Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version but Eleazar stood his ground and struck down the Philistines till his hand grew tired and froze to the sword. The LORD brought about a great victory that day. The troops returned to Eleazar, but only to strip the dead. New Living Translation He killed Philistines until his hand was too tired to lift his sword, and the LORD gave him a great victory that day. The rest of the army did not return until it was time to collect the plunder! English Standard Version He rose and struck down the Philistines until his hand was weary, and his hand clung to the sword. And the LORD brought about a great victory that day, and the men returned after him only to strip the slain. Berean Standard Bible but Eleazar stood his ground and struck the Philistines until his hand grew weary and stuck to his sword. The LORD brought about a great victory that day. Then the troops returned to him, but only to plunder the dead. King James Bible He arose, and smote the Philistines until his hand was weary, and his hand clave unto the sword: and the LORD wrought a great victory that day; and the people returned after him only to spoil. New King James Version He arose and attacked the Philistines until his hand was weary, and his hand stuck to the sword. The LORD brought about a great victory that day; and the people returned after him only to plunder. New American Standard Bible He rose up and struck the Philistines until his hand was weary and it clung to the sword, and the LORD brought about a great victory that day; and the people returned after him only to plunder the dead. NASB 1995 He arose and struck the Philistines until his hand was weary and clung to the sword, and the LORD brought about a great victory that day; and the people returned after him only to strip the slain. NASB 1977 He arose and struck the Philistines until his hand was weary and clung to the sword, and the LORD brought about a great victory that day; and the people returned after him only to strip the slain. Legacy Standard Bible He arose and struck the Philistines until his hand was weary and clung to the sword, and Yahweh brought about a great salvation that day; and the people returned after him only to strip the slain. Amplified Bible Eleazar stood up and struck down the Philistines until his hand was weary and clung to the sword. The LORD brought about a great victory that day; the people returned after him only to take the spoil [of the slain]. Christian Standard Bible but Eleazar stood his ground and attacked the Philistines until his hand was tired and stuck to his sword. The LORD brought about a great victory that day. Then the troops came back to him, but only to plunder the dead. Holman Christian Standard Bible but Eleazar stood his ground and attacked the Philistines until his hand was tired and stuck to his sword. The LORD brought about a great victory that day. Then the troops came back to him, but only to plunder the dead. American Standard Version He arose, and smote the Philistines until his hand was weary, and his hand clave unto the sword; and Jehovah wrought a great victory that day; and the people returned after him only to take spoil. Contemporary English Version except Eleazar. He killed Philistines until his hand was cramped, and he couldn't let go of his sword. When Eleazar finished, all the Israelite troops had to do was come back and take the enemies' weapons and armor. The LORD gave Israel a great victory that day. English Revised Version He arose, and smote the Philistines until his hand was weary, and his hand clave unto the sword: and the LORD wrought a great victory that day; and the people returned after him only to spoil. GOD'S WORD® Translation he attacked and killed Philistines until his hand got tired and stuck to his sword. So the LORD won an impressive victory that day. The army returned to Eleazar, but they only returned to strip the dead. Good News Translation but he stood his ground and fought the Philistines until his hand was so cramped that he could not let go of his sword. The LORD won a great victory that day. After it was over, the Israelites returned to where Eleazar was and stripped the armor from the dead. International Standard Version but Eleazar remained standing right where he was and fought so hard against the Philistines that he became exhausted—he couldn't even let go of his sword! The LORD magnificently delivered them that day. After Eleazar had won the battle, the other soldiers returned, but only to strip the weapons and armor from the dead. NET Bible he stood his ground and fought the Philistines until his hand grew so tired that it seemed stuck to his sword. The LORD gave a great victory on that day. When the army returned to him, the only thing left to do was to plunder the corpses. New Heart English Bible He arose, and struck the Philistines until his hand was weary, and his hand froze to the sword; and the LORD worked a great victory that day; and the people returned after him only to take spoil. Webster's Bible Translation He arose, and smote the Philistines until his hand was weary, and his hand adhered to the sword: and the LORD wrought a great victory that day; and the people returned after him only to plunder. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Biblebut Eleazar stood his ground and struck the Philistines until his hand grew weary and stuck to his sword. The LORD brought about a great victory that day. Then the troops returned to him, but only to plunder the dead. World English Bible He arose and struck the Philistines until his hand was weary, and his hand froze to the sword; and Yahweh worked a great victory that day; and the people returned after him only to take plunder. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionhe has arisen, and strikes among the Philistines until his hand has been weary, and his hand cleaves to the sword, and YHWH works a great salvation on that day, and the people turn back after him only to strip off. Young's Literal Translation he hath arisen, and smiteth among the Philistines till that his hand hath been weary, and his hand cleaveth unto the sword, and Jehovah worketh a great salvation on that day, and the people turn back after him only to strip off. Smith's Literal Translation He arose, and he will strike against the rovers till that his hand will be weary, and his hand will cleave to the sword: and Jehovah will do a great salvation in that day; and they sat down behind him only to strip off. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd when the men of Israel were gone away, he stood and smote the Philistines till his hand was weary, and grew stiff with the sword: and the Lord wrought a great victory that day: and the people that were fled away, returned to take spoils of them that were slain. Catholic Public Domain Version And when the men of Israel had gone up, he himself stood fast and struck down the Philistines, until his hand grew weak and stiff with the sword. And the Lord wrought a great salvation on that day. And the people who had fled returned to take up the spoils of the slain. New American Bible but he stood there and struck down the Philistines until his hand grew tired from clutching the sword. The LORD brought about a great victory on that day; the army turned back to rejoin Eleazar, but only to strip the slain. New Revised Standard Version but he stood his ground. He struck down the Philistines until his arm grew weary, though his hand clung to the sword. The LORD brought about a great victory that day. Then the people came back to him—but only to strip the dead. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleHe arose, and smote the Philistines until his hand was weary, and his hand clave to his sword; and the LORD wrought a great victory that day; and the people returned with him only to strip the slain. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And he arose and destroyed the Philistines until his hand was exhausted, and his hand stuck to the hilt of his sword, and LORD JEHOVAH performed salvation on that day, and the people returned after him to plunder the slain OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917he stood firm, and smote the Philistines until his hand was weary, and his hand did cleave unto the sword; and the LORD wrought a great victory that day; and the people returned after him only to strip the slain. Brenton Septuagint Translation He arose an smote the Philistines, until his hand was weary, and his hand clave to the sword: and the Lord wrought a great salvation in that day, and the people rested behind him only to strip the slain. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context David's Mighty Men…9Next in command was Eleazar son of Dodo the Ahohite. As one of the three mighty men, he went with David to taunt the Philistines who had gathered for battle at Pas-dammim. The men of Israel retreated, 10but Eleazar stood his ground and struck the Philistines until his hand grew weary and stuck to his sword. The LORD brought about a great victory that day. Then the troops returned to him, but only to plunder the dead. 11And after him was Shammah son of Agee the Hararite. When the Philistines had banded together near a field full of lentils, Israel’s troops fled from them.… Cross References 1 Chronicles 11:13-14 He was with David at Pas-dammim when the Philistines gathered there for battle. At a place with a field full of barley, the troops fled from the Philistines. / But Eleazar and David stationed themselves in the middle of the field and defended it. They struck down the Philistines, and the LORD brought about a great victory. 1 Samuel 14:23 So the LORD saved Israel that day, and the battle moved on beyond Beth-aven. 1 Samuel 17:9 If he is able to fight me and kill me, then we will be your servants. But if I prevail against him and kill him, then you shall be our servants and work for us.” 1 Samuel 17:47 And all those assembled here will know that it is not by sword or spear that the LORD saves; for the battle is the LORD’s, and He will give all of you into our hands.” 