are toppled into the depths of the seas, / though their waters roar and foam and the mountains quake in the surge. Selah

Isaiah 40:31
But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.

Ephesians 6:10-11
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. / Put on the full armor of God, so that you can make your stand against the devil’s schemes.

Philippians 1:28
without being frightened in any way by those who oppose you. This is a clear sign of their destruction but of your salvation, and it is from God.

Romans 8:31
What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?

1 Corinthians 16:13
Be on the alert. Stand firm in the faith. Be men of courage. Be strong.

2 Timothy 1:7
For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.

Hebrews 13:6
So we say with confidence: “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?”


Treasury of Scripture

So Joab and the people that were with him drew near before the Syrians to the battle; and they fled before him.

they fled

1 Kings 20:13,19-21,28-30
And, behold, there came a prophet unto Ahab king of Israel, saying, Thus saith the LORD, Hast thou seen all this great multitude? behold, I will deliver it into thine hand this day; and thou shalt know that I am the LORD…

2 Chronicles 13:5-16
Ought ye not to know that the LORD God of Israel gave the kingdom over Israel to David for ever, even to him and to his sons by a covenant of salt? …

Jeremiah 46:15,16
Why are thy valiant men swept away? they stood not, because the LORD did drive them…

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So Joab
Joab, the commander of David's army, is a central figure in this narrative. His name in Hebrew, יוֹאָב (Yo'av), means "Yahweh is father." Joab's leadership is often marked by his strategic prowess and loyalty to King David, though not without moral complexities. In this context, Joab's role underscores the importance of strong, decisive leadership in the face of adversity, reflecting the biblical theme of God using chosen leaders to fulfill His purposes.

and the troops with him
The Hebrew term for "troops" here is חַיִל (chayil), which can denote an army or a force of valiant men. This phrase highlights the collective effort and unity required in battle. The troops' willingness to follow Joab into battle reflects their trust in his leadership and their commitment to the cause. This unity is a powerful reminder of the strength found in community and shared purpose, a recurring theme in Scripture.

advanced to fight
The action of advancing, or drawing near for battle, is significant. It implies courage and readiness to confront the enemy. The Hebrew root קָרַב (qarav) suggests a deliberate approach, emphasizing the proactive stance of Joab and his men. This phrase can inspire believers to face spiritual battles with confidence, knowing that God equips and goes before His people.

the Arameans
The Arameans, or Syrians, were a formidable enemy of Israel. Historically, they were known for their military strength and strategic alliances. This context highlights the ongoing struggles Israel faced with surrounding nations. The Arameans' opposition to Israel serves as a backdrop for God's deliverance and protection of His chosen people, reinforcing the theme of divine sovereignty over nations.

and they fled before him
The phrase "they fled" indicates a sudden and decisive victory for Joab and his troops. The Hebrew verb נוּס (nus) conveys the idea of retreating in fear or panic. This outcome demonstrates the effectiveness of Joab's leadership and the might of Israel's forces. More importantly, it reflects God's intervention and favor upon Israel, as victories in battle were often seen as signs of divine approval and support.

(14) Before the Syrians.--Rather, against Aram; so Samuel, with the more classical construction. The preposition used here was rendered to meet (1Chronicles 12:17).



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
So Joab
יוֹאָ֜ב (yō·w·’āḇ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3097: Joab -- 'the LORD is father', three Israelites

and his troops
וְהָעָ֧ם (wə·hā·‘ām)
Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock

advanced
וַיִּגַּ֨שׁ (way·yig·gaš)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5066: To draw near, approach

to fight
לַמִּלְחָמָ֑ה (lam·mil·ḥā·māh)
Preposition-l, Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 4421: A battle, war

the Arameans,
אֲרָ֖ם (’ă·rām)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 758: Aram -- Syria

who fled
וַיָּנ֖וּסוּ (way·yā·nū·sū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 5127: To flit, vanish away

before
מִפָּנָֽיו׃ (mip·pā·nāw)
Preposition-m | Noun - common plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 6440: The face

him.
לִפְנֵ֥י (lip̄·nê)
Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct
Strong's 6440: The face


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