Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version When someone came and told David about the men, he sent messengers to meet them, for they were greatly humiliated. The king said, “Stay at Jericho till your beards have grown, and then come back.” New Living Translation When David heard what had happened to the men, he sent messengers to tell them, “Stay at Jericho until your beards grow out, and then come back.” For they felt deep shame because of their appearance. English Standard Version and they departed. When David was told concerning the men, he sent messengers to meet them, for the men were greatly ashamed. And the king said, “Remain at Jericho until your beards have grown and then return.” Berean Standard Bible When someone came and told David about his men, he sent messengers to meet them, since the men had been thoroughly humiliated. The king told them, “Stay in Jericho until your beards have grown back, and then return.” Berean Literal Bible And some went and declared to David concerning the men, and he sent to meet them because the men were greatly ashamed. And the king said, “Dwell at Jericho until that your⁺ beards have grown; and return.” King James Bible Then there went certain, and told David how the men were served. And he sent to meet them: for the men were greatly ashamed. And the king said, Tarry at Jericho until your beards be grown, and then return. New King James Version Then some went and told David about the men; and he sent to meet them, because the men were greatly ashamed. And the king said, “Wait at Jericho until your beards have grown, and then return.” New American Standard Bible Then certain people went and told David about the men. And he sent messengers to meet them, because the men were very humiliated. And the king said, “Stay at Jericho until your beards grow back, then return.” NASB 1995 Then certain persons went and told David about the men. And he sent to meet them, for the men were greatly humiliated. And the king said, “Stay at Jericho until your beards grow, and then return.” NASB 1977 Then certain persons went and told David about the men. And he sent to meet them, for the men were greatly humiliated. And the king said, “Stay at Jericho until your beards grow, and then return.” Legacy Standard Bible Then certain persons went and told David about the men. And he sent to meet them, for the men were greatly dishonored. And the king said, “Stay at Jericho until your beards grow, and then return.” Amplified Bible When David was told how the men were treated, he sent messengers to meet them, for they were very humiliated and ashamed [to return]. So the king said, “Stay in Jericho until your beards grow [back], and then return.” Berean Annotated Bible When someone came and told David (beloved) about his men, he sent messengers to meet them, since the men had been thoroughly humiliated. The king told them, “Stay in Jericho (city of palms) until your⁺ beards have grown back, and then return. Christian Standard Bible It was reported to David about his men, so he sent messengers to meet them, since the men were deeply humiliated. The king said, “Stay in Jericho until your beards grow back; then return.” Holman Christian Standard Bible It was reported to David about his men, so he sent messengers to meet them, since the men were deeply humiliated. The king said, “Stay in Jericho until your beards grow back; then return.” American Standard Version Then there went certain persons, and told David how the men were served. And he sent to meet them; for the men were greatly ashamed. And the king said, Tarry at Jericho until your beards be grown, and then return. Contemporary English Version They were terribly ashamed. When David found out what had happened to his officials, he sent a message that told them, "Stay in Jericho until your beards grow back. Then you can come home." English Revised Version Then there went certain, and told David how the men were served. And he sent to meet them; for the men were greatly ashamed. And the king said, Tarry at Jericho until your beards be grown, and then return. GOD'S WORD® Translation After people told David [what had happened] to the men, he sent [someone] to meet them because they were deeply humiliated. The king said to them, "Stay in Jericho until your beards have grown back, and then return [to Jerusalem]." Good News Translation They were too ashamed to return home. When David heard what had happened, he sent word for them to stay in Jericho and not return until their beards had grown again. International Standard Version After they had departed, David was informed about the men, so he sent word to them, since they had been deeply humiliated. He told them, "Stay at Jericho until your beards have grown back, and then return." NET Bible Messengers came and told David what had happened to the men, so he summoned them, for the men were thoroughly humiliated. The king said, "Stay in Jericho until your beards grow again; then you may come back." New Heart English Bible Then there went certain persons, and told David how the men were served. He sent to meet them; for the men were greatly ashamed. The king said, "Stay at Jericho until your beards have grown, and then return." Webster's Bible Translation Then there went certain, and told David how the men were served. And he sent to meet them: for the men were greatly ashamed. And the king said, Tarry at Jericho until your beards are grown, and then return. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleWhen someone came and told David about his men, he sent messengers to meet them, since the men had been thoroughly humiliated. The king told them, “Stay in Jericho until your beards have grown back, and then return.” World English Bible Then some people went and told David how the men were treated. He sent to meet them; for the men were greatly humiliated. The king said, “Stay at Jericho until your beards have grown, and then return.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd [some] go and declare to David concerning the men, and he sends to meet them—for the men have been greatly ashamed—and the king says, “Dwell in Jericho until your beard is grown, then you have returned.” Berean Literal Bible And some went and declared to David concerning the men, and he sent to meet them because the men were greatly ashamed. And the king said, “Dwell at Jericho until that your⁺ beards have grown; and return.” Young's Literal Translation And some go, and declare to David concerning the men, and he sendeth to meet them -- for the men have been greatly ashamed -- and the king saith, 'Dwell in Jericho till that your beard is grown, then ye have returned.' Smith's Literal Translation And they will go and announce to David concerning the men; and he will send to meet them: for the men were greatly ashamed. And the king will say, Sit in Jericho till your beard shall spring up, and turn ye back. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd when they were gone, they sent word to David, who sent to meet them (for they had suffered a great affront) and ordered them to stay at Jericho till their beards grew and then to return. Catholic Public Domain Version And when they had gone, and had sent word to David, (for they had suffered a great disgrace,) he sent to meet them, and he instructed them that they should remain at Jericho until their beards grew, and then they should return. New American Bible David was told about the men, and he sent word for them to be intercepted, for the men had been greatly disgraced. “Remain at Jericho,” the king told them, “until your beards have grown again; then come back here.” New Revised Standard Version and they departed. When David was told about the men, he sent messengers to them, for they felt greatly humiliated. The king said, “Remain at Jericho until your beards have grown, and then return.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa Bible- - - Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And they told David, and he sent some men to meet them, because they were very ashamed, and the King said to them: “Stay in Jericho until whenever your beards will grow, and you shall return.” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Then there went certain persons, and told David how the men were served. And he sent to meet them; for the men were greatly ashamed. And the king said: 'Tarry at Jericho until your beards be grown, and then return.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And there came men to report to David concerning the men: and he sent to meet them, for they were greatly disgraced: and the king said, Dwell in Jericho until your beards have grown, and return. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context David's Messengers Disgraced…4So Hanun took David’s servants, shaved their beards, cut off their garments at the hips, and sent them away. 5When someone came and told David about his men, he sent messengers to meet them, since the men had been thoroughly humiliated. The king told them, “Stay in Jericho until your beards have grown back, and then return.” 6When the Ammonites realized that they had become a stench to David, Hanun and the Ammonites sent a thousand talents of silver to hire for themselves chariots and horsemen from Aram-naharaim, Aram-maacah, and Zobah.… Cross References When someone came and told David about his men, 2 Samuel 10:5 When this was reported to David, he sent messengers to meet the men, since they had been thoroughly humiliated. The king told them, “Stay in Jericho until your beards have grown back, and then return.” 