1 Samuel 23:5 Then David and his men went to Keilah, fought against the Philistines, and carried off their livestock, striking them with a mighty blow. So David saved the people of Keilah. 1 Samuel 30:8 and David inquired of the LORD: “Should I pursue these raiders? Will I overtake them?” “Pursue them,” the LORD replied, “for you will surely overtake them and rescue the captives.” 1 Samuel 30:18-19 So David recovered everything the Amalekites had taken, including his two wives. / Nothing was missing, young or old, son or daughter, or any of the plunder the Amalekites had taken. David brought everything back. 2 Samuel 8:6 Then he placed garrisons in Aram of Damascus, and the Arameans became subject to David and brought him tribute. So the LORD made David victorious wherever he went. 2 Samuel 10:12 Be strong and let us fight bravely for our people and for the cities of our God. May the LORD do what is good in His sight.” 2 Samuel 21:15-17 Once again the Philistines waged war against Israel, and David and his servants went down and fought against the Philistines. But David became exhausted. / Then Ishbi-benob, a descendant of Rapha, whose bronze spear weighed three hundred shekels and who was bearing a new sword, resolved to kill David. / But Abishai son of Zeruiah came to his aid, struck the Philistine, and killed him. Then David’s men swore to him, “You must never again go out with us to battle, so that the lamp of Israel may not be extinguished.” 2 Kings 5:1 Now Naaman, the commander of the army of the king of Aram, was a great man in his master’s sight and highly regarded, for through him the LORD had given victory to Aram. And he was a mighty man of valor, but he was a leper. Psalm 18:32-34 It is God who arms me with strength and makes my way clear. / He makes my feet like those of a deer and stations me upon the heights. / He trains my hands for battle; my arms can bend a bow of bronze. Psalm 144:1 Of David. Blessed be the LORD, my Rock, who trains my hands for war, my fingers for battle. Isaiah 41:10 Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. Isaiah 41:13 For I am the LORD your God, who takes hold of your right hand and tells you: Do not fear, I will help you. Treasury of Scripture He arose, and smote the Philistines until his hand was weary, and his hand stuck to the sword: and the LORD worked a great victory that day; and the people returned after him only to spoil. the Lord Joshua 10:10,42 And the LORD discomfited them before Israel, and slew them with a great slaughter at Gibeon, and chased them along the way that goeth up to Bethhoron, and smote them to Azekah, and unto Makkedah… Joshua 11:8 And the LORD delivered them into the hand of Israel, who smote them, and chased them unto great Zidon, and unto Misrephothmaim, and unto the valley of Mizpeh eastward; and they smote them, until they left them none remaining. Judges 15:14,18 And when he came unto Lehi, the Philistines shouted against him: and the Spirit of the LORD came mightily upon him, and the cords that were upon his arms became as flax that was burnt with fire, and his bands loosed from off his hands… and the people Psalm 68:12 Kings of armies did flee apace: and she that tarried at home divided the spoil. Isaiah 53:12 Therefore will I divide him a portion with the great, and he shall divide the spoil with the strong; because he hath poured out his soul unto death: and he was numbered with the transgressors; and he bare the sin of many, and made intercession for the transgressors. Jump to Previous Adhered Clave Cleaved Clung Firm Great Hand Philistines Plunder Rose Smote Spoil Stood Struck Sword Victory Weary Worked WroughtJump to Next Adhered Clave Cleaved Clung Firm Great Hand Philistines Plunder Rose Smote Spoil Stood Struck Sword Victory Weary Worked Wrought2 Samuel 23 1. David, in his last words, professes his faith in God's promises6. The different state of the wicked 8. A catalogue of David's mighty men but Eleazar stood his ground Eleazar, one of David's mighty warriors, exemplifies courage and faithfulness. Standing his ground signifies unwavering commitment and bravery in the face of overwhelming odds. This reflects the biblical theme of standing firm in faith, as seen in Ephesians 6:13, where believers are encouraged to stand firm against evil. and struck the Philistines until his hand grew weary and stuck to his sword The LORD brought about a great victory that day Then the troops returned to him, but only to plunder the dead Persons / Places / Events 1. EleazarOne of David's mighty warriors, known for his bravery and strength in battle. He is highlighted for his unwavering commitment and endurance in fighting the Philistines. 