Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version So Saul went down to the Desert of Ziph, with his three thousand select Israelite troops, to search there for David. New Living Translation So Saul took 3,000 of Israel’s elite troops and went to hunt him down in the wilderness of Ziph. English Standard Version So Saul arose and went down to the wilderness of Ziph with three thousand chosen men of Israel to seek David in the wilderness of Ziph. Berean Standard Bible So Saul, accompanied by three thousand chosen men of Israel, went down to the Wilderness of Ziph to search for David there. King James Bible Then Saul arose, and went down to the wilderness of Ziph, having three thousand chosen men of Israel with him, to seek David in the wilderness of Ziph. New King James Version Then Saul arose and went down to the Wilderness of Ziph, having three thousand chosen men of Israel with him, to seek David in the Wilderness of Ziph. New American Standard Bible So Saul set out and went down to the wilderness of Ziph, taking with him three thousand chosen men of Israel, to search for David in the wilderness of Ziph. NASB 1995 So Saul arose and went down to the wilderness of Ziph, having with him three thousand chosen men of Israel, to search for David in the wilderness of Ziph. NASB 1977 So Saul arose and went down to the wilderness of Ziph, having with him three thousand chosen men of Israel, to search for David in the wilderness of Ziph. Legacy Standard Bible So Saul arose and went down to the wilderness of Ziph, having with him three thousand chosen men of Israel, to search for David in the wilderness of Ziph. Amplified Bible So Saul arose and went down to the Wilderness of Ziph, taking with him three thousand chosen men of Israel, to search for David [there] in the wilderness of Ziph. Christian Standard Bible So Saul, accompanied by three thousand of the fit young men of Israel, went immediately to the Wilderness of Ziph to search for David there. Holman Christian Standard Bible So Saul, accompanied by 3,000 of the choice men of Israel, went to the Wilderness of Ziph to search for David there. American Standard Version Then Saul arose, and went down to the wilderness of Ziph, having three thousand chosen men of Israel with him, to seek David in the wilderness of Ziph. Contemporary English Version Saul took 3,000 of Israel's best soldiers and went to look for David there in Ziph Desert. English Revised Version Then Saul arose, and went down to the wilderness of Ziph, having three thousand chosen men of Israel with him, to seek David in the wilderness of Ziph. GOD'S WORD® Translation Saul went to the desert of Ziph, taking with him 3,000 of Israel's best-trained men to search for David. Good News Translation Saul went at once with three thousand of the best soldiers in Israel to the wilderness of Ziph to look for David, International Standard Version So Saul rose and went down with 3,000 select men of Israel to the Wilderness of Ziph, to look for David in the Wilderness of Ziph. Majority Standard Bible So Saul, accompanied by three thousand chosen men of Israel, went down to the Wilderness of Ziph to search for David there. NET Bible So Saul arose and went down to the desert of Ziph, accompanied by three thousand select men of Israel, to look for David in the desert of Ziph. New Heart English Bible Then Saul arose, and went down to the wilderness of Ziph, having three thousand chosen men of Israel with him, to seek David in the wilderness of Ziph. Webster's Bible Translation Then Saul arose, and went down to the wilderness of Ziph, having three thousand chosen men of Israel with him, to seek David in the wilderness of Ziph. World English Bible Then Saul arose and went down to the wilderness of Ziph, having three thousand chosen men of Israel with him, to seek David in the wilderness of Ziph. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Saul rises, and goes down to the wilderness of Ziph, and with him [are] three thousand men, chosen ones of Israel, to seek David in the wilderness of Ziph. Young's Literal Translation And Saul riseth, and goeth down unto the wilderness of Ziph, and with him three thousand men, chosen ones of Israel, to seek David in the wilderness of Ziph. Smith's Literal Translation And Saul will rise and go down to the desert of Ziph, and with him three thousand men the chosen of Israel, to seek out David in the desert of Ziph. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Saul arose, and went down to the wilderness of Ziph, having with him three thousand chosen men of Israel, to seek David in the wilderness of Ziph. Catholic Public Domain Version And Saul rose up, and he descended into the desert of Ziph, and with him three thousand elect men of Israel, so that he might seek David in the desert of Ziph. New American Bible So Saul went down to the wilderness of Ziph with three thousand of the best warriors of Israel, to search for David in the wilderness of Ziph. New Revised Standard Version So Saul rose and went down to the Wilderness of Ziph, with three thousand chosen men of Israel, to seek David in the Wilderness of Ziph. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen Saul arose and went down to the wilderness of Ziph, having three thousand chosen men of Israel with him, to seek David in the wilderness of Ziph. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Shaul stood and came down to the wilderness of Ziph, and with him three thousand choice men of Israel to inquire of David in the wilderness of Ziph OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Then Saul arose, and went down to the wilderness of Ziph, having three thousand chosen men of Israel with him, to seek David in the wilderness of Ziph. