1 Samuel 14:50

1 Samuel 14:50 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

His wife’s name was Ahinoam daughter of Ahimaaz. The name of the commander of his army was Abner, the son of Saul’s uncle Ner.

King James Version KJV

And the name of Saul’s wife was Ahinoam, the daughter of Ahimaaz: and the name of the captain of his host was Abner, the son of Ner, Saul’s uncle.

American Standard Version ASV

and the name of Saul’s wife was Ahinoam the daughter of Ahimaaz. And the name of the captain of his host was Abner the son of Ner, Saul’s uncle.

Bible in Basic English BBE

The name of Saul's wife was Ahinoam, the daughter of Ahimaaz; the captain of his army was Abner, the son of Ner, brother of Saul's father.

Free Bible Version FBV

The name of his wife was Ahinoam, daughter of Ahimaaz. The name of Saul's army commander was Abner, son of Ner, and Ner was Saul's uncle.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

And the name of Sauls wife was Ahinoam the daughter of Ahimaaz: and the name of his chiefe captaine was Abner the sonne of Ner, Sauls vncle.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

and the name of the wife of Saul [is] Ahinoam, daughter of Ahimaaz; and the name of the head of his host [is] Abner son of Ner, uncle of Saul;

World English Bible WEB

The name of Saul’s wife was Ahinoam the daughter of Ahimaaz. The name of the captain of his army was Abner the son of Ner, Saul’s uncle.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

And the name of Saul's wife was Ahinoam, the daughter of Ahimaaz: and the name of the captain of his host was Abner, the son of Ner, Saul's uncle.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And the name of Saul’s wife, was Achinoam the daughter of Achimaas; and the name of the captain of his army was Abner, the son of Ner, the cousin german of Saul.

Translation for Translators T4T

Saul’s wife was Ahinoam, the daughter of Ahimaaz. The commander of Saul’s army was Abner, who was the son of Saul’s uncle Ner.

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1 Samuel 14:50 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וְ/שֵׁם֙ אֵ֣שֶׁת שָׁא֔וּל אֲחִינֹ֖עַם בַּת אֲחִימָ֑עַץ וְ/שֵׁ֤ם שַׂר צְבָא/וֹ֙ אֲבִינֵ֔ר בֶּן נֵ֖ר דּ֥וֹד שָׁאֽוּל

וְ/שֵׁם֙ shêm H8034 name Conj | N-ms

אֵ֣שֶׁת ʼishshâh H802 woman N-fs

שָׁא֔וּל Shâʼûwl H7586 Shaul N-proper

אֲחִינֹ֖עַם ʼĂchîynôʻam H293 Ahinoam N-proper

בַּת bath H1323 Bath (Shua) N-fs

אֲחִימָ֑עַץ ʼĂchîymaʻats H290 Ahimaaz N-proper

וְ/שֵׁ֤ם shêm H8034 name Conj | N-ms

שַׂר sar H8269 ruler N-ms

צְבָא/וֹ֙ tsâbâʼ H6635 army N-cs | Suff

אֲבִינֵ֔ר ʼAbnêr H74 Abner N-proper

בֶּן bên H1121 son N-ms

נֵ֖ר Nêr H5369 Ner N-proper

דּ֥וֹד dôwd H1730 beloved N-ms

שָׁאֽוּל Shâʼûwl H7586 Shaul N-proper

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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Samuel 14:50

וְ/שֵׁם֙ shêm H8034 "name" Conj | N-ms

In the Bible, a name represents a person's identity, honor, and character, like God's name symbolizing His power and authority. It appears in Genesis and other books, often referring to God's name or a person's reputation. This concept is central to understanding biblical identity.

Definition: 1) name 1a) name 1b) reputation, fame, glory 1c) the Name (as designation of God) 1d) memorial, monument Aramaic equivalent: shum (שֻׁם "name" H8036)

Usage: Occurs in 771 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. See also: Genesis 2:11; Exodus 3:15; Deuteronomy 16:6.

אֵ֣שֶׁת ʼishshâh H802 "woman" N-fs

The Hebrew word for woman, used to describe a female person, wife, or animal, appears in many biblical passages, including Genesis and Exodus, and is often translated as woman, wife, or female.

Definition: : woman 1) woman, wife, female 1a) woman (opposite of man) 1b) wife (woman married to a man) 1c) female (of animals) 1d) each, every (pronoun)

Usage: Occurs in 686 OT verses. KJV: (adulter) ess, each, every, female, [idiom] many, [phrase] none, one, [phrase] together, wife, woman. Often unexpressed in English. See also: Genesis 2:22; Genesis 34:4; Numbers 5:12.

