Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version David said, “LORD, God of Israel, your servant has heard definitely that Saul plans to come to Keilah and destroy the town on account of me. New Living Translation Then David prayed, “O LORD, God of Israel, I have heard that Saul is planning to come and destroy Keilah because I am here. English Standard Version Then David said, “O LORD, the God of Israel, your servant has surely heard that Saul seeks to come to Keilah, to destroy the city on my account. Berean Standard Bible And David said, “O LORD, God of Israel, Your servant has heard that Saul intends to come to Keilah and destroy the city on my account. King James Bible Then said David, O LORD God of Israel, thy servant hath certainly heard that Saul seeketh to come to Keilah, to destroy the city for my sake. New King James Version Then David said, “O LORD God of Israel, Your servant has certainly heard that Saul seeks to come to Keilah to destroy the city for my sake. New American Standard Bible Then David said, “LORD God of Israel, Your servant has heard for certain that Saul is seeking to come to Keilah to destroy the city on my account. NASB 1995 Then David said, “O LORD God of Israel, Your servant has heard for certain that Saul is seeking to come to Keilah to destroy the city on my account. NASB 1977 Then David said, “O LORD God of Israel, Thy servant has heard for certain that Saul is seeking to come to Keilah to destroy the city on my account. Legacy Standard Bible Then David said, “O Yahweh, the God of Israel, Your slave has heard for certain that Saul is seeking to come to Keilah to make the city a ruin on my account. Amplified Bible Then David said, “O LORD, the God of Israel, Your servant has heard for certain that Saul intends to come to Keilah, to destroy the city on my account. Christian Standard Bible Then David said, “LORD God of Israel, your servant has reliable information that Saul intends to come to Keilah and destroy the town because of me. Holman Christian Standard Bible Then David said, “ LORD God of Israel, Your servant has heard that Saul intends to come to Keilah and destroy the town because of me. American Standard Version Then said David, O Jehovah, the God of Israel, thy servant hath surely heard that Saul seeketh to come to Keilah, to destroy the city for my sake. Contemporary English Version David prayed, "LORD God of Israel, I was told that Saul is planning to come here. What should I do? Suppose he threatens to destroy the town because of me. English Revised Version Then said David, O LORD, the God of Israel, thy servant hath surely heard that Saul seeketh to come to Keilah, to destroy the city for my sake. GOD'S WORD® Translation Then David said, "LORD God of Israel, I have actually heard that Saul is going to come to Keilah and destroy the city on account of me. Good News Translation Then David said, "LORD, God of Israel, I have heard that Saul is planning to come to Keilah and destroy it on account of me, your servant. International Standard Version David said, "LORD God of Israel. Your servant has definitely heard that Saul intends to come to Keilah to destroy the town because of me. Majority Standard Bible And David said, ?O LORD, God of Israel, Your servant has heard that Saul intends to come to Keilah and destroy the city on my account. NET Bible Then David said, "O LORD God of Israel, your servant has clearly heard that Saul is planning to come to Keilah to destroy the city because of me. New Heart English Bible Then David said, "LORD, God of Israel, your servant has surely heard that Saul seeks to come to Keilah, to destroy the city for my sake. Webster's Bible Translation Then said David, O LORD God of Israel, thy servant hath certainly heard that Saul seeketh to come to Keilah, to destroy the city for my sake. World English Bible Then David said, “O Yahweh, the God of Israel, your servant has surely heard that Saul seeks to come to Keilah to destroy the city for my sake. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd David says, “YHWH, God of Israel, Your servant has certainly heard that Saul is seeking to come to Keilah, to destroy the city on my account. Young's Literal Translation And David saith, 'Jehovah, God of Israel, Thy servant hath certainly heard that Saul is seeking to come in unto Keilah, to destroy the city on mine account. Smith's Literal Translation And David will say, Jehovah God of Israel, hearing, thy servant heard that Saul is seeking to come to Keilah to destroy the city on account of me. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd David said: O Lord God of Israel, thy servant hath heard a report, that Saul designeth to come to Ceila, to destroy the city for my sake: Catholic Public Domain Version And David said: “O Lord God of Israel, your servant has heard a report that Saul is planning to go to Keilah, so that he may overturn the city because of me. New American Bible “LORD God of Israel,” David prayed, “your servant has heard that Saul plans to come to Keilah, to destroy the city on my account. New Revised Standard Version David said, “O LORD, the God of Israel, your servant has heard that Saul seeks to come to Keilah, to destroy the city on my account. