Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Some Hebrews even crossed the Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead. Saul remained at Gilgal, and all the troops with him were quaking with fear. New Living Translation Some of them crossed the Jordan River and escaped into the land of Gad and Gilead. Meanwhile, Saul stayed at Gilgal, and his men were trembling with fear. English Standard Version and some Hebrews crossed the fords of the Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead. Saul was still at Gilgal, and all the people followed him trembling. Berean Standard Bible Some Hebrews even crossed the Jordan into the land of Gad and Gilead. Saul, however, remained at Gilgal, and all his troops were quaking in fear. Berean Literal Bible And Hebrews passed over the Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead. And as for Saul, he was still in Gilgal, and all the people trembled after him. King James Bible And some of the Hebrews went over Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead. As for Saul, he was yet in Gilgal, and all the people followed him trembling. New King James Version And some of the Hebrews crossed over the Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead. As for Saul, he was still in Gilgal, and all the people followed him trembling. New American Standard Bible And some of the Hebrews crossed the Jordan into the land of Gad and Gilead. But as for Saul, he was still in Gilgal, and all the people followed him, trembling. NASB 1995 Also some of the Hebrews crossed the Jordan into the land of Gad and Gilead. But as for Saul, he was still in Gilgal, and all the people followed him trembling. NASB 1977 Also some of the Hebrews crossed the Jordan into the land of Gad and Gilead. But as for Saul, he was still in Gilgal, and all the people followed him trembling. Legacy Standard Bible Also some of the Hebrews crossed the Jordan into the land of Gad and Gilead. But as for Saul, he was still in Gilgal, and all the people followed him trembling. Amplified Bible Also some of the Hebrews had crossed the [river] Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead. As for Saul, he was still in Gilgal, and all the people followed him, trembling [in fear and anticipation]. Berean Annotated Bible Some Hebrews (those from beyond) even crossed the Jordan (flowing down) into the land of Gad (troop) and Gilead (rocky region). Saul, however (desired), remained at Gilgal (a wheel), and all his troops were quaking in fear. Christian Standard Bible Some Hebrews even crossed the Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead. Saul, however, was still at Gilgal, and all his troops were gripped with fear. Holman Christian Standard Bible Some Hebrews even crossed the Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead. Saul, however, was still at Gilgal, and all his troops were gripped with fear. American Standard Version Now some of the Hebrews had gone over the Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead; but as for Saul, he was yet in Gilgal, and all the people followed him trembling. Contemporary English Version Still others went to Gad and Gilead on the other side of the Jordan River. Saul stayed at Gilgal. His soldiers were shaking with fear, English Revised Version Now some of the Hebrews had gone over Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead; but as for Saul, he was yet in Gilgal, and all the people followed him trembling. GOD'S WORD® Translation Some Hebrews crossed the Jordan River into the territory of Gad and Gilead. But Saul remained in Gilgal, and all the people who followed him trembled [in fear]. Good News Translation others crossed the Jordan River into the territories of Gad and Gilead. Saul was still at Gilgal, and the people with him were trembling with fear. International Standard Version Hebrews went across the Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead, but Saul remained in Gilgal, and all the people followed him trembling. NET Bible Some of the Hebrews crossed over the Jordan River to the land of Gad and Gilead. But Saul stayed at Gilgal; the entire army that was with him was terrified. New Heart English Bible Now some of the Hebrews had gone over the Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead; but as for Saul, he was yet in Gilgal, and all the people followed him trembling. Webster's Bible Translation And some of the Hebrews went over Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead. As for Saul, he was yet in Gilgal, and all the people followed him trembling. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleSome Hebrews even crossed the Jordan into the land of Gad and Gilead. Saul, however, remained at Gilgal, and all his troops were quaking in fear. World English Bible Now some of the Hebrews had gone over the Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead; but as for Saul, he was yet in Gilgal, and all the people followed him trembling. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Hebrews have passed over the Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead; and Saul [is] yet in Gilgal, and all the people have trembled after him. Berean Literal Bible And Hebrews passed over the Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead. And as for Saul, he was still in Gilgal, and all the people trembled after him. Young's Literal Translation And Hebrews have passed over the Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead; and Saul is yet in Gilgal, and all the people have trembled after him. Smith's Literal Translation And the Hebrews passed over Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead. And Saul he yet in Gilgal, and all the people trembled after him. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd some of the Hebrews passed over the Jordan into the land of Gad and Galaad. And when Saul was yet in Galgal, all the people that followed him were greatly afraid. Catholic Public Domain Version Then some of the Hebrews crossed over the Jordan, into the land of Gad and Gilead. And while Saul was still at Gilgal, the entire people who followed him were terrified. New American Bible Other Hebrews crossed the Jordan into the land of Gad and Gilead. Saul, however, held out in Gilgal, all his army trembling in fear behind him. New Revised Standard Version Some Hebrews crossed the Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead. Saul was still at Gilgal, and all the people followed him trembling. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd some of the Hebrews went over the Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead. But Saul was still in Gilgal, and all the people were with him. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the Hebrews crossed the Jordan to the land of Gad and of Gelad, and Shaul was yet in Galgala and all the people with him OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Now some of the Hebrews had gone over the Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead; but as for Saul, he was yet in Gilgal, and all the people followed him trembling. Brenton Septuagint Translation And they that went over went over Jordan to the land of Gad and Galaad: and Saul was yet in Galgala, and all the people followed after him in amazement. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context War with the Philistines…6Seeing that they were in danger because their troops were hard-pressed, the men of Israel hid in caves and thickets, among the rocks, and in cellars and cisterns. 7Some Hebrews even crossed the Jordan into the land of Gad and Gilead. Saul, however, remained at Gilgal, and all his troops were quaking in fear. Cross References Some Hebrews even crossed the Jordan into the land of Gad and Gilead. Joshua 22:9-11 So the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh left the Israelites at Shiloh in the land of Canaan to return to their own land of Gilead, which they had acquired according to the command of the LORD through Moses. / And when they came to Geliloth near the Jordan in the land of Canaan, the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh built an imposing altar there by the Jordan. / Then the Israelites received the report: “Behold, the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh have built an altar on the border of the land of Canaan, at Geliloth near the Jordan on the Israelite side.” Numbers 32:1-5 Now the Reubenites and Gadites, who had very large herds and flocks, surveyed the lands of Jazer and Gilead, and they saw that the region was suitable for livestock. / So the Gadites and Reubenites came to Moses, Eleazar the priest, and the leaders of the congregation, and said, / “Ataroth, Dibon, Jazer, Nimrah, Heshbon, Elealeh, Sebam, Nebo, and Beon, … 2 Samuel 17:22 So David and all the people with him got up and crossed the Jordan. By daybreak, there was no one left who had not crossed the Jordan. Saul, however, remained at Gilgal, 1 Samuel 10:8 And you shall go before me to Gilgal, and surely I will come to you to offer burnt offerings and to sacrifice peace offerings. Wait seven days until I come to you and show you what you are to do.” Joshua 5:9-10 Then the LORD said to Joshua, “Today I have rolled away the reproach of Egypt from you.” So that place has been called Gilgal to this day. / On the evening of the fourteenth day of the month, while the Israelites were camped at Gilgal on the plains of Jericho, they kept the Passover. 