שָׁא֔וּל Shâʼûwl H7586 "Shaul" 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.

אֲחִינֹ֖עַם ʼĂchîynôʻam H293 "Ahinoam" N-proper

Ahinoam was the name of two women in the Bible, one was the wife of King Saul and the other was the wife of King David. Her name means my brother is delight. She was the mother of Amnon, David's son.

Definition: A woman living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Sa.25.43; married to David (H1732); mother of: Amnon (H0550) § Ahinoam = "my brother is delight" 1) wife of Saul, daughter of Ahimaaz 2) wife of David, mother of Amnon, a Jezreelitess

Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Ahinoam. See also: 1 Samuel 14:50; 1 Samuel 30:5; 1 Chronicles 3:1.

בַּת bath H1323 "Bath (Shua)" N-fs

The Hebrew word for daughter is used to describe a female child or a woman, and can also be used figuratively. In the Bible, it is used to describe women like Bathsheba, the wife of Uriah and later of King David.

Definition: A woman living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.38.2; daughter of: Shua (H7770); married to Judah (H3063); mother of: Er (H6147), Onan (H0209) and Shelah (H7956) the wife of Uriah whom David had murdered, having had adulterous relations with her; subsequently wife of David and mother of Solomon, Shimea, Shobab, and Nathan (alternate spelling to 'Bathsheba')

Usage: Occurs in 498 OT verses. KJV: apple (of the eye), branch, company, daughter, [idiom] first, [idiom] old, [phrase] owl, town, village. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 2:21; Ruth 1:13.

אֲחִימָ֑עַץ ʼĂchîymaʻats H290 "Ahimaaz" N-proper

Ahimaaz means my brother is anger, the name of three Israelites, including a supply officer of Solomon and Zadok's son who aided David. He is mentioned in 1 Kings 4:15. Ahimaaz was a common name in biblical times.

Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ki.4.15; married to Basemath (H1315) § Ahimaaz = "my brother is anger (wrath)" 1) father-in-law of Saul 2) Zadok's son who aided David during Absalom's rebellion 3) a supply officer of Solomon

Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: Ahimaaz. See also: 1 Samuel 14:50; 2 Samuel 18:23; 1 Chronicles 6:38.

וְ/שֵׁ֤ם shêm H8034 "name" Conj | N-ms

Definition: 1) name 1a) name 1b) reputation, fame, glory 1c) the Name (as designation of God) 1d) memorial, monument Aramaic equivalent: shum (שֻׁם "name" H8036)

Usage: Occurs in 771 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. See also: Genesis 2:11; Exodus 3:15; Deuteronomy 16:6.

שַׂר sar H8269 "ruler" N-ms

A leader or person in charge, like a prince or captain, as seen in the Bible with King David and other rulers.

Definition: 1) prince, ruler, leader, chief, chieftain, official, captain 1a) chieftain, leader 1b) vassal, noble, official (under king) 1c) captain, general, commander (military) 1d) chief, head, overseer (of other official classes) 1e) heads, princes (of religious office) 1f) elders (of representative leaders of people) 1g) merchant-princes (of rank and dignity) 1h) patron-angel 1i) Ruler of rulers (of God) 1j) warden

Usage: Occurs in 368 OT verses. KJV: captain (that had rule), chief (captain), general, governor, keeper, lord,(-task-)master, prince(-ipal), ruler, steward. See also: Genesis 12:15; 1 Kings 22:32; 2 Chronicles 32:21.

צְבָא/וֹ֙ tsâbâʼ H6635 "army" N-cs | Suff

This Hebrew word means a large group of people or things, often referring to an army or a campaign, and is also used to describe the Lord's hosts. It appears in the Bible as a name for God, emphasizing His power and authority. In the KJV, it's translated as 'host' or 'army'.

Definition: : army 1) that which goes forth, army, war, warfare, host 1a) army, host 1a1) host (of organised army) 1a2) host (of angels) 1a3) of sun, moon, and stars 1a4) of whole creation 1b) war, warfare, service, go out to war 1c) service

Usage: Occurs in 463 OT verses. KJV: appointed time, ([phrase]) army, ([phrase]) battle, company, host, service, soldiers, waiting upon, war(-fare). See also: Genesis 2:1; 1 Samuel 17:55; Psalms 24:10.

