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1 Chronicles 10:11

1 Chronicles 10:11 in Multiple Translations

When the people of Jabesh-gilead heard about everything the Philistines had done to Saul,

¶ And when all Jabesh-gilead heard all that the Philistines had done to Saul,

And when all Jabesh-gilead heard all that the Philistines had done to Saul,

And when the news came to Jabesh-gilead of what the Philistines had done to Saul,

However, when everyone in Jabesh-gilead heard everything the Philistines had done to Saul,

When all they of Iabesh Gilead heard all that the Philistims had done to Saul,

And all Jabesh-Gilead hear of all that the Philistines have done to Saul,

When all Jabesh Gilead heard all that the Philistines had done to Saul,

And when all Jabesh-gilead heard all that the Philistines had done to Saul,

And when the men of Jabes Galaad had heard this, to wit, all that the Philistines had done to Saul,

All the people who lived in Jabesh in the Gilead region heard what the Philistines had done to Saul’s corpse.

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1 Chronicles 10:11 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וַֽ/יִּשְׁמְע֔וּ כֹּ֖ל יָבֵ֣ישׁ גִּלְעָ֑ד אֵ֛ת כָּל אֲשֶׁר עָשׂ֥וּ פְלִשְׁתִּ֖ים לְ/שָׁאֽוּל
וַֽ/יִּשְׁמְע֔וּ shâmaʻ H8085 to hear Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
כֹּ֖ל kôl H3605 all N-ms
יָבֵ֣ישׁ Yâbêsh H3003 Jabesh N-proper
גִּלְעָ֑ד Gilʻâd H1568 Gilead N-proper
אֵ֛ת ʼêth H853 Obj. DirObjM
כָּל kôl H3605 all N-ms
אֲשֶׁר ʼăsher H834 which Rel
עָשׂ֥וּ ʻâsâh H6213 to make V-Qal-Perf-3cp
פְלִשְׁתִּ֖ים Pᵉlishtîy H6430 Philistines Ngmpa
לְ/שָׁאֽוּל Shâʼûwl H7586 Shaul Prep | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 10:11

