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Verse 14

1 Chronicles 14:13

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Berean Standard Bible

Once again the Philistines raided the valley.

American Standard Version (1901)

And the Philistines yet again made a raid in the valley.

Bible in Basic English

Then the Philistines again went out in every direction in the valley.

Douay-Rheims 1899

Another time also the Philistines made an irruption, and spread themselves abroad in the valley.

Free Bible Version

However, the Philistines returned and made another raid on the valley.

Geneva Bible 1599

Againe the Philistims came and spread them selues in the valley.

King James (Authorized) Version

And the Philistines yet again spread themselves abroad in the valley.

Translation for Translators

But soon the army of Philistia attacked the people in that valley again.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Then the Philistines raided the valley yet again.

Noah Webster Bible

And the Philistines yet again spread themselves abroad in the valley.

World English Bible

The Philistines made another raid in the valley.

Young's Literal Translation

And the Philistines add again, and rush into the valley,

Context

Two Victories over the Philistines

¹²There the Philistines abandoned their gods, and David ordered that they be burned in the fire.¹³Once again the Philistines raided the valley. ¹⁴So David again inquired of God, who answered him, “Do not march up after them, but circle around them and attack them in front of the balsam trees.

Summary

In this verse, David seeks God's guidance before engaging in battle against the Philistines. By inquiring of the Lord, David demonstrates his dependence on God and his recognition of God's sovereignty in all circumstances. This act of seeking divine direction before making military decisions reflects David's faith and trust in God's wisdom and leading. It serves as a reminder for believers to seek God's will and counsel in all aspects of their lives, acknowledging that true victory comes from following God's guidance.

Commentary

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

the Philistines yet again spread themselves--They renewed the campaign the next season, taking the same route. David, according to divine directions, did not confront them.

1 Chronicles 14:13

Two Victories over the Philistines

¹²There the Philistines abandoned their gods, and David ordered that they be burned in the fire.¹³Once again the Philistines raided the valley. ¹⁴So David again inquired of God, who answered him, “Do not march up after them, but circle around them and attack them in front of the balsam trees.

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Berean Standard Bible

Once again the Philistines raided the valley.

American Standard Version (1901)

And the Philistines yet again made a raid in the valley.

Bible in Basic English

Then the Philistines again went out in every direction in the valley.

Douay-Rheims 1899

Another time also the Philistines made an irruption, and spread themselves abroad in the valley.

Free Bible Version

However, the Philistines returned and made another raid on the valley.

Geneva Bible 1599

Againe the Philistims came and spread them selues in the valley.

King James (Authorized) Version

And the Philistines yet again spread themselves abroad in the valley.

Translation for Translators

But soon the army of Philistia attacked the people in that valley again.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Then the Philistines raided the valley yet again.

Noah Webster Bible

And the Philistines yet again spread themselves abroad in the valley.

World English Bible

The Philistines made another raid in the valley.

Young's Literal Translation

And the Philistines add again, and rush into the valley,