2 Samuel 10:4 So Hanun took David’s servants, shaved off half of each man’s beard, cut off their garments at the hips, and sent them away. 2 Samuel 10:6 When the Ammonites realized that they had become a stench to David, they hired twenty thousand Aramean foot soldiers from Beth-rehob and Zoba, as well as a thousand men from the king of Maacah and twelve thousand men from Tob. he sent messengers to meet them, 2 Samuel 10:2 And David said, “I will show kindness to Hanun son of Nahash, just as his father showed kindness to me.” So David sent some of his servants to console Hanun concerning his father. But when they arrived in the land of the Ammonites, 1 Samuel 25:14 Meanwhile, one of Nabal’s young men informed Nabal’s wife Abigail, “Look, David sent messengers from the wilderness to greet our master, but he screamed at them. Genesis 32:3 Jacob sent messengers ahead of him to his brother Esau in the land of Seir, the country of Edom. since the men had been thoroughly humiliated. Isaiah 7:20 On that day the Lord will use a razor hired from beyond the Euphrates—the king of Assyria—to shave your head and the hair of your legs, and to remove your beard as well. Isaiah 15:2 Dibon goes up to its temple to weep at its high places. Moab wails over Nebo, as well as over Medeba. Every head is shaved, every beard is cut off. Jeremiah 48:37 For every head is shaved and every beard is clipped; on every hand is a gash, and around every waist is sackcloth. The king told them, “Stay in Jericho until your beards have grown back, and then return.” 2 Samuel 19:24 Then Mephibosheth, Saul’s grandson, went down to meet the king. He had not cared for his feet or trimmed his mustache or washed his clothes from the day the king had left until the day he returned safely. Joshua 6:26 At that time Joshua invoked this solemn oath: “Cursed before the LORD is the man who rises up and rebuilds this city, Jericho; at the cost of his firstborn he will lay its foundations; at the cost of his youngest he will set up its gates.” 2 Kings 2:18 When they returned to Elisha, who was staying in Jericho, he said to them, “Didn’t I tell you not to go?” Isaiah 20:4 so the king of Assyria will lead away the captives of Egypt and the exiles of Cush, young and old alike, naked and barefoot, with bared buttocks—to Egypt’s shame. Leviticus 19:27 You must not cut off the hair at the sides of your head or clip off the edges of your beard. 2 Samuel 10:1-3 Some time later, the king of the Ammonites died and was succeeded by his son Hanun. / And David said, “I will show kindness to Hanun son of Nahash, just as his father showed kindness to me.” So David sent some of his servants to console Hanun concerning his father. But when they arrived in the land of the Ammonites, / the princes of the Ammonites said to Hanun their lord, “Just because David has sent you comforters, do you really believe he is showing respect for your father? Has not David instead sent his servants to explore the city, spy it out, and overthrow it?” 1 Samuel 10:4-5 They will greet you and give you two loaves of bread, which you will accept from their hands. / After that you will come to Gibeah of God, where the Philistines have an outpost. As you approach the city, you will meet a group of prophets coming down from the high place, preceded by harps, tambourines, flutes, and lyres, and they will be prophesying. Treasury of Scripture Then there went certain, and told David how the men were served. And he sent to meet them: for the men were greatly ashamed. And the king said, Tarry at Jericho until your beards be grown, and then return. and told David Matthew 18:31 So when his fellowservants saw what was done, they were very sorry, and came and told unto their lord all that was done. at Jericho Joshua 6:24-26 And they burnt the city with fire, and all that was therein: only the silver, and the gold, and the vessels of brass and of iron, they put into the treasury of the house of the LORD… 1 Kings 16:34 In his days did Hiel the Bethelite build Jericho: he laid the foundation thereof in Abiram his firstborn, and set up the gates thereof in his youngest son Segub, according to the word of the LORD, which he spake by Joshua the son of Nun. your beards Judges 16:22 Howbeit the hair of his head began to grow again after he was shaven. Jump to Previous Ashamed Beards David Departed Greatly Grow Grown Jericho Meet Messengers Persons Purpose Served Someone Tarry WordJump to Next Ashamed Beards David Departed Greatly Grow Grown Jericho Meet Messengers Persons Purpose Served Someone Tarry Word1 Chronicles 19 1. David's messengers, sent to comfort Hanun, are villainously treated6. The Ammonites, strengthened by the Syrians, are overcome by Joab and Abishai 16. Shobach, making a new supply of the Syrians, is slain by David When someone came and told David about his men This phrase indicates a report being brought to King David, highlighting the communication network within his kingdom. The context is a diplomatic mission gone awry, as David's men were humiliated by the Ammonites. This reflects the importance of honor and reputation in ancient Near Eastern cultures, where such an affront was not only personal but also political. The incident underscores the role of messengers in conveying critical information, a theme seen throughout the Bible, such as in the accounts of the spies in Numbers 13. he sent messengers to meet them since the men had been thoroughly humiliated The king told them, “Stay in Jericho until your beards have grown back, and then return.” Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe King of Israel, known for his leadership and heart for God. In this context, he shows compassion and wisdom in dealing with the humiliation of his men. 2. David's Men These are the envoys sent by David to Hanun, the king of the Ammonites, who were humiliated by having their beards shaved and garments cut. 3. Jericho A city in the Jordan Valley, significant in Israel's history. It serves as a place of refuge and recovery for David's humiliated men. 4. Hanun The king of the Ammonites who, misled by his advisors, humiliated David's envoys, leading to conflict. 5. Ammonites A neighboring nation of Israel, often in conflict with them. Their actions against David's men set the stage for further hostilities. Teaching Points Compassionate LeadershipDavid's response to his men's humiliation shows the importance of caring for those under our leadership. Leaders should provide support and a path to restoration for those who have been wronged. Cultural Sensitivity Understanding cultural norms and values is crucial in interactions. The shaving of the beards was not just a physical act but a deep cultural insult, reminding us to be sensitive to the customs and values of others. Wisdom in Conflict David's decision to have his men stay in Jericho until their beards grew back demonstrates wisdom in handling conflict. It teaches us to seek peaceful and restorative solutions before escalating situations. Restoration and Dignity The act of waiting for the beards to grow back symbolizes restoration and the return of dignity. In our lives, we should seek to restore dignity to those who have been humiliated or wronged. The Role of Advisors Hanun's actions were influenced by poor advice, highlighting the importance of wise and godly counsel in decision-making. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 19:5?2. How does 1 Chronicles 19:5 demonstrate the importance of restoring dignity to others? 3. What can we learn about leadership from David's response in 1 Chronicles 19:5? 4. How does this verse connect to Jesus' teachings on compassion and restoration? 5. In what ways can we apply David's patience and wisdom in our lives? 6. How does this passage encourage us to support those who feel ashamed or humiliated? 7. Why did David wait for the men to regrow their beards in 1 Chronicles 19:5? 8. What cultural significance did beards hold in ancient Israel as seen in 1 Chronicles 19:5? 9. How does 1 Chronicles 19:5 reflect on the importance of dignity and honor in biblical times? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 19? 11. Did David or Elhanan kill Goliath? 12. Does 1 Chronicles 28:5, where David says God chose Solomon as king, align with or contradict other biblical passages about political intrigue in David's succession? 13. How do we reconcile the discrepant figures between 2 Samuel 10:18 and 1 Chronicles 19:18 regarding the number of charioteers and horsemen defeated by David? 14. Who were the children of King David? What Does 1 Chronicles 19:5 Mean When someone came and told David about his men• Scripture treats this report as fact, grounding the narrative in real history (cf. 2 Samuel 10:4-5). • David consistently pays attention to news concerning his people—he responded similarly when told about Saul and Jonathan (2 Samuel 1:2-4). • The verse models responsible leadership: getting accurate information before acting (Proverbs 18:13 “He who answers a matter before he hears it, it is folly and shame to him,”). he sent messengers to meet them • David does not wait for the humiliated soldiers to arrive; he takes the initiative, mirroring God’s own pattern of seeking the hurting (Psalm 34:18). • “Messengers” parallels earlier episodes where David showed covenant kindness (2 Samuel 9:1-3 to Mephibosheth). • By sending others, the king shields his men from further embarrassment, echoing Galatians 6:2, “Carry one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ,”. since the men had been thoroughly humiliated • Shaving half the beard and cutting garments (1 Chronicles 19:4) was a calculated public disgrace—especially painful in a culture where the beard symbolized honor (cf. Isaiah 50:6, where plucking the beard is linked with shame). • David recognizes