וַֽ/יִּשְׁמְע֔וּ shâmaʻ H8085 "to hear" Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
To hear and listen is what this Hebrew word means, often implying attention and obedience. In Exodus and Deuteronomy, it is used when God speaks to the people, and they must listen and obey.
Definition: : hear v 1) to hear, listen to, obey 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to hear (perceive by ear) 1a2) to hear of or concerning 1a3) to hear (have power to hear) 1a4) to hear with attention or interest, listen to 1a5) to understand (language) 1a6) to hear (of judicial cases) 1a7) to listen, give heed 1a7a) to consent, agree 1a7b) to grant request 1a8) to listen to, yield to 1a9) to obey, be obedient 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be heard (of voice or sound) 1b2) to be heard of 1b3) to be regarded, be obeyed 1c) (Piel) to cause to hear, call to hear, summon 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to hear, tell, proclaim, utter a sound 1d2) to sound aloud (musical term) 1d3) to make proclamation, summon 1d4) to cause to be heard n m 2) sound
Usage: Occurs in 1072 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] attentively, call (gather) together, [idiom] carefully, [idiom] certainly, consent, consider, be content, declare, [idiom] diligently, discern, give ear, (cause to, let, make to) hear(-ken, tell), [idiom] indeed, listen, make (a) noise, (be) obedient, obey, perceive, (make a) proclaim(-ation), publish, regard, report, shew (forth), (make a) sound, [idiom] surely, tell, understand, whosoever (heareth), witness. See also: Genesis 3:8; Exodus 32:18; Deuteronomy 27:9.
כֹּ֖ל kôl H3605 "all" N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
יָבֵ֣ישׁ Yâbêsh H3003 "Jabesh" N-proper
Refers to a town in the Bible called Jabesh, which is also the name of an Israelite. The town is located in the territory of Gilead, and its name means dry. It is mentioned in 1 Samuel 11.
Definition: Jabesh = "dry" a town in the territory of Gilead; according to Eusebius, it is beyond the Jordan, 6 miles (10 km) from Pella, on the mountain road to Gerasa may be modern 'Wadi Yabes' Another name of ya.vesh (יָבֵשׁ "Jabesh" H3003GI)
Usage: Occurs in 21 OT verses. KJV: Jobesh (-Gilead). See also: Judges 21:8; 1 Samuel 31:11; 1 Chronicles 10:12.
גִּלְעָ֑ד Gilʻâd H1568 "Gilead" N-proper
Gilead refers to a mountainous region east of the Jordan River, also the name of three Israelites. It means 'rocky region' and is sometimes called 'Mount Gilead'.
Definition: Gilead = "rocky region" a mountainous region bounded on the west by the Jordan, on the north by Bashan, on the east by the Arabian plateau, and on the south by Moab and Ammon; sometimes called 'Mount Gilead' or the 'land of Gilead' or just 'Gilead'. Divided into north and south Gilead
Usage: Occurs in 123 OT verses. KJV: Gilead, Gileadite. See also: Genesis 31:21; 1 Samuel 11:9; Psalms 60:9.
אֵ֛ת ʼêth H853 "Obj." DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
כָּל kôl H3605 "all" N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
אֲשֶׁר ʼăsher H834 "which" Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
עָשׂ֥וּ ʻâsâh H6213 "to make" V-Qal-Perf-3cp
This verb means to make or do something, and is used over 2,600 times in the Bible. It is first used in Genesis 1:7 to describe God's creation of the world and is also used in Exodus 31:5 to describe the work of skilled craftsmen.
Definition: : make(OBJECT) 1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to do, work, make, produce 1a1a) to do 1a1b) to work 1a1c) to deal (with) 1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect 1a2) to make 1a2a) to make 1a2b) to produce 1a2c) to prepare 1a2d) to make (an offering) 1a2e) to attend to, put in order 1a2f) to observe, celebrate 1a2g) to acquire (property) 1a2h) to appoint, ordain, institute 1a2i) to bring about 1a2j) to use 1a2k) to spend, pass 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be done 1b2) to be made 1b3) to be produced 1b4) to be offered 1b5) to be observed 1b6) to be used 1c) (Pual) to be made
Usage: Occurs in 2286 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 34:19; Exodus 18:24.
פְלִשְׁתִּ֖ים Pᵉlishtîy H6430 "Philistines" Ngmpa
A Philistine is a person from the region of Philistia, which was inhabited by immigrants from other places. The Philistines were known for their conflicts with the Israelites, as recorded in the Bible. They were a distinct ethnic group.
Definition: Philistine = "immigrants" an inhabitant of Philistia; descendants of Mizraim who immigrated from Caphtor (Crete?) to the western seacoast of Canaan Another name of ga.dol (גָּדוֹל "Great( Sea)" H1419J)
Usage: Occurs in 244 OT verses. KJV: Philistine. See also: Genesis 10:14; 1 Samuel 17:8; 1 Chronicles 10:1.
לְ/שָׁאֽוּל Shâʼûwl H7586 "Shaul" Prep | N-proper
Shaul is a personal name meaning desired, given to several individuals in the Bible, including a Benjamite who became the first king of Israel and a Levite living during the time of the Divided Monarchy. He is mentioned in 1 Chronicles and 1 Samuel.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.6.24; son of: Uzziah (H5818H); father of: Elkanah (H0511I); also called Joel at 1Ch.6.36; Also named: yo.el (יוֹאֵל "Joel" H3100U) § Saul or Shaul = "desired" 1) a Benjamite, son of Kish, and the 1st king of Israel 2) an early king of Edom and a successor of Samlah 3) a son of Simeon 4) a Levite, son of Uzziah
Usage: Occurs in 335 OT verses. KJV: Saul, Shaul. See also: Genesis 36:37; 1 Samuel 16:22; 1 Samuel 24:5.

Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 10:11

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1 1 Samuel 31:11–13 When the people of Jabesh-gilead heard what the Philistines had done to Saul, all their men of valor set out, journeyed all night, and retrieved the bodies of Saul and his sons from the wall of Beth-shan. When they arrived at Jabesh, they burned the bodies there. Then they took their bones and buried them under the tamarisk tree in Jabesh, and they fasted seven days.
2 1 Samuel 11:1–11 Soon Nahash the Ammonite came up and laid siege to Jabesh-gilead. All the men of Jabesh said to him, “Make a treaty with us, and we will serve you.” But Nahash the Ammonite replied, “I will make a treaty with you on one condition, that I may put out everyone’s right eye and bring reproach upon all Israel.” “Hold off for seven days,” replied the elders of Jabesh, “and let us send messengers throughout Israel. If there is no one to save us, we will surrender to you.” When the messengers came to Gibeah of Saul and relayed these words in the hearing of the people, they all wept aloud. Just then Saul was returning from the field, behind his oxen. “What troubles the people?” asked Saul. “Why are they weeping?” And they relayed to him the words of the men from Jabesh. When Saul heard their words, the Spirit of God rushed upon him, and he burned with great anger. He took a pair of oxen, cut them into pieces, and sent them by messengers throughout the land of Israel, proclaiming, “This is what will be done to the oxen of anyone who does not march behind Saul and Samuel.” Then the terror of the LORD fell upon the people, and they turned out as one man. And when Saul numbered them at Bezek, there were 300,000 Israelites and 30,000 men of Judah. So they said to the messengers who had come, “Tell the men of Jabesh-gilead: ‘Deliverance will be yours tomorrow by the time the sun is hot.’” And when the messengers relayed this to the men of Jabesh, they rejoiced. Then the men of Jabesh said to Nahash, “Tomorrow we will come out, and you can do with us whatever seems good to you.” The next day Saul organized the troops into three divisions, and during the morning watch they invaded the camp of the Ammonites and slaughtered them, until the hottest part of the day. And the survivors were so scattered that no two of them were left together.
3 2 Samuel 2:4–7 Then the men of Judah came to Hebron, and there they anointed David king over the house of Judah. And they told David, “It was the men of Jabesh-gilead who buried Saul.” So David sent messengers to the men of Jabesh-gilead to tell them, “The LORD bless you, because you showed this kindness to Saul your lord when you buried him. Now may the LORD show you loving devotion and faithfulness, and I will also show you the same favor because you have done this. Now then, be strong and courageous, for though Saul your lord is dead, the house of Judah has anointed me as their king.”

1 Chronicles 10:11 Summary

This verse tells us that when the people of Jabesh-gilead heard about the terrible things the Philistines had done to Saul, they took action to show their respect and loyalty. This shows us the importance of treating others with dignity and respect, even in difficult circumstances, as taught in Matthew 7:12. The people of Jabesh-gilead's bravery in retrieving Saul's body and those of his sons is a powerful example of what it means to stand up for what is right, as seen in 1 Chronicles 10:12. By looking to this verse, we can learn valuable lessons about loyalty, respect, and taking bold action to do what is right, as encouraged in Joshua 1:9.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did the people of Jabesh-gilead take action when they heard about the Philistines' treatment of Saul?

The people of Jabesh-gilead were motivated to act because of their loyalty and respect for Saul, as seen in their bravery in retrieving his body and those of his sons, as described in 1 Chronicles 10:12, which reflects the importance of honoring leaders, as taught in Romans 13:1-7.

What can we learn from the Philistines' actions towards Saul?

The Philistines' desecration of Saul's body and armor, as described in 1 Chronicles 10:9-10, serves as a reminder of the consequences of ungodly actions and the importance of treating others with dignity and respect, as taught in Matthew 7:12.

How does this verse relate to the broader story of Saul's life and reign?

This verse is a pivotal moment in the story of Saul's life, as it highlights the tragic consequences of his unfaithfulness to the Lord, as noted in 1 Chronicles 10:13, and serves as a transition to the reign of David, as described in 1 Chronicles 11:1-3.

What role does the city of Jabesh-gilead play in the biblical narrative?

Jabesh-gilead is a city that appears in several biblical accounts, including the story of Saul's reign, as seen in 1 Samuel 11:1-11, and the story of David's reign, as seen in 2 Samuel 2:4-7, highlighting its strategic importance and the loyalty of its people.

Reflection Questions

  1. What are some ways we can demonstrate loyalty and respect to our leaders, just like the people of Jabesh-gilead showed to Saul?
  2. How can we balance our desire for justice with the need to treat others with dignity and respect, even in the face of great wrongdoing?
  3. What are some lessons we can learn from the consequences of Saul's unfaithfulness, and how can we apply those lessons to our own lives?
  4. In what ways can we, like the people of Jabesh-gilead, take bold action to stand up for what is right and to honor those who have been wronged?

Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 10:11

[See comments on 1 Samuel 31:11]

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 10:11

And when all Jabesh-gilead heard all that the Philistines had done to Saul, No JFB commentary on this verse.

Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 10:11

1 Chronicles 10:11 And when all Jabeshgilead heard all that the Philistines had done to Saul,Ver. 11. And when all Jabeshgilead.] See 1 Samuel 31:11. Jabeshgilead had not many inhabitants; but being all of a mind, they did great matters.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 10:11

Verse 11. When all Jabesh-gilead heard] For a general account of the principles of heroism and gratitude from which this action of the men of Jabesh-gilead proceeded, see the note on 1 Samuel 31:11-12. By the kindness of a literary friend, I am enabled to lay a farther illustration of this noble act before the reader, which he will find at the conclusion of the chapter. 1 Chronicles 10:14.

Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 10:11

11. Jabesh-Gilead] See 1 Samuel 11:1-11; 2 Samuel 2:4-7.

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