Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version There Israel’s troops were routed by David’s men, and the casualties that day were great—twenty thousand men. New Living Translation and the Israelite troops were beaten back by David’s men. There was a great slaughter that day, and 20,000 men laid down their lives. English Standard Version And the men of Israel were defeated there by the servants of David, and the loss there was great on that day, twenty thousand men. Berean Standard Bible There the people of Israel were defeated by David’s servants, and the slaughter was great that day—twenty thousand men. King James Bible Where the people of Israel were slain before the servants of David, and there was there a great slaughter that day of twenty thousand men. New King James Version The people of Israel were overthrown there before the servants of David, and a great slaughter of twenty thousand took place there that day. New American Standard Bible The people of Israel were defeated there by the servants of David, and the slaughter there that day was great, twenty thousand men. NASB 1995 The people of Israel were defeated there before the servants of David, and the slaughter there that day was great, 20,000 men. NASB 1977 And the people of Israel were defeated there before the servants of David, and the slaughter there that day was great, 20,000 men. Legacy Standard Bible And the people of Israel were defeated there before the servants of David, and the slaughter there that day was great, 20,000 men. Amplified Bible The men of Israel [who supported Absalom] were defeated there by the men of David, and a great slaughter took place there that day, 20,000 men. Christian Standard Bible Israel’s army was defeated by David’s soldiers, and the slaughter there was vast that day—twenty thousand dead. Holman Christian Standard Bible The people of Israel were defeated by David’s soldiers, and the slaughter there was vast that day—20,000 casualties. American Standard Version And the people of Israel were smitten there before the servants of David, and there was a great slaughter there that day of twenty thousand men. English Revised Version And the people of Israel were smitten there before the servants of David, and there was a great slaughter there that day of twenty thousand men. GOD'S WORD® Translation There David's men defeated Israel's army, and the massacre was sizable that day-20,000 men. Good News Translation The Israelites were defeated by David's men; it was a terrible defeat, with twenty thousand men killed that day. International Standard Version where David's army of servants defeated the Israelis. Many died that day—20,000 men. Majority Standard Bible There the people of Israel were defeated by David?s servants, and the slaughter was great that day?twenty thousand men. NET Bible The army of Israel was defeated there by David's men. The slaughter there was great that day--20,000 soldiers were killed. New Heart English Bible And the people of Israel were struck there before the servants of David, and a great slaughter took place that day of twenty thousand men. Webster's Bible Translation Where the people of Israel were slain before the servants of David, and there was there a great slaughter that day of twenty thousand men. World English Bible The people of Israel were struck there before David’s servants, and there was a great slaughter there that day of twenty thousand men. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand the people of Israel are struck there before the servants of David, and the striking there is great on that day—twenty thousand; Young's Literal Translation and smitten there are the people of Israel before the servants of David, and the smiting there is great on that day -- twenty thousand; Smith's Literal Translation And there the people of Israel will be struck before David's servants, and a great slaughter will be in that day of twenty thousand. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the people of Israel were defeated there by David's army, and a great slaughter was made that day of twenty thousand men. Catholic Public Domain Version And the people of Israel were cut down in that place by the army of David. And a great slaughter occurred on that day: twenty thousand men. New American Bible The forces of Israel were defeated by David’s servants, and the casualties there that day were heavy—twenty thousand men. New Revised Standard Version The men of Israel were defeated there by the servants of David, and the slaughter there was great on that day, twenty thousand men. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd there was a battle, and the people of Israel were defeated there before the servants of David, and there was a great slaughter on that day of twenty thousand men. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the people of Israel was battling before the Servants of David, and there was a great slaughter of twenty thousand OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the people of Israel were smitten there before the servants of David, and there was a great slaughter there that day of twenty thousand men. Brenton Septuagint Translation And the people of Israel fell down there before the servants of David, and there was a great slaughter in that day, even twenty thousand men. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Absalom Killed…6So David’s army marched into the field to engage Israel in the battle, which took place in the forest of Ephraim. 7There the people of Israel were defeated by David’s servants, and the slaughter was great that day— twenty thousand men. 8The battle spread over the whole countryside, and that day the forest devoured more people than the sword.… Cross References 1 Samuel 31:1-6 Now the Philistines fought against Israel, and the men of Israel fled before them, and many fell slain on Mount Gilboa. / The Philistines hotly pursued Saul and his sons, and they killed Saul’s sons Jonathan, Abinadab, and Malchishua. / When the battle intensified against Saul, the archers overtook him and wounded him critically. ... 2 Samuel 1:4 “What was the outcome?” David asked. “Please tell me.” “The troops fled from the battle,” he replied. “Many of them fell and died. And Saul and his son Jonathan are also dead.” 2 Samuel 17:14 Then Absalom and all the men of Israel said, “The advice of Hushai the Archite is better than that of Ahithophel.” For the LORD had purposed to thwart the good counsel of Ahithophel in order to bring disaster on Absalom. 2 Samuel 19:2 And that day’s victory was turned into mourning for all the people, because on that day they were told, “The king is grieving over his son.” Judges 20:35 The LORD defeated Benjamin in the presence of Israel, and on that day the Israelites slaughtered 25,100 Benjamites, all armed with swords. 1 Kings 22:29-36 So the king of Israel and Jehoshaphat king of Judah went up to Ramoth-gilead. / And the king of Israel said to Jehoshaphat, “I will disguise myself and go into battle, but you wear your royal robes.” So the king of Israel disguised himself and went into battle. / Now the king of Aram had ordered his thirty-two chariot commanders, “Do not fight with anyone, small or great, except the king of Israel.” ... 2 Chronicles 13:17 Then Abijah and his people struck them with a mighty blow, and 500,000 chosen men of Israel fell slain. Isaiah 10:4 Nothing will remain but to crouch among the captives or fall among the slain. Despite all this, His anger is not turned away; His hand is still upraised. Jeremiah 46:10 For that day belongs to the Lord GOD of Hosts, a day of vengeance against His foes. The sword will devour until it is satisfied, until it is quenched with their blood. For the Lord GOD of Hosts will hold a sacrifice in the land of the north by the River Euphrates. Ezekiel 30:4 A sword will come against Egypt, and there will be anguish in Cush when the slain fall in Egypt, its wealth is taken away, and its foundations are torn down. Matthew 24:21 For at that time there will be great tribulation, unseen from the beginning of the world until now, and never to be seen again. Luke 21:22-24 For these are the days of vengeance, to fulfill all that is written. / How miserable those days will be for pregnant and nursing mothers! For there will be great distress upon the land and wrath against this people. / They will fall by the edge of the sword and be led captive into all the nations. And Jerusalem will be trodden down by the Gentiles, until the times of the Gentiles are fulfilled. John 11:50 You do not realize that it is better for you that one man die for the people than that the whole nation perish.” Acts 5:36-37 Some time ago Theudas rose up, claiming to be somebody, and about four hundred men joined him. He was killed, all his followers were dispersed, and it all came to nothing. / After him, Judas the Galilean appeared in the days of the census and drew away people after him. He too perished, and all his followers were scattered. Romans 11:22 Take notice, therefore, of the kindness and severity of God: severity to those who fell, but kindness to you, if you continue in His kindness. Otherwise you also will be cut off. Treasury of Scripture Where the people of Israel were slain before the servants of David, and there was there a great slaughter that day of twenty thousand men. the people 2 Samuel 2:17 And there was a very sore battle that day; and Abner was beaten, and the men of Israel, before the servants of David. 2 Samuel 15:6 And on this manner did Absalom to all Israel that came to the king for judgment: so Absalom stole the hearts of the men of Israel. 2 Samuel 19:41-43 And, behold, all the men of Israel came to the king, and said unto the king, Why have our brethren the men of Judah stolen thee away, and have brought the king, and his household, and all David's men with him, over Jordan? … a great Proverbs 11:21 Though hand join in hand, the wicked shall not be unpunished: but the seed of the righteous shall be delivered. Proverbs 24:21 My son, fear thou the LORD and the king: and meddle not with them that are given to change: twenty thousand 2 Samuel 2:26,31 Then Abner called to Joab, and said, Shall the sword devour for ever? knowest thou not that it will be bitterness in the latter end? how long shall it be then, ere thou bid the people return from following their brethren? … 2 Chronicles 13:16,17 And the children of Israel fled before Judah: and God delivered them into their hand… 2 Chronicles 28:6 For Pekah the son of Remaliah slew in Judah an hundred and twenty thousand in one day, which were all valiant men; because they