Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version As soon as David returned from killing the Philistine, Abner took him and brought him before Saul, with David still holding the Philistine’s head. New Living Translation As soon as David returned from killing Goliath, Abner brought him to Saul with the Philistine’s head still in his hand. English Standard Version And as soon as David returned from the striking down of the Philistine, Abner took him, and brought him before Saul with the head of the Philistine in his hand. Berean Standard Bible So when David returned from killing the Philistine, still holding his head in his hand, Abner took him and brought him before Saul. King James Bible And as David returned from the slaughter of the Philistine, Abner took him, and brought him before Saul with the head of the Philistine in his hand. New King James Version Then, as David returned from the slaughter of the Philistine, Abner took him and brought him before Saul with the head of the Philistine in his hand. New American Standard Bible So when David returned from killing the Philistine, Abner took him and brought him before Saul with the Philistine’s head in his hand. NASB 1995 So when David returned from killing the Philistine, Abner took him and brought him before Saul with the Philistine’s head in his hand. NASB 1977 So when David returned from killing the Philistine, Abner took him and brought him before Saul with the Philistine’s head in his hand. Legacy Standard Bible So when David returned from striking down the Philistine, Abner took him and brought him before Saul with the Philistine’s head in his hand. Amplified Bible When David returned from killing [Goliath] the Philistine, Abner took him and brought him before Saul with the head of the Philistine in his hand. Christian Standard Bible When David returned from killing the Philistine, Abner took him and brought him before Saul with the Philistine’s head still in his hand. Holman Christian Standard Bible When David returned from killing the Philistine, Abner took him and brought him before Saul with the Philistine’s head still in his hand. American Standard Version And as David returned from the slaughter of the Philistine, Abner took him, and brought him before Saul with the head of the Philistine in his hand. Contemporary English Version When David came back from fighting Goliath, he was still carrying Goliath's head. Abner took David to Saul, English Revised Version And as David returned from the slaughter of the Philistine, Abner took him, and brought him before Saul with the head of the Philistine in his hand. GOD'S WORD® Translation When David returned from killing the Philistine, Abner brought him to Saul. David had the Philistine's head in his hand. Good News Translation So when David returned to camp after killing Goliath, Abner took him to Saul. David was still carrying Goliath's head. International Standard Version When David returned from striking down the Philistine, Abner took him and brought him to Saul with the Philistine's head in his hand. Majority Standard Bible So when David returned from killing the Philistine, still holding his head in his hand, Abner took him and brought him before Saul. NET Bible So when David returned from striking down the Philistine, Abner took him and brought him before Saul. He still had the head of the Philistine in his hand. New Heart English Bible As David returned from the slaughter of the Philistine, Abner took him, and brought him before Saul with the head of the Philistine in his hand. Webster's Bible Translation And as David returned from the slaughter of the Philistine, Abner took him, and brought him before Saul with the head of the Philistine in his hand. World English Bible As David returned from the slaughter of the Philistine, Abner took him and brought him before Saul with the head of the Philistine in his hand. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd when David turns back from striking the Philistine, then Abner takes him and brings him in before Saul, and the head of the Philistine [is] in his hand; Young's Literal Translation And when David turneth back from smiting the Philistine, then Abner taketh him and bringeth him in before Saul, and the head of the Philistine in his hand; Smith's Literal Translation And as David turned back from striking the rover, and Abner will take him and bring him before Saul, and the head of the rover in his hand. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd when David was returned, after the Philistine was slain, Abner took him, and brought him in before Saul, with the head of the Philistine in his hand. Catholic Public Domain Version And when David had returned, after the Philistine had been struck down, Abner took him, and brought him before Saul, having the head of the Philistine in his hand. New American Bible So when David returned from slaying the Philistine, Abner escorted him into Saul’s presence. David was still holding the Philistine’s head. New Revised Standard Version On David’s return from killing the Philistine, Abner took him and brought him before Saul, with the head of the Philistine in his hand. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd when David returned after he had slain the Philistine, Abner took him and brought him before Saul with the head of the Philistine in his hand. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And when David returned, when he had killed the Philistine, Abnir led him and brought him before Shaul, and the head of the Philistine was in his hand OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And as David returned from the slaughter of the Philistine, Abner took him, and brought him before Saul with the head of the Philistine in his hand. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context David Slays Goliath…56“Find out whose son this young man is!” said the king. 57So when David returned from killing the Philistine, still holding his head in his hand, Abner took him and brought him before Saul. 58“Whose son are you, young man?” asked Saul. “I am the son of your servant Jesse of Bethlehem,” David replied.… Cross References 1 Samuel 18:2 And from that day Saul kept David with him and did not let him return to his father’s house. 1 Samuel 16:21-22 When David came to Saul and entered his service, Saul loved him very much, and David became his armor-bearer. / Then Saul sent word to Jesse, saying, “Let David remain in my service, for I am pleased with him.” 1 Samuel 18:6-7 As the troops were returning home after David had killed the Philistine, the women came out of all the cities of Israel to meet King Saul with singing and dancing, with joyful songs, and with tambourines and other instruments. / And as the women danced, they sang out: “Saul has slain his thousands, and David his tens of thousands.” 1 Samuel 17:54 David took the head of the Philistine and brought it to Jerusalem, and he put Goliath’s weapons in his own tent. 1 Samuel 18:5 So David marched out and prospered in everything Saul sent him to do, and Saul set him over the men of war. And this was pleasing in the sight of all the people, and of Saul’s officers as well. 1 Samuel 16:18 One of the servants answered, “I have seen a son of Jesse of Bethlehem who knows how to play the harp. He is a mighty man of valor, a warrior, eloquent and handsome, and the LORD is with him.” 1 Samuel 18:16 But all Israel and Judah loved David, because he was leading them out to battle and back. 1 Samuel 18:13 Therefore Saul sent David away and gave him command of a thousand men. David led the troops out to battle and back, 1 Samuel 18:20-21 Now Saul’s daughter Michal loved David, and when this was reported to Saul, it pleased him. / “I will give her to David,” Saul thought, “so that she may be a snare to him, and the hand of the Philistines may be against him.” So Saul said to David, “For a second time now you can be my son-in-law.” 1 Samuel 18:27 David and his men went out and killed two hundred Philistines. He brought their foreskins and presented them as payment in full to become the king’s son-in-law. Then Saul gave his daughter Michal to David in marriage. 1 Samuel 19:8 When war broke out again, David went out and fought the Philistines and struck them with such a mighty blow that they fled before him. 1 Samuel 21:9 The priest replied, “The sword of Goliath the Philistine, whom you killed in the Valley of Elah, is here; it is wrapped in a cloth behind the ephod. If you want, you may take it. For there is no other but this one here.” And David said, “There is none like it; give it to me.” 2 Samuel 5:2 Even in times past, while Saul was king over us, you were the one who led Israel out and brought them back. And to you the LORD said, ‘You will shepherd My people Israel, and you will be ruler over them.’” 2 Samuel 7:8 Now then, you are to tell My servant David that this is what the LORD of Hosts says: I took you from the pasture, from following the flock, to be the ruler over My people Israel. 