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Saul arose, and went down to the wilderness of Ziph, and with him went three thousand men chosen out of Israel, to seek David in the wilderness of Ziph. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context David Again Spares Saul1Then the Ziphites came to Saul at Gibeah and said, “Is not David hiding on the hill of Hachilah, opposite Jeshimon?” 2 So Saul, accompanied by three thousand chosen men of Israel, went down to the Wilderness of Ziph to search for David there. 3Saul camped beside the road at the hill of Hachilah opposite Jeshimon, but David was living in the wilderness. When he realized that Saul had followed him there,… Cross References 1 Samuel 24:2 So Saul took three thousand chosen men from all Israel and went to look for David and his men in the region of the Rocks of the Wild Goats. 1 Samuel 23:19-20 Then the Ziphites came up to Saul at Gibeah and said, “Is not David hiding among us in the strongholds at Horesh, on the hill of Hachilah south of Jeshimon? / Now, O king, come down whenever your soul desires, and we will be responsible for delivering him into your hand.” 1 Samuel 18:11 and he hurled it, thinking, “I will pin David to the wall.” But David eluded him twice. 1 Samuel 19:1 Then Saul ordered his son Jonathan and all his servants to kill David. But Jonathan delighted greatly in David, 1 Samuel 23:14 And David stayed in the wilderness strongholds and in the hill country of the Wilderness of Ziph. Day after day Saul searched for him, but God would not deliver David into his hand. 1 Samuel 22:8 Is that why all of you have conspired against me? Not one of you told me that my own son had made a covenant with the son of Jesse. Not one of you has shown concern for me or revealed to me that my son has stirred up my own servant to lie in wait against me, as is the case today.” 1 Samuel 20:31 For as long as the son of Jesse lives on this earth, neither you nor your kingdom shall be established. Now send for him and bring him to me, for he must surely die!” 1 Samuel 19:11 Then Saul sent messengers to David’s house to watch him and kill him in the morning. But David’s wife Michal warned him, “If you do not run for your life tonight, tomorrow you will be dead!” 1 Samuel 23:25 and Saul and his men went to seek him. When David was told about it, he went down to the rock and stayed in the Wilderness of Maon. And when Saul heard of this, he pursued David there. 1 Samuel 18:29 he grew even more afraid of David. So from then on Saul was David’s enemy. 1 Samuel 19:10 Saul tried to pin him to the wall with his spear. But David eluded him and the spear struck the wall. And David fled and escaped that night. 1 Samuel 23:7-8 When Saul was told that David had gone to Keilah, he said, “God has delivered him into my hand, for he has trapped himself by entering a town with gates and bars.” / Then Saul summoned all his troops to go to war at Keilah and besiege David and his men. 1 Samuel 22:13 And Saul asked him, “Why have you and the son of Jesse conspired against me? You gave him bread and a sword and inquired of God for him so that he could rise up against me to lie in wait, as he is doing today.” 1 Samuel 24:11 See, my father, look at the corner of your robe in my hand. For I cut it off, but I did not kill you. Know and see that there is no evil or rebellion in my hands. I have not sinned against you, even though you are hunting me down to take my life. 1 Samuel 25:29 And should someone pursue you and seek your life, then the life of my lord will be bound securely by the LORD your God in the bundle of the living. But He shall fling away the lives of your enemies like stones from a sling. Treasury of Scripture Then Saul arose, and went down to the wilderness of Ziph, having three thousand chosen men of Israel with him, to seek David in the wilderness of Ziph. Saul arose 1 Samuel 23:23-25 See therefore, and take knowledge of all the lurking places where he hideth himself, and come ye again to me with the certainty, and I will go with you: and it shall come to pass, if he be in the land, that I will search him out throughout all the thousands of Judah… 1 Samuel 24:17 And he said to David, Thou art more righteous than I: for thou hast rewarded me good, whereas I have rewarded thee evil. Psalm 38:12 They also that seek after my life lay snares for me: and they that seek my hurt speak mischievous things, and imagine deceits all the day long. three thousand 1 Samuel 24:2 Then Saul took three thousand chosen men out of all Israel, and went to seek David and his men upon the rocks of the wild goats. Jump to Previous Best Chosen David Desert Israel Ones Riseth Saul Search Seek Thousand Three Waste Wilderness ZiphJump to Next Best Chosen David Desert Israel Ones Riseth Saul Search Seek Thousand Three Waste Wilderness Ziph1 Samuel 26 1. Saul, by the discovery of the Ziphites, comes to Hachilah against David4. David coming into the trench keeps Abishai from killing Saul, 11. but takes his spear and jug 13. David reproves Abner 17. and exhorts Saul 21. Saul acknowledges his sin So Saul, accompanied by three thousand chosen men of Israel This phrase highlights Saul's determination and the resources he was willing to commit to capturing David. The "three thousand chosen men" indicates a select group of elite soldiers, suggesting the seriousness of Saul's pursuit. This mirrors earlier instances where Saul mobilized significant forces against perceived threats, such as in 1 Samuel 13:2. The number "three thousand" is significant, as it often represents a complete and formidable force in biblical narratives. This pursuit reflects Saul's ongoing jealousy and fear of David, who was anointed by Samuel to be the next king of Israel (1 Samuel 16:13). Saul's actions can be seen as a desperate attempt to maintain his kingship, despite God's rejection of him (1 Samuel 15:26-28). went down to the Wilderness of Ziph to search for David there Persons / Places / Events 1. SaulThe first king of Israel, anointed by Samuel. At this point in the account, Saul is pursuing David out of jealousy and fear of losing his throne. 