1 Samuel 11:14-15 Then Samuel said to the people, “Come, let us go to Gilgal and renew the kingship there.” / So all the people went to Gilgal and confirmed Saul as king in the presence of the LORD. There they sacrificed peace offerings before the LORD, and Saul and all the Israelites rejoiced greatly. and all his troops were quaking in fear. 1 Samuel 17:11 On hearing the words of the Philistine, Saul and all the Israelites were dismayed and greatly afraid. Judges 7:3 Now, therefore, proclaim in the hearing of the men: ‘Whoever is fearful and trembling may turn back and leave Mount Gilead.’” So twenty-two thousand of them turned back, but ten thousand remained. Deuteronomy 20:8 Then the officers shall speak further to the army, saying, “Is any man afraid or fainthearted? Let him return home, so that the hearts of his brothers will not melt like his own.” Judges 6:2 and the hand of Midian prevailed against Israel. Because of the Midianites, the Israelites prepared shelters for themselves in the mountains, caves, and strongholds. Judges 6:11 Then the angel of the LORD came and sat down under the oak in Ophrah that belonged to Joash the Abiezrite, where his son Gideon was threshing wheat in a winepress to hide it from the Midianites. Judges 6:27 So Gideon took ten of his servants and did as the LORD had told him. But because he was too afraid of his father’s household and the men of the city, he did it by night rather than in the daytime. 1 Samuel 14:22 When all the Israelites who had been hiding in the hill country of Ephraim heard that the Philistines were fleeing, they also joined the battle in close pursuit. 1 Samuel 22:1-2 So David left Gath and took refuge in the cave of Adullam. When his brothers and the rest of his father’s household heard about it, they went down to him there. / And all who were distressed or indebted or discontented rallied around him, and he became their leader. About four hundred men were with him. 1 Samuel 23:13 Then David and his men, about six hundred strong, set out and departed from Keilah, moving from place to place. When Saul was told that David had escaped from Keilah, he declined to go forth. 1 Samuel 30:6 And David was greatly distressed because the people spoke of stoning him, because the soul of every man grieved for his sons and daughters. But David found strength in the LORD his God. Treasury of Scripture And some of the Hebrews went over Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead. As for Saul, he was yet in Gilgal, and all the people followed him trembling. the Hebrews Leviticus 26:17,36,37 And I will set my face against you, and ye shall be slain before your enemies: they that hate you shall reign over you; and ye shall flee when none pursueth you… Deuteronomy 28:25 The LORD shall cause thee to be smitten before thine enemies: thou shalt go out one way against them, and flee seven ways before them: and shalt be removed into all the kingdoms of the earth. Gad Numbers 32:1-5,33-42 Now the children of Reuben and the children of Gad had a very great multitude of cattle: and when they saw the land of Jazer, and the land of Gilead, that, behold, the place was a place for cattle; … Deuteronomy 3:12 And this land, which we possessed at that time, from Aroer, which is by the river Arnon, and half mount Gilead, and the cities thereof, gave I unto the Reubenites and to the Gadites. Joshua 13:24-31 And Moses gave inheritance unto the tribe of Gad, even unto the children of Gad according to their families… Deuteronomy 20:8 And the officers shall speak further unto the people, and they shall say, What man is there that is fearful and fainthearted? let him go and return unto his house, lest his brethren's heart faint as well as his heart. Judges 7:3 Now therefore go to, proclaim in the ears of the people, saying, Whosoever is fearful and afraid, let him return and depart early from mount Gilead. And there returned of the people twenty and two thousand; and there remained ten thousand. Hosea 11:10,11 They shall walk after the LORD: he shall roar like a lion: when he shall roar, then the children shall tremble from the west… Jump to Previous Crossed Hebrews Jordan Passed Quaking Saul Shaking Trembled Trembling TroopsJump to Next Crossed Hebrews Jordan Passed Quaking Saul Shaking Trembled Trembling Troops1 Samuel 13 1. Saul's select band3. He calls the Hebrews to Gilgal against the Philistines 5. The Philistines' great army 6. The distress of the Israelites 8. Saul, weary of staying for Samuel, sacrifices 11. Samuel reproves him 17. The three raiding parties