1 Chronicles 20:4
1 Chronicles 20:4 in Multiple Translations
Some time later, war broke out with the Philistines at Gezer. At that time Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Sippai, a descendant of the Rephaim, and the Philistines were subdued.
¶ And it came to pass after this, that there arose war at Gezer with the Philistines; at which time Sibbechai the Hushathite slew Sippai, that was of the children of the giant: and they were subdued.
And it came to pass after this, that there arose war at Gezer with the Philistines: then Sibbecai the Hushathite slew Sippai, of the sons of the giant; and they were subdued.
Now after this there was war with the Philistines at Gezer; then Sibbecai the Hushathite put to death Sippai, one of the offspring of the Rephaim; and they were overcome.
Some time after this war broke out with the Philistines at Gezer. But then Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Sippai, a descendant of the Rephaim, and the Philistines were forced to submit.
And after this also there arose warre at Gezer with the Philistims: then Sibbechai the Hushathite slewe Sippai, of the children of Haraphah, and they were subdued.
And it cometh to pass, after this, that there remaineth war in Gezer with the Philistines, then hath Sibbechai the Hushathite smitten Sippai, of the children of the giant, and they are humbled.
After this, war arose at Gezer with the Philistines. Then Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Sippai, of the sons of the giant; and they were subdued.
And it came to pass after this, that there arose war at Gezer with the Philistines: at which time Sibbechai the Hushathite slew Sippai, that was of the children of the giant: and they were subdued.
After this there arose a war at Gazer against the Philistines: in which Sabachai the Husathite slew Saphai of the race of Raphaim, and humbled them.
Later, David’s army fought a battle with the army of Philistia, at Gezer city. During the battle Sibbecai, from Hushah clan, killed Sippai, one of the descendants of the Rapha giants. So the armies of Philistia were defeated.
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1 Chronicles 20:4 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יְהִי֙
אַחֲרֵי
כֵ֔ן
וַ/תַּעֲמֹ֧ד
מִלְחָמָ֛ה
בְּ/גֶ֖זֶר
עִם
פְּלִשְׁתִּ֑ים
אָ֣ז
הִכָּ֞ה
סִבְּכַ֣י
הַ/חֻֽשָׁתִ֗י
אֶת
סִפַּ֛י
מִ/ילִדֵ֥י
הָ/רְפָאִ֖ים
וַ/יִּכָּנֵֽעוּ
וַ/יְהִי֙
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אַחֲרֵי
ʼachar
H310
after
Adv
כֵ֔ן
kên
H3651
right
Adv
וַ/תַּעֲמֹ֧ד
ʻâmad
H5975
to stand
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
מִלְחָמָ֛ה
milchâmâh
H4421
battle
N-fs
בְּ/גֶ֖זֶר
Gezer
H1507
Gezer
Prep | N-proper
עִם
ʻim
H5973
with
Prep
פְּלִשְׁתִּ֑ים
Pᵉlishtîy
H6430
Philistines
Ngmpa
אָ֣ז
ʼâz
H227
then
Adv
הִכָּ֞ה
nâkâh
H5221
to smite
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
סִבְּכַ֣י
Çibbᵉkay
H5444
Sibbecai
N-proper
הַ/חֻֽשָׁתִ֗י
Chushâthîy
H2843
Hushathite
Art | Ngmsa
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
סִפַּ֛י
Çippay
H5598
Sippai
N-proper
מִ/ילִדֵ֥י
yâlîyd
H3211
born
Prep | N-mp
הָ/רְפָאִ֖ים
râphâʼ
H7497
Rapha
Art | N-proper
וַ/יִּכָּנֵֽעוּ
kânaʻ
H3665
be humble
Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-3mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 20:4
וַ/יְהִי֙
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
אַחֲרֵי
ʼachar
H310
"after"
Adv
Achar means backwards or after, used to describe something that happens later or in the rear. It is used in various senses in the Bible, including in 1 Kings 12:18.