that emotional wounds are as real as physical ones (Psalm 147:3 “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds,”). • Their humiliation also affronted Israel and, by extension, the LORD they served (1 Samuel 17:26 shows David’s sensitivity to insults against God’s people). The king told them • David’s words carry weight yet convey tenderness; a righteous ruler both leads and comforts (Proverbs 16:13). • By addressing his men directly through the messengers, he affirms their worth—reminding them they remain valued soldiers and covenant brothers (1 Chronicles 11:10-11 shows how David honors his mighty men). • His instruction avoids hasty retaliation by the disgraced men, reserving judgment to himself as king (Romans 12:19). "Stay in Jericho until your beards have grown back, and then return." • Jericho, a border city about 15 miles from Jerusalem, offers privacy and safety—a practical sanctuary until their appearance is restored. • Allowing the beards to regrow protects the men from further ridicule in the capital, illustrating Proverbs 12:25, “Anxiety weighs down the heart of a man, but a good word cheers it,”. • David’s command underscores patience and restoration: dignity first, duty second. The waiting period signals that shame is temporary and honor can be renewed (Job 42:10 where God restores Job). • The instruction also foreshadows David’s coming military response; once the men’s honor is mended, the king will vindicate them publicly (1 Chronicles 19:6-14). summary David treats the humiliation of his servants as his own concern, showing protective leadership grounded in literal historical events. He gathers reliable information, sends support, acknowledges their shame, speaks comfort, and provides a place and time for restoration. The verse teaches that God-honoring authority defends the dignity of His people, heals their wounds, and prepares appropriate action against injustice. (5) Ashamed.--Not the usual term (bosh), but a stronger word, confounded (niklam; properly, pricked, wounded). (Comp. Psalm 35:4. where it forms a climax to the other.)Be grown.--Sprout, or shoot (Judges 16:22, of Samson's hair). Jericho lay on their road to the capital. Hebrew When [someone] cameוַיֵּלְכוּ֩ (way·yê·lə·ḵū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk and told וַיַּגִּ֨ידוּ (way·yag·gî·ḏū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 5046: To be conspicuous David לְדָוִ֤יד (lə·ḏā·wîḏ) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse about עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against his men, הָֽאֲנָשִׁים֙ (hā·’ă·nā·šîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 582: Man, mankind he sent וַיִּשְׁלַ֣ח (way·yiš·laḥ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7971: To send away, for, out messengers to meet them, לִקְרָאתָ֔ם (liq·rā·ṯām) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 7125: Against he come, help, meet, seek, to, in the way since כִּי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction the men הָאֲנָשִׁ֖ים (hā·’ă·nā·šîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 582: Man, mankind were הָי֥וּ (hā·yū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be deeply מְאֹ֑ד (mə·’ōḏ) Adverb Strong's 3966: Vehemence, vehemently, wholly, speedily humiliated. נִכְלָמִ֣ים (niḵ·lā·mîm) Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 3637: To wound, to taunt, insult The king הַמֶּ֙לֶךְ֙ (ham·me·leḵ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king told them, וַיֹּ֤אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “Stay שְׁב֣וּ (šə·ḇū) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural Strong's 3427: To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry in Jericho בִֽירֵח֔וֹ (ḇî·rê·ḥōw) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3405: Jericho -- a city in the Jordan Valley captured by Joshua until עַ֛ד (‘aḏ) Preposition Strong's 5704: As far as, even to, up to, until, while your beards זְקַנְכֶ֖ם (zə·qan·ḵem) Noun - common singular construct | second person masculine plural Strong's 2206: Beard, chin have grown back, יְצַמַּ֥ח (yə·ṣam·maḥ) Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6779: To sprout, spring up and [then] return.” וְשַׁבְתֶּֽם׃ (wə·šaḇ·tem) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - second person masculine plural Strong's 7725: To turn back, in, to retreat, again Links 1 Chronicles 19:5 NIV1 Chronicles 19:5 NLT 1 Chronicles 19:5 ESV 1 Chronicles 19:5 NASB 1 Chronicles 19:5 KJV 1 Chronicles 19:5 BibleApps.com 1 Chronicles 19:5 Biblia Paralela 1 Chronicles 19:5 Chinese Bible 1 Chronicles 19:5 French Bible 1 Chronicles 19:5 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Chronicles 19:5 Then there went certain persons and told (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr) |
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