In the context of the Bible, the term "raided" refers to sudden attacks or incursions by one group against another, often for the purpose of plundering or causing destruction. Raids were a common occurrence in the ancient Near East, and the Bible records several instances where raids played a significant role in the narrative of the Israelites and their neighbors.

Old Testament Instances

1. David and the Amalekites: One of the most notable raids in the Bible is the Amalekite raid on Ziklag, where David and his men were residing. While David and his men were away, the Amalekites attacked Ziklag, burned it, and took captive the women and children. Upon discovering the raid, David sought the Lord's guidance and pursued the Amalekites, ultimately recovering all that had been taken. This account is found in 1 Samuel 30:1-20. The Berean Standard Bible states, "David inquired of the LORD, 'Should I pursue these raiders? Will I overtake them?' And the LORD told him, 'Pursue them, for you will surely overtake them and rescue the captives'" (1 Samuel 30:8).

2. Philistine Raids: The Philistines frequently raided Israelite territory during the period of the Judges and the early monarchy. These raids were part of the ongoing conflict between the Israelites and the Philistines. For example, in 1 Samuel 13:17-18, the Philistines sent out raiding parties from their camp to plunder the land of Israel.

3. Midianite Raids: During the time of Gideon, the Midianites, along with the Amalekites and other eastern peoples, conducted raids against Israel. They would invade the land, destroy crops, and take livestock, leaving the Israelites impoverished. This oppression led to the rise of Gideon as a judge and deliverer for Israel, as recorded in Judges 6:1-6.

New Testament Context

While the New Testament does not focus on military raids in the same way as the Old Testament, the concept of spiritual warfare can be seen as a metaphorical raid. Believers are encouraged to be vigilant and prepared for spiritual attacks from the enemy. Ephesians 6:11-12 exhorts Christians to "Put on the full armor of God, so that you can make your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this world’s darkness, and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms."

Cultural and Historical Context

Raids in the biblical era were often conducted by nomadic or semi-nomadic groups who sought to acquire resources quickly and efficiently. These raids could be devastating for settled communities, leading to loss of life, property, and stability. The biblical narratives often highlight the vulnerability of the Israelites to such attacks, as well as their reliance on God's protection and deliverance.

Theological Implications

From a theological perspective, the accounts of raids in the Bible often serve to demonstrate God's sovereignty and faithfulness. In instances where the Israelites faced raids, their deliverance was attributed to divine intervention. These narratives underscore the importance of seeking God's guidance and trusting in His provision during times of crisis. The accounts of raids and subsequent deliverance also serve as reminders of the consequences of disobedience and the need for repentance and reliance on God.(imp. & p. p.) of Raid.6584. pashat -- to strip off, make a dash, raid
... to strip off, make a dash, raid NASB Word Usage dashed (2), invaded (1), made a
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The Nations of the South-East
... the Ammonites had made the Israelitish tribes on the eastern side of the Jordan
tributary to them, and had even crossed the river and raided the highlands of ...
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The Characters of Herod and Augustus were as Far Apart as their ...
... An erect, powerful, and handsome youth of Arabic and Idumaean blood, brave with
lance and charger, he raided the bandit chieftain Hezekias and slew him, with ...
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The Story of Job
... While this man was still speaking, another messenger came and said, "The Chaldeans,
attacking in three bands, raided the camels and drove them away; the ...
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The Deepest Need of the Church Today is not for any Material or ...
... A swarm of serpents as venomous and deadly as the reptile that smote Paul, suddenly
raided the walled grounds, sent of Satan,' Ramabai said, and several of her ...
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That There is a Malignant Party Still in the Kingdom.
... and correspondence with others of them abroad, his deserting of the public councils
of the kingdom, to join to a party of bloody and wicked men, raided in arms ...
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The Last Days of the Old Eastern World
... The nomes of the Delta which had taken a foremost part in the rising were ruthlessly
raided, the priests heavily fined, and the oracle of Buto deprived of its ...
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The Hebrews and the Philistines --Damascus
... of the Yarmuk with the Jordan, they crossed the latter river, and, spreading over
the plains of Mount Tabor, destroyed the growing crops, raided the villages ...
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The Power of Assyria at Its Zenith; Esarhaddon and Assur-Bani-Pal
History Of Egypt, Chaldaea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, V 8. <. ...
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The Assyrian Revival and the Struggle for Syria
History Of Egypt, Chaldaea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, V 7. <. ...
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Raided (6 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (imp. & pp) of Raid. Multi-Version Concordance
Raided (6 Occurrences). 1 Samuel 27:8 And David and his ...
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Raid (15 Occurrences)
... 3. (vt) To make a raid upon or into; as, two regiments raided the border counties.
Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. RAID. rad (1 Samuel 27:10). See WAR, 3. ...
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Raiders (12 Occurrences)

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Ziklag (13 Occurrences)
... Achish the Philistine king of Gath gave it to David as a residence (1 Samuel
27:6 1 Chronicles 12:1, 20); it was raided by the Amalekites, on whom David took ...
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Uzziah (27 Occurrences)
... The Edomites, Philistines and Arabians were successively subdued (these being members
of a confederacy which, in an earlier reign, had raided Jerusalem and ...
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Dora
... the site. In the 12th century BC, the region was occupied by the northern
people who raided the whole Syrian coast and Egypt. They ...
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Dor (7 Occurrences)
... the site. In the 12th century BC, the region was occupied by the northern
people who raided the whole Syrian coast and Egypt. They ...
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Hormah (9 Occurrences)
... Chronicles 4:30). To it David sent a share of the spoil taken from the
Amalekites who had raided Ziklag (1 Samuel 30:30). The city ...
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Sabaeans
... which is the root of shebha'im, is regarded by Arabists as coming from that root
with the meaning of "to take captive," though seba'a, "he raided" (compare Job ...
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