Definition: 1) after the following part, behind (of place), hinder, afterwards (of time) 1a) as an adverb 1a1) behind (of place) 1a2) afterwards (of time) 1b) as a preposition 1b1) behind, after (of place) 1b2) after (of time) 1b3) besides 1c) as a conjunction 1c) after that 1d) as a substantive 1d1) hinder part 1e) with other prepositions 1e1) from behind 1e2) from following after
Usage: Occurs in 664 OT verses. KJV: after (that, -ward), again, at, away from, back (from, -side), behind, beside, by, follow (after, -ing), forasmuch, from, hereafter, hinder end, [phrase] out (over) live, [phrase] persecute, posterity, pursuing, remnant, seeing, since, thence(-forth), when, with. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 18:2; Joshua 8:14.
כֵ֔ן
kên
H3651
"right"
Adv
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means 'so' or 'thus', often used to show agreement or confirmation, like in the book of Genesis. It can also mean 'rightly' or 'justly', as in doing something the correct way. It appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: adv adj 1) right, just, honest, true, veritable 1a) right, just, honest 1b) correct 1c) true, veritable
Usage: Occurs in 737 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] after that (this, -ward, -wards), as... as, [phrase] (for-) asmuch as yet, [phrase] be (for which) cause, [phrase] following, howbeit, in (the) like (manner, -wise), [idiom] the more, right, (even) so, state, straightway, such (thing), surely, [phrase] there (where) -fore, this, thus, true, well, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:7; Exodus 37:19; Judges 7:17.
וַ/תַּעֲמֹ֧ד
ʻâmad
H5975
"to stand"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
Means 'to stand' in a strong sense, like in Exodus 17:12 where Moses stood with his arms up to help Israel win a battle.
Definition: : stand/stop/establish 1) to stand, remain, endure, take one's stand 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to stand, take one's stand, be in a standing attitude, stand forth, take a stand, present oneself, attend upon, be or become servant of 1a2) to stand still, stop (moving or doing), cease 1a3) to tarry, delay, remain, continue, abide, endure, persist, be steadfast 1a4) to make a stand, hold one's ground 1a5) to stand upright, remain standing, stand up, rise, be erect, be upright 1a6) to arise, appear, come on the scene, stand forth, appear, rise up or against 1a7) to stand with, take one's stand, be appointed, grow flat, grow insipid 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to station, set 1b2) to cause to stand firm, maintain 1b3) to cause to stand up, cause to set up, erect 1b4) to present (one) before (king) 1b5) to appoint, ordain, establish 1c) (Hophal) to be presented, be caused to stand, be stood before
Usage: Occurs in 497 OT verses. KJV: abide (behind), appoint, arise, cease, confirm, continue, dwell, be employed, endure, establish, leave, make, ordain, be (over), place, (be) present (self), raise up, remain, repair, [phrase] serve, set (forth, over, -tle, up), (make to, make to be at a, with-) stand (by, fast, firm, still, up), (be at a) stay (up), tarry. See also: Genesis 18:8; Joshua 21:44; 1 Chronicles 6:17.
מִלְחָמָ֛ה
milchâmâh
H4421
"battle"
N-fs
This word means battle or war, describing a fight or conflict. It is used in the Bible to talk about wars and battles, like the ones in the book of Joshua. The KJV translates it as battle or fight.
Definition: battle, war
Usage: Occurs in 308 OT verses. KJV: battle, fight(-ing), war(-rior). See also: Genesis 14:2; 1 Samuel 30:24; 2 Chronicles 13:14.
בְּ/גֶ֖זֶר
Gezer
H1507
"Gezer"
Prep | N-proper
Gezer is a place in the Bible, a city in Palestine near Ephraim. The name Gezer means portion, and it was a special city for the Levites. It is mentioned in the books of Joshua and Kings.
Definition: Gazer or Gezer = "portion" a Levitical city on the border of Ephraim Also named: gov (גֹּב "Gob" H1359)
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: Gazer, Gezer. See also: Joshua 10:33; 1 Kings 9:15; 1 Chronicles 20:4.
עִם
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Prep
This Hebrew word means with or together, like when God is with his people in Exodus 33:14-15. It's used to describe accompaniment or association, and can also mean against or beside. The word is used to convey a sense of relationship or proximity between people or things.