of the Philistines 19. The policy of the Philistines, to allow no blacksmith in Israel Some Hebrews even crossed the Jordan into the land of Gad and Gilead. This phrase highlights the fear and desperation among the Israelites during the Philistine threat. The crossing of the Jordan River signifies a retreat, as the land of Gad and Gilead was east of the Jordan, away from the central conflict. Historically, this area was part of the territory given to the tribes of Gad, Reuben, and the half-tribe of Manasseh (Numbers 32:33). The movement of the Hebrews into this region indicates a significant lack of confidence in Saul's leadership and a desire to seek refuge in a less threatened area. This retreat can be seen as a lack of faith, contrasting with the call to trust in God’s deliverance, as seen in other biblical narratives like the crossing of the Red Sea (Exodus 14). Saul, however, remained at Gilgal, and all his troops were quaking in fear. Persons / Places / Events 1. HebrewsRefers to the Israelites, God's chosen people, who were in a state of fear and disarray during this time. 2. Jordan The river that the Hebrews crossed, symbolizing a retreat or escape from the impending Philistine threat. 3. Gad and Gilead Regions east of the Jordan River, representing places of refuge for the fleeing Israelites. 4. Saul The first king of Israel, who remained at Gilgal, facing a critical test of leadership and faith. 5. Gilgal A significant location in Israel's history, where Saul awaited Samuel and where the Israelites had previously renewed their covenant with God. Teaching Points Fear and FaithFear is a natural human response, but it should drive us to God rather than away from Him. Saul's troops were quaking with fear, yet they had the opportunity to seek God's strength. Leadership Under Pressure Saul's situation at Gilgal teaches us about the importance of steadfast leadership. Leaders must rely on God's guidance, especially when facing overwhelming challenges. The Consequences of Disobedience The Israelites' fear and retreat foreshadow the consequences of not fully trusting and obeying God. This passage sets the stage for Saul's eventual disobedience and its repercussions. Seeking Refuge The Hebrews crossing the Jordan to Gad and Gilead symbolizes seeking refuge. In our spiritual lives, we must discern whether we are fleeing in fear or seeking refuge in God. God's Faithfulness Despite the Israelites' fear and Saul's faltering leadership, God remains faithful. This passage reminds us that God's plans are not thwarted by human weakness. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 13:7?2. How does 1 Samuel 13:7 illustrate the consequences of fear over faith? 3. What can we learn from Saul's actions about waiting on God's timing? 4. How does 1 Samuel 13:7 connect with Proverbs 3:5-6 on trusting God? 5. In what ways can we avoid Saul's mistakes in our spiritual leadership? 6. How can we apply the lesson of reliance on God in our daily lives? 7. Why did some Hebrews cross the Jordan to Gad and Gilead in 1 Samuel 13:7? 8. What does 1 Samuel 13:7 reveal about Israel's fear and faith during Saul's reign? 9. How does 1 Samuel 13:7 reflect the Israelites' trust in God versus their fear of the Philistines? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 13? 11. What is the significance of the Tribe of Manasseh? 12. Joshua 5:9: Is there any historical or archaeological evidence that this site, Gilgal, was ever known or marked as the place where Israel’s “disgrace” was removed? 13. What is Gilgal's significance in the Bible? 14. (Judges 10:7) Is there any historical or archaeological verification of simultaneous oppression by Philistines and Ammonites? What Does 1 Samuel 13:7 Mean Some Hebrews even crossed the JordanThe scene opens with Israelites slipping away from their own land, heading east over the Jordan to escape Philistine pressure. • The very river God once parted so they could enter the Promised Land (Joshua 4:22-24) is now the escape route back out, showing how fear can reverse progress. • Fleeing rather than standing with their covenant king undercuts their identity as “the armies of the living God” (cf. 1 Samuel 17:26). • Earlier, when panic struck Midian’s invaders, Israel’s enemies turned on each other (Judges 7:22). Here Israel’s panic sends them running; the roles are tragically reversed. The verse highlights how unbelief disrupts God’s people and weakens their testimony. into the land of Gad and Gilead Gad and Gilead lie on the east side of the river, territory once granted to the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and half-Manasseh (Numbers 32:1-5, 33; Joshua 22:1-9). • Crossing