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen David said, O LORD God of Israel, thy servant has heard for certain that Saul seeks to come to Keilah to destroy the city on my account. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And David said: “LORD JEHOVAH, God of Israel, your Servant has heard that Shaul seeks to come to Qayla to destroy the city because of me OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Then said David: 'O LORD, the God of Israel, Thy servant hath surely heard that Saul seeketh to come to Keilah, to destroy the city for my sake. Brenton Septuagint Translation And David said, Lord God of Israel, thy servant has indeed heard, that Saul seeks to come against Keila to destroy the city on my account. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Saul Pursues David…9When David learned that Saul was plotting evil against him, he said to Abiathar the priest, “Bring the ephod.” 10And David said, “O LORD, God of Israel, Your servant has heard that Saul intends to come to Keilah and destroy the city on my account. 11Will the citizens of Keilah surrender me into his hand? Will Saul come down, as Your servant has heard? O LORD, God of Israel, please tell Your servant.” “He will,” said the LORD.… Cross References Psalm 31:4 You free me from the net laid out for me, for You are my refuge. Psalm 54:1-3 For the choirmaster. With stringed instruments. A Maskil of David. When the Ziphites went to Saul and said, “Is David not hiding among us?” Save me, O God, by Your name, and vindicate me by Your might! / Hear my prayer, O God; listen to the words of my mouth. / For strangers rise up against me, and ruthless men seek my life—men with no regard for God. Selah Psalm 142:1-3 A Maskil of David, when he was in the cave. A prayer. I cry aloud to the LORD; I lift my voice to the LORD for mercy. / I pour out my complaint before Him; I reveal my trouble to Him. / Although my spirit grows faint within me, You know my way. Along the path I travel they have hidden a snare for me. Psalm 18:6 In my distress I called upon the LORD; I cried to my God for help. From His temple He heard my voice, and my cry for His help reached His ears. Psalm 34:4 I sought the LORD, and He answered me; He delivered me from all my fears. Psalm 56:9 Then my enemies will retreat on the day I cry for help. By this I will know that God is on my side. Psalm 57:1-3 For the choirmaster. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” A Miktam of David, when he fled from Saul into the cave. Have mercy on me, O God, have mercy, for in You my soul takes refuge. In the shadow of Your wings I will take shelter until the danger has passed. / I cry out to God Most High, to God who fulfills His purpose for me. / He reaches down from heaven and saves me; He rebukes those who trample me. Selah God sends forth His loving devotion and His truth. Psalm 59:1-2 For the choirmaster. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” A Miktam of David, when Saul sent men to watch David’s house in order to kill him. Deliver me from my enemies, O my God; protect me from those who rise against me. / Deliver me from workers of iniquity, and save me from men of bloodshed. Psalm 61:1-2 For the choirmaster. With stringed instruments. Of David. Hear my cry, O God; attend to my prayer. / From the ends of the earth I call out to You whenever my heart is faint. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I. Psalm 86:7 In the day of my distress I call on You, because You answer me. Psalm 91:15 When he calls out to Me, I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble. I will deliver him and honor him. Psalm 116:4 Then I called on the name of the LORD: “O LORD, deliver my soul!” Psalm 120:1 A song of ascents. In my distress I cried to the LORD, and He answered me. Matthew 7:7-8 Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. / For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened. Matthew 26:39 Going a little farther, He fell facedown and prayed, “My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass from Me. Yet not as I will, but as You will.” Treasury of Scripture Then said David, O LORD God of Israel, your servant has certainly heard that Saul seeks to come to Keilah, to destroy the city for my sake. destroy the city 1 Samuel 23:8 And Saul called all the people together to war, to go down to Keilah, to besiege David and his men. 1 Samuel 22:19 And Nob, the city of the priests, smote he with the edge of the sword, both men and women, children and sucklings, and oxen, and asses, and sheep, with the edge of the sword. Genesis 18:24 Peradventure there be fifty righteous within the city: wilt thou also destroy and not spare the place for the fifty righteous that are therein? Jump to Previous Account City David Definitely Destroy Destruction Heard Israel Keilah Kei'lah News Plans Purpose Sake Saul Saul's Seeketh Seeking Seeks Servant SurelyJump to Next Account City David Definitely Destroy Destruction Heard Israel Keilah Kei'lah News Plans Purpose Sake Saul Saul's Seeketh Seeking Seeks Servant Surely1 Samuel 23 1. David, enquiring of the Lord by Abiathar, rescues Keilah7. God showing him the coming of Saul, and the treachery of the Keilites, 13. he escapes from Keilah 14. In Ziph Jonathan comes and comforts him 19. The Ziphites discover him to Saul 25. At Maon he is rescued from Saul by the invasion of the Philistines 29. He dwells at En Gedi And David said, David, the anointed future king of Israel, often sought guidance from God during his trials. This reflects his dependence on divine wisdom rather than solely on his own understanding, a theme consistent throughout his life (see 1 Samuel 30:8). “O LORD, God of Israel, Your servant has heard that Saul intends to come to Keilah and destroy the city on my account. Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe anointed future king of Israel, currently fleeing from King Saul. David is a man after God's own heart, seeking divine guidance in his decisions. 2. Saul The current king of Israel, who is pursuing David out of jealousy and fear of losing his throne. Saul's actions are driven by paranoia and a desire to maintain power. 3. Keilah A city in Judah that David had just saved from the Philistines. It becomes a focal point of David's concern as he seeks God's guidance on whether Saul will attack it because of him. 4. The LORD, God of Israel The covenant God of Israel, whom David seeks for guidance and protection. David's relationship with God is central to his leadership and decision-making. 5. The Philistines A recurring enemy of Israel, whose attack on Keilah prompted David to intervene and save the city, demonstrating his role as a protector of Israel. Teaching Points Seeking Divine GuidanceDavid's inquiry of the Lord highlights the importance of seeking God's will in our decisions, especially in times of uncertainty and danger. Trust in God's Sovereignty Despite the threat from Saul, David trusts in God's plan and protection, reminding us to rely on God's sovereignty over our circumstances. Courage in Leadership David's willingness to protect Keilah despite personal risk demonstrates the courage and responsibility of godly leadership. Intercession for Others David's concern for Keilah shows the importance of interceding for others, even when it may bring personal risk or sacrifice. Faith in Action David's actions are a testament to living out one's faith through decisive and courageous actions, trusting in God's guidance and protection. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew And Davidדָּוִד֒ (dā·wiḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse said, וַיֹּאמֶר֮ (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “O LORD, יְהוָה֙ (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel God אֱלֹהֵ֣י (’ĕ·lō·hê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative of Israel, יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל (yiś·rā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc Your servant עַבְדְּךָ֔ (‘aḇ·də·ḵā) Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 5650: Slave, servant has heard שָׁמֹ֤עַ (šā·mō·a‘) Verb - Qal - Infinitive absolute Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently that כִּֽי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction Saul שָׁא֖וּל (šā·’ūl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 7586: Saul -- first king of Israel, also an Edomite and two Israelites intends מְבַקֵּ֥שׁ (mə·ḇaq·qêš) Verb - Piel - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 1245: To search out, to strive after to come לָב֣וֹא (lā·ḇō·w) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go to אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to Keilah קְעִילָ֑ה (qə·‘î·lāh) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 7084: Keilah -- a city in Judah and destroy לְשַׁחֵ֥ת (lə·ša·ḥêṯ) Preposition-l | Verb - Piel - Infinitive construct Strong's 7843: Perhaps to go to ruin the city לָעִ֖יר (lā·‘îr) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 5892: Excitement on my account. בַּעֲבוּרִֽי׃ (ba·‘ă·ḇū·rî) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 5668: Crossed, transit, on account of, in order that Links 1 Samuel 23:10 NIV1 Samuel 23:10 NLT 1 Samuel 23:10 ESV 1 Samuel 23:10 NASB 1 Samuel 23:10 KJV 1 Samuel 23:10 BibleApps.com 1 Samuel 23:10 Biblia Paralela 1 Samuel 23:10 Chinese Bible 1 Samuel 23:10 French Bible 1 Samuel 23:10 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Samuel 23:10 Then said David O Yahweh the God (1Sa iSam 1 Sam i sa) |
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