Definition: 1) with 1a) with 1b) against 1c) toward 1d) as long as
Usage: Occurs in 919 OT verses. KJV: accompanying, against, and, as ([idiom] long as), before, beside, by (reason of), for all, from (among, between), in, like, more than, of, (un-) to, with(-al). See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 21:14; Deuteronomy 29:11.
פְּלִשְׁתִּ֑ים
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.
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.
הִכָּ֞ה
nâkâh
H5221
"to smite"
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to strike or hit something, and it's used in many different ways, like in Exodus when God strikes down the Egyptians. It can also mean to punish or destroy, as seen in Isaiah. The word is used to describe God's judgment.
Definition: 1) to strike, smite, hit, beat, slay, kill 1a)(Niphal) to be stricken or smitten 1b) (Pual) to be stricken or smitten 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to smite, strike, beat, scourge, clap, applaud, give a thrust 1c2) to smite, kill, slay (man or beast) 1c3) to smite, attack, attack and destroy, conquer, subjugate, ravage 1c4) to smite, chastise, send judgment upon, punish, destroy 1d) (Hophal) to be smitten 1d1) to receive a blow 1d2) to be wounded 1d3) to be beaten 1d4) to be (fatally) smitten, be killed, be slain 1d5) to be attacked and captured 1d6) to be smitten (with disease) 1d7) to be blighted (of plants)
Usage: Occurs in 461 OT verses. KJV: beat, cast forth, clap, give (wounds), [idiom] go forward, [idiom] indeed, kill, make (slaughter), murderer, punish, slaughter, slay(-er, -ing), smite(-r, -ing), strike, be stricken, (give) stripes, [idiom] surely, wound. See also: Genesis 4:15; Joshua 10:20; 1 Samuel 29:5.
סִבְּכַ֣י
Çibbᵉkay
H5444
"Sibbecai"
N-proper
Sibbecai was an Israelite warrior and one of David's captains. He is mentioned in 2 Samuel as a brave fighter and leader of 24,000 men. His name means 'weaver'
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.21.18; also called Mebunnai (NIV: Sibbekai) at 2Sa.23.27; Also named: me.vun.nay (מְבֻנַּי "Mebunnai" H4012) § Sibbecai or Sibbechai = "weaver" one of David's guard and 8th captain for the 8th month of 24,000 men of the king's army; a Judaite, descendant of Zerah and called the 'Hushathite'
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Sibbecai, Sibbechai. See also: 2 Samuel 21:18; 1 Chronicles 20:4; 1 Chronicles 27:11.
הַ/חֻֽשָׁתִ֗י
Chushâthîy
H2843
"Hushathite"
Art | Ngmsa
Describes someone from the family line of Hushah, like two of David's mighty warriors in 2 Samuel 21:18.
Definition: Someone descended from Hushath(?), first mentioned at 2Sa.21.18 § Hushathite = "inhabitant of Hushah" an inhabitant of Hushah or a descendant of Hushah; the designation given to two of David's mighty warriors
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Hushathite. See also: 2 Samuel 21:18; 1 Chronicles 11:29; 1 Chronicles 27:11.
אֶת
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.
סִפַּ֛י
Çippay
H5598
"Sippai"
N-proper
Sippai was a Philistine, son of Rapha and brother of Goliath, mentioned in 2 Samuel 21:18 and 1 Chronicles 20:4.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.21.18; son of: Rapha (H7497A); brother of: Goliath (H1555), Ishbi-benob (H3430) , Lahmi (H3902), huge_man (H4060A); also called Sippai at 1Ch.20.4; Another name of saph (סַף "Saph" H5593) § Sippai = "threshold" one of the sons of the Philistine giant slain by Sibbechai the Hushathite
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Sippai. Compare H5593 (סַף). See also: 1 Chronicles 20:4.
מִ/ילִדֵ֥י
yâlîyd
H3211
"born"
Prep | N-mp
This Hebrew word means born, referring to a child or son, like a home-born son or daughter.