there felt “safer,” but it meant leaving the battle God had assigned. • Gadite towns had livestock and natural defenses, yet true security rests in obedience, not geography (Psalm 20:7). • This movement foreshadows later schisms (1 Kings 12:16-19) that fracture national unity whenever faith falters. The phrase reminds us that refuge outside God’s will is no refuge at all. Saul, however, remained at Gilgal Gilgal was the place Samuel had instructed Saul to wait for seven days (1 Samuel 10:8, 13:8). • Gilgal carried historic weight: the first campsite after Joshua’s crossing (Joshua 4:19) and the site of covenant renewal (1 Samuel 11:14-15). • Saul “remained,” showing initial obedience, yet his patience will soon crack (13:9-12). • This contrast—people fleeing while the king stays—sets up the test of whether Saul will trust God or grasp control. Waiting on God’s timing is often the dividing line between faith and presumption. and all his troops were quaking in fear The Hebrew soldiers who stayed with Saul were not courageous; they trembled. • Fear had been expressly addressed in Israel’s war code: “Let anyone who is fearful…go home” (Deuteronomy 20:8). Staying yet fearing reveals hearts unprepared for battle. • Similar dread strikes again before Goliath (1 Samuel 17:11). The pattern underscores the need for a leader whose confidence rests in the Lord. • Saul’s men mirror their king’s inner state; when leadership is uncertain, followers feel it (Proverbs 29:2). The phrase exposes how fear spreads when faith stalls. summary 1 Samuel 13:7 paints a snapshot of collective panic: some Israelites abandon the Promised Land, others huddle with a waiting—but wavering—king, and all tremble before the Philistine threat. The verse warns that leaving God-appointed ground, seeking safety in familiar comforts, or merely “holding position” without steadfast trust all lead to the same place: fear. True security for God’s people lies in believing His promises and obeying His instructions, even when circumstances look overwhelming. Verse 7. - Some of the Hebrews. A contemptuous name for Israel (see ver. 3). If the reading is correct, it must be used here of a cowardly portion of the people (as in 1 Samuel 14:21), for the insertion of some of in the A.V. is unjustifiable. But by a very slight change, simply lengthening the stalk of one letter, we get a very good sense: "And they went over the fords of the Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead," i.e. to the mountainous district in which the Jordan rises. SAUL'S RASH SACRIFICE (Vers. 8-14).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Some Hebrewsוְעִבְרִ֗ים (wə·‘iḇ·rîm) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine plural Strong's 5680: Hebrews -- perhaps descendant of Eber, also another name for an Israelite even crossed עָֽבְרוּ֙ (‘ā·ḇə·rū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 5674: To pass over, through, or by, pass on the Jordan הַיַּרְדֵּ֔ן (hay·yar·dên) Article | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3383: Jordan -- the principal river of Palestine into the land אֶ֥רֶץ (’e·reṣ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 776: Earth, land of Gad גָּ֖ד (gāḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1410: Gad -- a son of Jacob, also his tribe and its territory, also a prophet and Gilead. וְגִלְעָ֑ד (wə·ḡil·‘āḏ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 1568: Gilead -- a region in Palestine, also the name of several Israelites Saul, however, וְשָׁאוּל֙ (wə·šā·’ūl) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 7586: Saul -- first king of Israel, also an Edomite and two Israelites remained עוֹדֶ֣נּוּ (‘ō·w·ḏen·nū) Adverb | third person masculine singular Strong's 5750: Iteration, continuance, again, repeatedly, still, more at Gilgal, בַגִּלְגָּ֔ל (ḇag·gil·gāl) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 1537: Gilgal -- 'circle (of stones)', the name of several places in Palestine and all וְכָל־ (wə·ḵāl) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every his troops הָעָ֖ם (hā·‘ām) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock were quaking with fear. חָרְד֥וּ (ḥā·rə·ḏū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 2729: To shudder with terror, to fear, to hasten Links 1 Samuel 13:7 NIV1 Samuel 13:7 NLT 1 Samuel 13:7 ESV 1 Samuel 13:7 NASB 1 Samuel 13:7 KJV 1 Samuel 13:7 BibleApps.com 1 Samuel 13:7 Biblia Paralela 1 Samuel 13:7 Chinese Bible 1 Samuel 13:7 French Bible 1 Samuel 13:7 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Samuel 13:7 Now some of the Hebrews had gone (1Sa iSam 1 Sam i sa) |
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