1 Samuel 18:14
New International Version
In everything he did he had great success, because the LORD was with him.

New Living Translation
David continued to succeed in everything he did, for the LORD was with him.

English Standard Version
And David had success in all his undertakings, for the LORD was with him.

Berean Standard Bible
and he continued to prosper in all his ways, because the LORD was with him.

King James Bible
And David behaved himself wisely in all his ways; and the LORD was with him.

New King James Version
And David behaved wisely in all his ways, and the LORD was with him.

New American Standard Bible
David was successful in all his ways, for the LORD was with him.

NASB 1995
David was prospering in all his ways for the LORD was with him.

NASB 1977
And David was prospering in all his ways for the LORD was with him.

Legacy Standard Bible
And David was prospering in all his ways, and Yahweh was with him.

Amplified Bible
David acted wisely and prospered in all his ways, and the LORD was with him.

Christian Standard Bible
and continued to be successful in all his activities because the LORD was with him.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
and continued to be successful in all his activities because the LORD was with him.

American Standard Version
And David behaved himself wisely in all his ways; and Jehovah was with him.

Contemporary English Version
The LORD helped David, and he and his soldiers always won their battles.

English Revised Version
And David behaved himself wisely in all his ways; and the LORD was with him.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
He was successful in everything he undertook because the LORD was with him.

Good News Translation
and was successful in all he did, because the LORD was with him.

International Standard Version
David was successful in all that he did, for the LORD was with him.

Majority Standard Bible
and he continued to prosper in all his ways, because the LORD was with him.

NET Bible
Now David achieved success in all he did, for the LORD was with him.

New Heart English Bible
David behaved himself wisely in all his ways; and the LORD was with him.

Webster's Bible Translation
And David behaved himself wisely in all his ways; and the LORD was with him.

World English Bible
David behaved himself wisely in all his ways; and Yahweh was with him.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And David is acting wisely in all his ways, and YHWH [is] with him,

Young's Literal Translation
And David is in all his ways acting wisely, and Jehovah is with him,

Smith's Literal Translation
And David will be prudent in all his ways; and Jehovah with him.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And David behaved wisely in all his ways, and the Lord was with him.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Also, David acted prudently in all his ways, and the Lord was with him.

New American Bible
and prospered in all his ways, for the LORD was with him.

New Revised Standard Version
David had success in all his undertakings; for the LORD was with him.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And David was a man of understanding in all his ways; and the LORD was with him.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And David was intelligent in all his ways, and LORD JEHOVAH with him
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And David had great success in all his ways; and the LORD was with him.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And David was prudent in all his ways, and the Lord was with him.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Saul Envies David
13Therefore Saul sent David away and gave him command of a thousand men. David led the troops out to battle and back, 14and he continued to prosper in all his ways, because the LORD was with him. 15When Saul saw that David was very successful, he was afraid of him.…

Cross References
Genesis 39:2-3
And the LORD was with Joseph, and he became a successful man, serving in the household of his Egyptian master. / When his master saw that the LORD was with him and made him prosper in all he did,

Proverbs 3:3-4
Never let loving devotion or faithfulness leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. / Then you will find favor and high regard in the sight of God and man.

Proverbs 16:7
When a man’s ways please the LORD, He makes even the man’s enemies live at peace with him.

Joshua 1:7-8
Above all, be strong and very courageous. Be careful to observe all the law that My servant Moses commanded you. Do not turn from it to the right or to the left, so that you may prosper wherever you go. / This Book of the Law must not depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. For then you will prosper and succeed in all you do.

1 Kings 2:3
And keep the charge of the LORD your God to walk in His ways and to keep His statutes, commandments, ordinances, and decrees, as written in the Law of Moses, so that you may prosper in all you do and wherever you turn,

Psalm 1:1-3
Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked, or set foot on the path of sinners, or sit in the seat of mockers. / But his delight is in the Law of the LORD, and on His law he meditates day and night. / He is like a tree planted by streams of water, yielding its fruit in season, whose leaf does not wither, and who prospers in all he does.

Psalm 37:23
The steps of a man are ordered by the LORD who takes delight in his journey.

Psalm 101:2
I will ponder the way that is blameless—when will You come to me? I will walk in my house with integrity of heart.