Definition: born
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: (home-) born, child, son. See also: Genesis 14:14; Numbers 13:22; Jeremiah 2:14.
הָ/רְפָאִ֖ים
râphâʼ
H7497
"Rapha"
Art | N-proper
The Raphaite were a group of giants, including Goliath, mentioned in 2 Samuel 21:16, who lived during the time of King David.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.21.16; father of: Goliath (H1555), Ishbi-benob (H3430), Saph (H5593), Lahmi (H3902), huge_man (H4060A); also translated "giant"; Also named: re.pha.im (רְפָאִים "Raphaite" H7497H) § giant, Rephah
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: giant, Rapha, Rephaim(-s). See also H1051 (בֵּית רָפָא). See also: Genesis 14:5; 2 Samuel 5:22; Isaiah 17:5.
וַ/יִּכָּנֵֽעוּ
kânaʻ
H3665
"be humble"
Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-3mp
To be humble means to bend your knee and submit to someone or something, like God. In the Bible, it's about being lowly and under God's authority. It appears in books like Proverbs and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) to be humble, be humbled, be subdued, be brought down, be low, be under, be brought into subjection 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to humble oneself 1a2) to be humbled, be subdued 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to humble 1b2) to subdue
Usage: Occurs in 32 OT verses. KJV: bring down (low), into subjection, under, humble (self), subdue. See also: Leviticus 26:41; 2 Chronicles 12:12; Psalms 81:15.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 20:4
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Context — Battles against the Philistines
2Then David took the crown from the head of their king. It was found to weigh a talent of gold and was set with precious stones, and it was placed on David’s head. And David took a great amount of plunder from the city.
3David brought out the people who were there and put them to work with saws, iron picks, and axes. And he did the same to all the Ammonite cities. Then David and all his troops returned to Jerusalem.
4Some time later, war broke out with the Philistines at Gezer. At that time Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Sippai, a descendant of the Rephaim, and the Philistines were subdued.
5Once again there was a battle with the Philistines, and Elhanan son of Jair killed Lahmi the brother of Goliath the Gittite, the shaft of whose spear was like a weaver’s beam. 6And there was also a battle at Gath, where there was a man of great stature with six fingers on each hand and six toes on each foot—twenty-four in all. He too was descended from Rapha,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 2 Samuel 21:18–22 | Some time later at Gob, there was another battle with the Philistines. At that time Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Saph, one of the descendants of Rapha. Once again there was a battle with the Philistines at Gob, and Elhanan son of Jair the Bethlehemite killed the brother of Goliath the Gittite, the shaft of whose spear was like a weaver’s beam. And there was still another battle at Gath, where there was a man of great stature with six fingers on each hand and six toes on each foot—twenty-four in all. He too was descended from Rapha, and when he taunted Israel, Jonathan the son of David’s brother Shimei killed him. So these four descendants of Rapha in Gath fell at the hands of David and his servants. |
| 2 | 2 Samuel 21:15 | Once again the Philistines waged war against Israel, and David and his servants went down and fought against the Philistines; but David became exhausted. |
| 3 | Joshua 12:12 | the king of Eglon, one; the king of Gezer, one; |
| 4 | Joshua 16:3 | Then it descended westward to the border of the Japhletites as far as the border of Lower Beth-horon and on to Gezer, and it ended at the Sea. |
| 5 | 1 Chronicles 11:29 | Sibbecai the Hushathite, Ilai the Ahohite, |
1 Chronicles 20:4 Summary
This verse tells us about a time when the Israelites, led by King David, fought against the Philistines at a city called Gezer. A man named Sibbecai bravely killed a giant named Sippai, and the Philistines were defeated. This story shows us that God is powerful and helps those who trust in Him, just like He helped David when he fought against Goliath (1 Samuel 17:1-58). It reminds us to have faith and trust in God, even when we face big challenges or scary situations, because He is always with us and will help us overcome them (Psalm 23:4).
Frequently Asked Questions
Who were the Rephaim mentioned in 1 Chronicles 20:4?
