1 Chronicles 11:16
1 Chronicles 11:16 in Multiple Translations
At that time David was in the stronghold, and the garrison of the Philistines was at Bethlehem.
And David was then in the hold, and the Philistines’ garrison was then at Beth-lehem.
And David was then in the stronghold, and the garrison of the Philistines was then in Beth-lehem.
At that time David had taken cover in the strong place, and an armed force of the Philistines was in Beth-lehem.
At the time David was in the stronghold, and the Philistine garrison was in Bethlehem.
And when Dauid was in the hold, the Philistims garison was at Beth-lehem.
and David [is] then in the fortress, and the station of the Philistines [is] then in Beth-Lehem,
David was then in the stronghold, and the garrison of the Philistines was in Bethlehem at that time.
And David was then in the hold, and the Philistines' garrison was then at Beth-lehem.
And David was in a hold, and the garrison of the Philistines in Bethlehem.
David was in a fortress, and some of the soldiers of Philistia were occupying Bethlehem.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 11:16
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1 Chronicles 11:16 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/דָוִ֖יד
אָ֣ז
בַּ/מְּצוּדָ֑ה
וּ/נְצִ֣יב
פְּלִשְׁתִּ֔ים
אָ֖ז
בְּ/בֵ֥ית
לָֽחֶם
וְ/דָוִ֖יד
Dâvid
H1732
David
Conj | N-proper
אָ֣ז
ʼâz
H227
then
Adv
בַּ/מְּצוּדָ֑ה
mâtsûwd
H4686
net
Prep | N-cs
וּ/נְצִ֣יב
nᵉtsîyb
H5333
garrison
Conj | N-ms
פְּלִשְׁתִּ֔ים
Pᵉlishtîy
H6430
Philistines
Ngmpa
אָ֖ז
ʼâz
H227
then
Adv
בְּ/בֵ֥ית
Bêyth Lechem
H1035
Bethlehem
Prep | N-proper
לָֽחֶם
Bêyth Lechem
H1035
Bethlehem
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 11:16
וְ/דָוִ֖יד
Dâvid
H1732
"David"
Conj | N-proper
David was the youngest son of Jesse and a king of Judah, first mentioned in Ruth 4:17, and an ancestor of Jesus.
Definition: A king of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at Rut.4.17; son of: Jesse (H3448) and Nahash (H5176I); brother of: Eliab (H0446I), Abinadab (H0041I), Shimeah (H8093), Zeruiah (H6870), Abigail (H0026H)(?), Nethanel (H5417H), Raddai (H7288), Ozem (H0684) and Elihu (H0453J); married to Michal (H4324), Abigail (H0026), Ahinoam (H0293H), Maacah (H4601I), Haggith (H2294), Abital (H0037), Eglah (H5698) and Bathsheba (H1339); father of: Amnon (H0550), Chileab (H3609), Absalom (H0053), Adonijah (H0138), Shephatiah (H8203), Ithream (H3507), Shammua (H8051H), Shobab (H7727), Nathan (H5416), Solomon (H8010), Ibhar (H2984), Elishua (H0474), Nepheg (H5298H), Japhia (H3309I), Elishama (H0476H), Eliada (H0450), Eliphelet (H0467), Tamar (H8559H), Elpelet (H0467I), Nogah (H5052) and Jerimoth (H3406N) Also named: Daueid, Dauid, Dabid (Δαυείδ, Δαυίδ, Δαβίδ "David" G1138) § David = "beloved" youngest son of Jesse and second king of Israel
Usage: Occurs in 912 OT verses. KJV: David. See also: Ruth 4:17; 1 Samuel 20:41; 1 Samuel 27:9.
אָ֣ז
ʼâz
H227
"then"
Adv
This Hebrew word refers to a past time or place, often used to describe something that happened earlier. It can also be used as a conjunction to show a cause-and-effect relationship. In the Bible, it appears in books like Genesis and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) then, at that time 1a) temporal expressions 1a1) then (past) 1a2) then, if...then (future) 1a3) earlier 1b) logical expressions 1b1) in that case 1b2) that (being so)
Usage: Occurs in 133 OT verses. KJV: beginning, for, from, hitherto, now, of old, once, since, then, at which time, yet. See also: Genesis 4:26; 1 Chronicles 22:13; Psalms 2:5.