Daniel 6:3
Soon, by his extraordinary spirit, Daniel distinguished himself among the administrators and satraps. So the king planned to set him over the whole kingdom.

Ecclesiastes 10:10
If the axe is dull and the blade unsharpened, more strength must be exerted, but skill produces success.

Matthew 5:16
In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.

Luke 2:52
And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.

Acts 7:9-10
Because the patriarchs were jealous of Joseph, they sold him as a slave into Egypt. But God was with him / and rescued him from all his troubles. He granted Joseph favor and wisdom in the sight of Pharaoh king of Egypt, who appointed him ruler over Egypt and all his household.

Romans 8:28
And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose.

1 Corinthians 15:10
But by the grace of God I am what I am, and His grace to me was not in vain. No, I worked harder than all of them—yet not I, but the grace of God that was with me.


Treasury of Scripture

And David behaved himself wisely in all his ways; and the LORD was with him.

behaved.

1 Samuel 18:5
And David went out whithersoever Saul sent him, and behaved himself wisely: and Saul set him over the men of war, and he was accepted in the sight of all the people, and also in the sight of Saul's servants.

the Lord

1 Samuel 10:7
And let it be, when these signs are come unto thee, that thou do as occasion serve thee; for God is with thee.

1 Samuel 16:18
Then answered one of the servants, and said, Behold, I have seen a son of Jesse the Bethlehemite, that is cunning in playing, and a mighty valiant man, and a man of war, and prudent in matters, and a comely person, and the LORD is with him.

Genesis 39:2,3,23
And the LORD was with Joseph, and he was a prosperous man; and he was in the house of his master the Egyptian…

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1 Samuel 18
1. Jonathan befriends David
5. Saul envies his praise
10. seeks to kill him in his fury
12. fears him for his good success
17. offers him his daughters for snare
23. David persuaded to be the king's son-in-law,
25. gives two hundred foreskins of the Philistines for Michal's dowry
28. Saul's hatred and David's glory increase














David continued to prosper
The Hebrew root for "prosper" is צלח (tsalach), which conveys the idea of advancing, succeeding, or thriving. In the context of David's life, this prosperity is not merely material or military success but encompasses spiritual and moral growth. David's prosperity is a testament to his alignment with God's will and his obedience to divine guidance. Historically, David's rise from a shepherd boy to a favored servant in King Saul's court illustrates God's providential hand in elevating those who are faithful. This phrase encourages believers to seek prosperity not just in worldly terms but in spiritual maturity and alignment with God's purposes.

in all his ways
The phrase "in all his ways" suggests a comprehensive success that touches every aspect of David's life. The Hebrew word for "ways" is דֶּרֶךְ (derekh), which can mean path, journey, or conduct. This indicates that David's prosperity was not limited to a single area but was evident in his leadership, relationships, and personal integrity. Scripturally, this reflects the biblical principle that when one walks in righteousness and obedience, God's favor extends to all areas of life. It serves as an inspiration for believers to pursue a holistic approach to faith, ensuring that every "way" or path they take aligns with God's will.

for the LORD was with him
The presence of the LORD with David is the cornerstone of his success. The Hebrew name for LORD here is יהוה (YHWH), the covenant name of God, emphasizing His faithfulness and relational presence. This divine companionship is not passive but actively involved in guiding, protecting, and blessing David. Historically, God's presence with David is evident in his victories over enemies, his wisdom in leadership, and his enduring legacy. This phrase reassures believers that true prosperity and success come from a life lived in communion with God. It is a reminder that God's presence is the ultimate source of strength and guidance, and it calls Christians to cultivate a deep, personal relationship with the LORD, trusting in His constant presence and support.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
and he continued
וַיְהִ֥י (way·hî)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

to prosper
מַשְׂכִּ֑יל (maś·kîl)
Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 7919: To be, circumspect, intelligent

in all
לְכָל־ (lə·ḵāl)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

his ways,
דָּרְכָ֖ו‪‬ (dā·rə·ḵāw)
Noun - common singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 1870: A road, a course of life, mode of action

because the LORD
וַֽיהוָ֖ה (Yah·weh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

was with him.
עִמּֽוֹ׃ (‘im·mōw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5973: With, equally with


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