The Rephaim were a group of giants mentioned in the Bible, descended from Rapha, as seen in 1 Chronicles 20:6 and 2 Samuel 21:16-22. They were known for their large stature and strength.
What is the significance of Sibbecai the Hushathite killing Sippai?
Sibbecai's victory over Sippai, a descendant of the Rephaim, demonstrates God's power and favor over the Israelites, as seen in similar stories like David and Goliath in 1 Samuel 17:1-58.
Where is Gezer and why is it important?
Gezer was a city in the territory of the Philistines, and its location is significant because it was a border city near Israel, as mentioned in Joshua 21:21 and 1 Kings 9:15-17.
How does this verse relate to the overall story of 1 Chronicles?
This verse is part of a larger narrative in 1 Chronicles that highlights the military victories and conquests of King David, demonstrating his faithfulness to God and God's covenant with him, as seen in 2 Samuel 7:1-17 and 1 Chronicles 17:1-15.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's power and provision in times of war and conflict?
- How does Sibbecai's bravery and faith in this story inspire me to trust in God's power in my own life?
- What can I learn from the way the Israelites, led by King David, trusted in God for victory over their enemies?
- In what ways can I apply the principles of faith and trust seen in this verse to my own struggles and challenges?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 20:4
See Gill "1 Chronicles 20:1".
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 20:4
And it came to pass after this, that there arose war at Gezer with the Philistines; at which time Sibbechai And it came to pass after this, that there arose war at Gezer with the Philistines; at
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 20:4
1 Chronicles 20:4 And it came to pass after this, that there arose war at Gezer with the Philistines; at which time Sibbechai the Hushathite slew Sippai, [that was] of the children of the giant: and they were subdued. Ver. 4. &c.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 20:4
II. This section corresponds to 2 Samuel 21:18-22. The chronicler has omitted the history of Absalom’s rebellion, with all the events which preceded and followed it, as recorded in 2 Samuel 13-20; and, further, the touching story of the sacrifice of seven sous of Saul at the demand of the Gibeonites (2 Samuel 21:1-14). (4) And it came to pass after this.—Comp. Notes on 1 Chronicles 18:1; 1 Chronicles 19:1. The chronicler has omitted, whether by accident or design, the account with which, in 2 Samuel 21:15-17, this fragmentary section begins, and which tells how David was all but slain by the giant Ishbi-benob. There arose war.—Literally, there stood, an unique phrase, which perhaps originated in a misreading of that which appears in 2 Samuel 21:18, “there became again.” Gezer.—Samuel, “Gob,” an unknown place. Each word (spelling Gôb fully) has three consonants in Hebrew, of which the first is common to both, and the other two are similar enough to make corruption easy. For “Gezer,” see Joshua 16:3. The Syriac and Arabic here read “Gaza”; but Gezer (so LXX. and Vulg.) seems right.
Sibbechai the Hushathite.—See 1 Chronicles 11:29; 1 Chronicles 27:11. Sippai.—Samuel, “Saph.” Of the children of the giant.—See margin. Render, Sippai, of the offspring (a special term—yĕ ?lîdê—see Numbers 13:22; Joshua 15:14) of the Rephaites. “Rapha” was doubtless the collective tribal designation of the gigantic Rephaim (Genesis 14:5). And they were subdued—Added by chronicler.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 20:4
4. at Gezer] See 1 Chronicles 6:67, note. In 2 Samuel 5:25 it is said that David smote the Philistines “from Geba until thou come to Gezer.” In 2 Sam. at Gob, but no place called Gob is known. Sippai] In 2 Sam. “Saph.” giant] Heb. “Rapha”; the same Heb. word in the plu. “Rephaim” is translated “giants” in Deuteronomy 2:11, A.V. These Rephaim dwelt east of Jordan, but may have been akin to the Philistines.
Barnes' Notes on 1 Chronicles 20:4
See the marginal reference and notes.
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 20:4
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David's Mighty Men (2 Samuel 21:18-22) by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of David's mighty men in their corporate battle against the remnants of Goliath's lineage, illustrating the transition from individual |