בַּ/מְּצוּדָ֑ה
mâtsûwd
H4686
"net"
Prep | N-cs
Matsud is a fortress or strong hold, like a castle or net, used for protection and capture, as mentioned in Psalm 31:4. It is a place of safety and security.
Definition: 1) net, prey, net prey 1a) net 1b) prey
Usage: Occurs in 23 OT verses. KJV: castle, defense, fort(-ress), (strong) hold, be hunted, net, snare, strong place. See also: 1 Samuel 22:4; Job 39:28; Psalms 18:3.
וּ/נְצִ֣יב
nᵉtsîyb
H5333
"garrison"
Conj | N-ms
The Hebrew word for a garrison or military post, like the ones established by King Solomon. It appears in 1 Kings 4:19, where Solomon's administrative districts are listed. This word describes a place of military strength and control.
Definition: 1) set over, something placed, pillar, prefect, garrison, post 1a) pillar 1b) prefect, deputy
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: garrison, officer, pillar. See also: Genesis 19:26; 2 Samuel 8:14; 2 Chronicles 17:2.
פְּלִשְׁתִּ֔ים
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.
אָ֖ז
ʼâz
H227
"then"
Adv
This Hebrew word refers to a past time or place, often used to describe something that happened earlier. It can also be used as a conjunction to show a cause-and-effect relationship. In the Bible, it appears in books like Genesis and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) then, at that time 1a) temporal expressions 1a1) then (past) 1a2) then, if...then (future) 1a3) earlier 1b) logical expressions 1b1) in that case 1b2) that (being so)
Usage: Occurs in 133 OT verses. KJV: beginning, for, from, hitherto, now, of old, once, since, then, at which time, yet. See also: Genesis 4:26; 1 Chronicles 22:13; Psalms 2:5.
בְּ/בֵ֥ית
Bêyth Lechem
H1035
"Bethlehem"
Prep | N-proper
Beth-lehem means house of bread, a place in Zebulun. The name describes a location known for its food production, later becoming famous as Jesus' birthplace in the New Testament.
Definition: § Beth-lehem = "house of bread (food)" a place in Zebulun
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: Bethlehem. See also: Genesis 35:19; 1 Samuel 17:15; Jeremiah 41:17.
לָֽחֶם
Bêyth Lechem
H1035
"Bethlehem"
N-proper
Beth-lehem means house of bread, a place in Zebulun. The name describes a location known for its food production, later becoming famous as Jesus' birthplace in the New Testament.
Definition: § Beth-lehem = "house of bread (food)" a place in Zebulun
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: Bethlehem. See also: Genesis 35:19; 1 Samuel 17:15; Jeremiah 41:17.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 11:16
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- Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 11:16
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 11:16
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 11:16
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 11:16
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 11:16
- Sermons on 1 Chronicles 11:16
Context — David’s Mighty Men
14But 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.
15Three of the thirty chief men went down to David, to the rock at the cave of Adullam, while a company of Philistines was encamped in the Valley of Rephaim.
16At that time David was in the stronghold, and the garrison of the Philistines was at Bethlehem.
17David longed for water and said, “Oh, that someone would get me a drink of water from the well near the gate of Bethlehem!” 18So the Three broke through the Philistine camp, drew water from the well at the gate of Bethlehem, and brought it back to David. But he refused to drink it; instead, he poured it out to the LORD,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Samuel 10:5 | After that you will come to Gibeah of God, where the Philistines have an outpost. As you approach the city, you will meet a group of prophets coming down from the high place, preceded by harps, tambourines, flutes, and lyres, and they will be prophesying. |
| 2 | 1 Samuel 13:4 | And all Israel heard the news: “Saul has attacked an outpost of the Philistines, and now Israel has become a stench to the Philistines!” Then the people were summoned to join Saul at Gilgal. |
| 3 | 1 Samuel 13:23 | And a garrison of the Philistines had gone out to the pass at Michmash. |
| 4 | 1 Samuel 22:1 | So David left Gath and took refuge in the cave of Adullam. When his brothers and the rest of his father’s household heard about it, they went down to him there. |
| 5 | 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. |
| 6 | Psalms 142:1 | I cry aloud to the LORD; I lift my voice to the LORD for mercy. |
1 Chronicles 11:16 Summary
This verse tells us that David was in a safe place, called the stronghold, while the Philistines were trying to take over the city of Bethlehem. It's like when we feel safe and protected, like David did, we can trust that God is with us, as it says in Psalms 46:1. The Philistines being at Bethlehem shows that they were a real threat, but David's faith in God's protection gave him peace, just like it says in Isaiah 26:3. We can learn from David's example and trust in God's presence and power in our own lives, even when things seem scary or uncertain, and remember that God is our rock and refuge, as seen in Psalms 18:2.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the stronghold mentioned in 1 Chronicles 11:16?