2 Samuel 8:15 Thus David reigned over all Israel and administered justice and righteousness for all his people: Treasury of Scripture And as David returned from the slaughter of the Philistine, Abner took him, and brought him before Saul with the head of the Philistine in his hand. the head 1 Samuel 17:54 And David took the head of the Philistine, and brought it to Jerusalem; but he put his armour in his tent. Jump to Previous Abner David Destruction Hand Head Holding Killing Philistine Philistine's Saul Slaughter Smiting Soon TurnethJump to Next Abner David Destruction Hand Head Holding Killing Philistine Philistine's Saul Slaughter Smiting Soon Turneth1 Samuel 17 1. The armies of the Israelites and Philistines being ready to battle4. Goliath challenges a combat 12. David, sent by his father to visit his brothers, takes the challenge 28. Eliab chides him 30. He is brought to Saul 32. shows the reason of his confidence 38. and slays the giant 55. Saul takes notice of David So when David returned from killing the Philistine David's victory over Goliath is a pivotal moment in biblical history, showcasing God's power working through a young shepherd. This event occurs in the Valley of Elah, a significant location for Israel's battles against the Philistines. David's triumph is not just a personal victory but a national one, symbolizing God's deliverance of Israel. This moment foreshadows Christ's ultimate victory over sin and death, as David, a type of Christ, defeats the giant, representing evil and oppression. still holding his head in his hand Abner took him and brought him before Saul Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidA young shepherd who becomes a central figure in Israel's history. Known for his faith in God, he defeats Goliath, the Philistine giant, with a sling and a stone. 2. Abner The commander of Saul's army. He plays a significant role in bringing David to King Saul after David's victory over Goliath. 3. Saul The first king of Israel, who struggles with obedience to God. He is initially impressed by David's victory but later becomes envious of him. 4. Philistine Refers to Goliath, the giant warrior defeated by David. The Philistines were a constant threat to Israel during this period. 5. Goliath's Head Symbolizes David's victory and God's deliverance. It serves as a tangible proof of God's power and David's faith. Teaching Points Faith in ActionDavid's victory over Goliath is a testament to the power of faith. Despite his youth and inexperience, David trusted God completely. We are called to act in faith, trusting God to overcome the giants in our lives. God's Sovereignty The event underscores God's control over the affairs of men. David's triumph was not due to his own strength but because God was with him. We should recognize God's hand in our victories and give Him the glory. Courage and Obedience David's courage came from his obedience to God. He did not rely on conventional weapons but on God's guidance. We should seek to obey God, even when it requires stepping out of our comfort zones. Leadership and Humility David's humility is evident as he gives credit to God for the victory. True leadership involves recognizing our dependence on God and leading others to do the same. Symbol of Deliverance Goliath's head serves as a symbol of God's deliverance. In our lives, we should remember and celebrate the victories God has given us as reminders of His faithfulness. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew So when Davidדָּוִ֗ד (dā·wiḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse returned וּכְשׁ֣וּב (ū·ḵə·šūḇ) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-k | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 7725: To turn back, in, to retreat, again from killing מֵֽהַכּוֹת֙ (mê·hak·kō·wṯ) Preposition-m | Verb - Hifil - Infinitive construct Strong's 5221: To strike the Philistine, הַפְּלִשְׁתִּ֔י (hap·pə·liš·tî) Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 6430: Philistines -- inhabitants of Philistia still holding [his] הַפְּלִשְׁתִּ֖י (hap·pə·liš·tî) Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 6430: Philistines -- inhabitants of Philistia head וְרֹ֥אשׁ (wə·rōš) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 7218: The head in his hand, בְּיָדֽוֹ׃ (bə·yā·ḏōw) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 3027: A hand Abner אַבְנֵ֔ר (’aḇ·nêr) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 74: Abner -- 'my father is a lamp', an Israelite name took וַיִּקַּ֤ח (way·yiq·qaḥ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3947: To take him אֹתוֹ֙ (’ō·ṯōw) Direct object marker | third person masculine singular Strong's 853: Untranslatable mark of the accusative case and brought him וַיְבִאֵ֖הוּ (way·ḇi·’ê·hū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular | third person masculine singular Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go before לִפְנֵ֣י (lip̄·nê) Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct Strong's 6440: The face Saul. שָׁא֑וּל (šā·’ūl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 7586: Saul -- first king of Israel, also an Edomite and two Israelites Links 1 Samuel 17:57 NIV1 Samuel 17:57 NLT 1 Samuel 17:57 ESV 1 Samuel 17:57 NASB 1 Samuel 17:57 KJV 1 Samuel 17:57 BibleApps.com 1 Samuel 17:57 Biblia Paralela 1 Samuel 17:57 Chinese Bible 1 Samuel 17:57 French Bible 1 Samuel 17:57 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Samuel 17:57 As David returned from the slaughter (1Sa iSam 1 Sam i sa) |
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