had forsaken the LORD God of their fathers. Jump to Previous Army Casualties David David's Defeated Destruction Great Israel Overcome Servants Slain Slaughter Smiting Smitten Struck Sword Thousand TwentyJump to Next Army Casualties David David's Defeated Destruction Great Israel Overcome Servants Slain Slaughter Smiting Smitten Struck Sword Thousand Twenty2 Samuel 18 1. David viewing the armies in their march gives them charge of Absalom6. The Israelites are sorely smitten in the wood of ephraim 9. Absalom, hanging in an oak is slain by Joab, and cast into a pit 18. Absalom's place 19. Ahimaaz and Cushi bring tidings to David 33. David mourns for Absalom There the people of Israel were defeated by David’s servants This phrase refers to the battle in the forest of Ephraim, where the forces loyal to Absalom, David's son, were defeated by David's army. The "people of Israel" here indicates the factions that supported Absalom's rebellion against his father, King David. This internal conflict highlights the division within the nation of Israel during this period. David's "servants" refers to his loyal military forces, led by commanders such as Joab, Abishai, and Ittai. This victory underscores God's continued favor upon David, despite his personal failings, and fulfills the prophecy of Nathan that the sword would not depart from David's house (2 Samuel 12:10). The defeat of Absalom's forces can be seen as a divine intervention to restore the rightful king, David, to his throne. and the slaughter was great that day—twenty thousand men Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe King of Israel, anointed by God, who is leading his forces against the rebellion led by his son Absalom. 2. Absalom David's son, who has declared himself king and is leading a rebellion against his father. 3. David’s Servants The loyal soldiers and commanders who remain faithful to David and fight on his behalf. 4. The People of Israel Refers to the forces aligned with Absalom in the civil conflict against David. 5. The Battle A significant conflict in the forest of Ephraim where David's forces achieve a decisive victory over Absalom's army. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty in ConflictDespite the chaos of civil war, God’s sovereign plan prevails. Believers can trust that God is in control, even in the midst of personal or communal conflict. The Consequences of Rebellion Absalom’s rebellion against God’s anointed king leads to great loss. This serves as a warning against rebelling against God’s established order and authority. Loyalty and Faithfulness David’s servants exemplify loyalty and faithfulness. Christians are called to remain faithful to God and His appointed leaders, even when it is challenging. The Cost of Sin The great slaughter of twenty thousand men highlights the devastating cost of sin and rebellion. It serves as a reminder of the importance of repentance and seeking God’s forgiveness.(7) Twenty Thousand.--This number seems large, but we really know nothing of the size of the forces engaged on either side; and if the phrase "that day" be taken, as often, with sufficient latitude to include the whole campaign of which this battle was the culmination, there is nothing surprising in the destruction of 20,000 men. Of the human causes of the victory nothing is told. We may assume that the advantage of thorough military organisation and generalship was on David's side; but, in addition to this, was the vast power of the right, the prestige of law and authority. Hebrew Thereשָׁם֙ (šām) Adverb Strong's 8033: There, then, thither the people עַ֣ם (‘am) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock of Israel יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל (yiś·rā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc were defeated וַיִּנָּ֤גְפוּ (way·yin·nā·ḡə·p̄ū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 5062: To push, gore, defeat, stub, inflict by לִפְנֵ֖י (lip̄·nê) Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct Strong's 6440: The face David’s דָוִ֑ד (ḏā·wiḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse servants, עַבְדֵ֣י (‘aḇ·ḏê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 5650: Slave, servant and the slaughter הַמַּגֵּפָ֧ה (ham·mag·gê·p̄āh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4046: A blow, slaughter, plague, pestilence was וַתְּהִי־ (wat·tə·hî-) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be great גְדוֹלָ֛ה (ḡə·ḏō·w·lāh) Adjective - feminine singular Strong's 1419: Great, older, insolent that הַה֖וּא (ha·hū) Article | Pronoun - third person masculine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are day— בַּיּ֥וֹם (bay·yō·wm) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3117: A day twenty עֶשְׂרִ֥ים (‘eś·rîm) Number - common plural Strong's 6242: Twenty, twentieth thousand [men]. אָֽלֶף׃ (’ā·lep̄) Number - masculine singular Strong's 505: A thousand Links 2 Samuel 18:7 NIV2 Samuel 18:7 NLT 2 Samuel 18:7 ESV 2 Samuel 18:7 NASB 2 Samuel 18:7 KJV 2 Samuel 18:7 BibleApps.com 2 Samuel 18:7 Biblia Paralela 2 Samuel 18:7 Chinese Bible 2 Samuel 18:7 French Bible 2 Samuel 18:7 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Samuel 18:7 The people of Israel were struck there (2Sa iiSam 2 Sam ii sam) |
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