2. Philistines A recurring enemy of Israel, representing opposition and challenges that the Israelites faced throughout their history. 3. The LORD The central figure in the victory, emphasizing that the triumph was ultimately due to divine intervention rather than human strength alone. 4. The Battle A significant event where Eleazar's dedication and God's power combined to secure a victory for Israel. 5. The Plunder The aftermath of the battle where the troops returned to collect the spoils, indicating the completeness of the victory. Teaching Points Endurance in FaithLike Eleazar, believers are called to persevere in their spiritual battles, trusting that God will bring about victory. Divine Strength Recognize that true strength and success come from the Lord, not from our own abilities. Commitment to the Cause Eleazar's hand "stuck to the sword" symbolizes unwavering commitment. Christians should hold fast to their faith and the Word of God. Victory Through God Celebrate and acknowledge that any victory in life is ultimately due to God's intervention and grace. Spiritual Warfare Just as Eleazar fought a physical battle, Christians are engaged in spiritual warfare and must be equipped with the armor of God. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from 2 Samuel 23Who was Eleazar in the Bible? How can David's earlier triumphs over the Philistines, such as in 1 Samuel 17, be reconciled with Achish's acceptance of him in 1 Samuel 29? What are the key events in 1 Samuel? How could Shamgar realistically kill 600 Philistines with a single oxgoad (Judges 3:31)? (10) Clave unto the sword.--Instances are rare, but well authenticated, of a sort of cramp following excessive exertion, so that the hand could only be released from the sword by external appliances. Returned after him.--Does not imply that they had at any time deserted him, but only that they turned wherever he went to gather the spoil of the men he slew. Verse 10. - Victory; Hebrew, salvation; and so also in ver. 12 and 1 Samuel 11:13; 1 Samuel 19:5. Returned after him. This does not imply that they had fled, but simply that they turned in whichever way he turned, and followed him. Battles in old time depended very much upon the prowess of the leaders.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew but Eleazarה֣וּא (hū) Pronoun - third person masculine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are stood his ground קָם֩ (qām) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6965: To arise, stand up, stand and struck וַיַּ֨ךְ (way·yaḵ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5221: To strike the Philistines בַּפְּלִשְׁתִּ֜ים (bap·pə·liš·tîm) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - proper - masculine plural Strong's 6430: Philistines -- inhabitants of Philistia until עַ֣ד ׀ (‘aḏ) Preposition Strong's 5704: As far as, even to, up to, until, while his hand יָד֗וֹ (yā·ḏōw) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 3027: A hand grew weary יָגְעָ֣ה (yā·ḡə·‘āh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 3021: To gasp, to be exhausted, to tire, to toil and stuck וַתִּדְבַּ֤ק (wat·tiḏ·baq) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 1692: To impinge, cling, adhere, to catch by pursuit to אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to his sword. הַחֶ֔רֶב (ha·ḥe·reḇ) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 2719: Drought, a cutting instrument, as a, knife, sword The LORD יְהוָ֛ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel brought about וַיַּ֧עַשׂ (way·ya·‘aś) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make a great גְדוֹלָ֖ה (ḡə·ḏō·w·lāh) Adjective - feminine singular Strong's 1419: Great, older, insolent victory תְּשׁוּעָ֥ה (tə·šū·‘āh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 8668: Deliverance, salvation that הַה֑וּא (ha·hū) Article | Pronoun - third person masculine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are day. בַּיּ֣וֹם (bay·yō·wm) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3117: A day Then the troops וְהָעָ֛ם (wə·hā·‘ām) Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock returned יָשֻׁ֥בוּ (yā·šu·ḇū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 7725: To turn back, in, to retreat, again to him, אַחֲרָ֖יו (’a·ḥă·rāw) Preposition | third person masculine singular Strong's 310: The hind or following part but only אַךְ־ (’aḵ-) Adverb Strong's 389: A particle of affirmation, surely to plunder the dead. לְפַשֵּֽׁט׃ (lə·p̄aš·šêṭ) Preposition-l | Verb - Piel - Infinitive construct Strong's 6584: To strip off, make a dash, raid Links 2 Samuel 23:10 NIV2 Samuel 23:10 NLT 2 Samuel 23:10 ESV 2 Samuel 23:10 NASB 2 Samuel 23:10 KJV 2 Samuel 23:10 BibleApps.com 2 Samuel 23:10 Biblia Paralela 2 Samuel 23:10 Chinese Bible 2 Samuel 23:10 French Bible 2 Samuel 23:10 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Samuel 23:10 He arose and struck the Philistines until (2Sa iiSam 2 Sam ii sam) |
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