2. David The future king of Israel, anointed by Samuel, who is being pursued by Saul. David is known for his faithfulness to God and his refusal to harm Saul, despite being pursued. 3. Wilderness of Ziph A desert area in the southern part of Judah. It serves as a refuge for David as he evades Saul's attempts to capture him. 4. Three Thousand Chosen Men of Israel A select group of soldiers chosen by Saul to pursue David, indicating the seriousness of Saul's intent to capture him. 5. The Pursuit This event is part of a larger account where Saul repeatedly seeks to kill David, who is seen as a threat to his kingship. Teaching Points Respect for AuthorityDavid's refusal to harm Saul, despite being pursued, teaches us the importance of respecting those in authority, even when they are unjust. Trust in God's Timing David's patience and trust in God's plan remind us to wait on God's timing rather than taking matters into our own hands. Faith in Adversity David's faith during his trials in the wilderness encourages us to rely on God during our own difficult times. The Danger of Jealousy Saul's pursuit of David is a cautionary tale about how jealousy can lead to destructive behavior. God's Protection The account highlights God's protection over David, reassuring us of His presence and protection in our lives.(2) Then Saul arose, and went down to the wilderness of Ziph.--We assume, then, that after the marriage of David with Abigail he and his armed band returned again to his old neighbourhood in the south--in the desert of Judah--the district named after the Hill of Hachilah being, no doubt, in all respects well adapted for the permanent encampment of such a large band as David's now most certainly was. David, who had been forced on a previous occasion to leave it on account of the hot pursuit of Saul, aided by the Ziphites, who knew the country and its resources so well, probably now supposed, after the protestation of Saul at En-gedi, that he would now at least be left in peace. But he forgot with whom he had to do--forgot the state of mind of his determined foe, and how likely it was that the old mania would return with redoubled force. The Ziphites, however, who knew Saul, and the feeling respecting David which existed at the court of Saul, repeated their old tactics, and sent, as on a previous occasion, to suggest that with their help the obnoxious chieftain and his free lances could be destroyed. The temptation was too great to be resisted; so probably, with the advice of Abner, Saul took the field again. The 3,000 seem to have been the standing force which Saul kept round him in the Gibeah garrison. (See the first notice of this standing army in 1Samuel 13:2.)Verses 2-4. - Three thousand chosen men. Not chosen for this expedition, but the force which Saul always kept under arms (1 Samuel 13:2). By the way. The high road which led down to Arad. David abode in the wilderness. Hebrew, "abides." Instead of fleeing in haste as before, he remains apparently on the higher ground, as he speaks in ver. 6 of going down to Saul's camp. And he saw. I.e. learned, was told. It was only when his scouts brought him their report that he knew that Saul was come in very deed, or "for a certainty" (see 1 Samuel 23:23). Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew So Saul,שָׁא֗וּל (šā·’ūl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 7586: Saul -- first king of Israel, also an Edomite and two Israelites accompanied by וְאִתּ֛וֹ (wə·’it·tōw) Conjunctive waw | Preposition | third person masculine singular Strong's 854: Nearness, near, with, by, at, among three שְׁלֹֽשֶׁת־ (šə·lō·šeṯ-) Number - masculine singular construct Strong's 7969: Three, third, thrice thousand אֲלָפִ֥ים (’ă·lā·p̄îm) Number - masculine plural Strong's 505: A thousand choice men אִ֖ישׁ (’îš) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person of Israel, יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל (yiś·rā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc went down וַיֵּ֙רֶד֙ (way·yê·reḏ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3381: To come or go down, descend to אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to the Wilderness מִדְבַּר־ (miḏ·bar-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4057: A pasture, a desert, speech of Ziph זִ֔יף (zîp̄) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 2128: Ziph -- a son of Judah, also a city Southeast of Hebron and a city in southern Judah to search for לְבַקֵּ֥שׁ (lə·ḇaq·qêš) Preposition-l | Verb - Piel - Infinitive construct Strong's 1245: To search out, to strive after David דָּוִ֖ד (dā·wiḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse there. בְּמִדְבַּר־ (bə·miḏ·bar-) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4057: A pasture, a desert, speech Links 1 Samuel 26:2 NIV1 Samuel 26:2 NLT 1 Samuel 26:2 ESV 1 Samuel 26:2 NASB 1 Samuel 26:2 KJV 1 Samuel 26:2 BibleApps.com 1 Samuel 26:2 Biblia Paralela 1 Samuel 26:2 Chinese Bible 1 Samuel 26:2 French Bible 1 Samuel 26:2 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Samuel 26:2 Then Saul arose and went down (1Sa iSam 1 Sam i sa) |
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