The stronghold refers to the rock at the cave of Adullam, where David and his men were hiding from the Philistines, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 11:15 and 1 Samuel 22:1-2.
Why were the Philistines at Bethlehem?
The Philistines were at Bethlehem because they were trying to conquer and occupy the land of Israel, as seen in 1 Chronicles 11:14-15, and Bethlehem was an important city in the region.
What is the significance of David being in the stronghold?
David being in the stronghold shows that he was in a place of safety and refuge, trusting in God's protection, much like David expressed in Psalms 23:4 and Psalms 91:2.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the chapter?
This verse sets the scene for the events that follow in 1 Chronicles 11:17-18, where David's men risk their lives to bring him water from the well at the gate of Bethlehem, demonstrating their loyalty and bravery.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can trust in God's protection and provision, like David did in the stronghold?
- How can I demonstrate loyalty and bravery, like David's men, in my own relationships and circumstances?
- What are some strongholds or places of refuge in my life where I can turn to God for safety and comfort?
- How can I apply the principle of trusting in God's presence and power, as seen in 1 Chronicles 11:16, to my daily life and challenges?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 11:16
[See comments on 1 Chronicles 11:1]
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 11:16
Now three of the thirty captains went down to the rock to David, into the cave of Adullam; and the host of the Philistines encamped in the valley of Rephaim. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 11:16
1 Chronicles 11:16 And David [was] then in the hold, and the Philistines’ garrison [was] then at Bethlehem. 1 Chronicles 11:17 And David longed, and said, Oh that one would give me drink of the water of the well of Bethlehem, that [is] at the gate! Ver. 16-17. See on 2 Samuel 23:14-17.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 11:16
(16) The hold.—The stronghold or rock-fortress of Adullam (2 Samuel 5:17; 2 Samuel 23:14). The Philistines’ garrison.—An outpost; for their army was camping near Jerusalem.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 11:16
16. in the hold] Cp. note on the cave of Adullam (1 Chronicles 11:15). the Philistines’ garrison] R.V. the garrison of the Philistines. The word may however mean “the Philistine governor” (so read in 1 Samuel 13:3-4 for the same Heb. word). The parallel passage however (2 Samuel 23:14) has “the garrison of the Philistines.”
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 11:16
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(1 Samuel) God’s Idea of a Team by David Guzik | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of David and the 400 men who gathered around him in distress, debt, and discontentment. He emphasizes that God calls and brings to |
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David's Flight From Saul by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith encourages believers to take ventures in faith and make themselves available for God's work. He emphasizes the power of one person who is totally |
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A Lion in a Pit on a Snowy Day by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the story of David and his men taking refuge in a cave. The speaker expresses a desire to know what exactly happened in that cave and sugges |
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(How to Understand the Kjv Bible) 35 Psalm 142 by Keith Simons | Keith Simons teaches on Psalm 142, emphasizing David's desperate prayer while hiding in the cave of Adullam from King Saul. He highlights how David cried out to the Lord, expressin |
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In the Lord's Army by Keith Keyser | Keith Keyser preaches on the parallels between the valiant warriors of Special Operations forces in modern armies and David's Mighty Men in Biblical times. He highlights how David |
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Bring My Soul Out of Prison by Carter Conlon | This sermon emphasizes the importance of breaking out of the prisons of isolation, cultural barriers, and personal insecurities to experience deep fellowship and unity in the body |
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Total Forgiveness by R.T. Kendall | This sermon focuses on the powerful message of total forgiveness as exemplified by the story of Joseph forgiving his brothers. It emphasizes the importance of letting go of bittern |