אֲבִינֵ֔ר ʼAbnêr H74 "Abner" N-proper

Abner was a prominent Israelite, cousin of King Saul, and army captain, who played a key role in the book of 1 Samuel.

Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Sa.14.50; son of: Ner (H5369); father of: Jaasiel (H3300H) § Abner = "my father is a lamp" Saul's cousin and army captain, treacherously slain by Joab

Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: Abner. See also: 1 Samuel 14:50; 2 Samuel 3:8; 1 Chronicles 27:21.

בֶּן bên H1121 "son" N-ms

In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.

Definition: : child/son

Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.

נֵ֖ר Nêr H5369 "Ner" N-proper

Ner was an Israelite man who lived during the time of the United Monarchy. He is mentioned in the Bible as the father of several sons, including Kish, and is an ancestor of King Saul. Ner is also known as Jeiel in some parts of the Bible.

Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Sa.9.1; son of: Zeror (H6872C); married to Maacah (H4601N); father of: Kish (H7027), Ner (H5369), Abdon (H5658J), Zur (H6698I), Baal (H1168B), Nadab (H5070J), Gedor (H1446I), Ahio (H0283I), Zecher (H2144) and Mikloth (H4732); also called Jeiel (Ketiv: Jeuel; KJV: Jehiel) at 1Ch.9.35; Ner at 1Ch.8.33; 9.39; Another name of a.vi.el (אֲבִיאֵל "Abiel" H0022G) § Ner = "lamp" 1) son of Jehiel, father of Kish, and grandfather of king Saul 2) father of Abner, the uncle of Saul 2a) perhaps the same as 1

Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: Ner. See also: 1 Samuel 14:50; 2 Samuel 3:28; 1 Chronicles 26:28.

דּ֥וֹד dôwd H1730 "beloved" N-ms

This word means 'beloved' or 'love', implying a strong affection, and can also refer to an uncle or close relative.

Definition: : beloved 1) beloved, love, uncle 1a) loved one, beloved 1b) uncle 1c) love (pl. abstract)

Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: (well-) beloved, father's brother, love, uncle. See also: Leviticus 10:4; Song of Solomon 5:1; Proverbs 7:18.

שָׁאֽוּל Shâʼûwl H7586 "Shaul" N-proper

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 Samuel 14:50

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1 Samuel 14:50 Summary
Frequently Asked Questions
Reflection Questions
Gill's Exposition on 1 Samuel 14:50
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Samuel 14:50
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Samuel 14:50
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Samuel 14:50
Cambridge Bible on 1 Samuel 14:50
Barnes' Notes on 1 Samuel 14:50
Sermons on 1 Samuel 14:50

Context — Saul’s Victories

48He fought valiantly and defeated the Amalekites, delivering Israel from the hands of its plunderers. 49Now the sons of Saul were Jonathan, Ishvi, and Malchishua. His two daughters were named Merab (his firstborn) and Michal (his younger daughter).

50His wife’s name was Ahinoam daughter of Ahimaaz. The name of the commander of his army was Abner, the son of Saul’s uncle Ner.

51Saul’s father Kish and Abner’s father Ner were sons of Abiel. 52And the war with the Philistines was fierce for all the days of Saul. So whenever he noticed any strong or brave man, Saul would enlist him.

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	2 Samuel 2:8	Meanwhile, Abner son of Ner, the commander of Saul’s army, took Saul’s son Ish-bosheth, moved him to Mahanaim,
2	1 Samuel 17:55	As Saul had watched David going out to confront the Philistine, he said to Abner the commander of the army, “Abner, whose son is this young man?” “As surely as you live, O king,” Abner replied, “I do not know.”
3	2 Samuel 3:27	When Abner returned to Hebron, Joab pulled him aside into the gateway, as if to speak to him privately, and there Joab stabbed him in the stomach. So Abner died on account of the blood of Joab’s brother Asahel.

1 Samuel 14:50 Summary

This verse tells us about Saul's family and the leader of his army. Saul's wife was Ahinoam, and his army commander was Abner, who was related to Saul. This information helps us understand the people and relationships that were important to Saul, just like how our own family and friends are important to us (as seen in Proverbs 17:17). By learning about these relationships, we can better understand the events that happen in the rest of the story of 1 Samuel, and it reminds us of the importance of praying for our leaders, as encouraged in 1 Timothy 2:1-4.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was Ahinoam, the wife of Saul?

Ahinoam was the daughter of Ahimaaz and the wife of Saul, as mentioned in 1 Samuel 14:50, and she played an important role in the life of Saul, although little is known about her from the biblical account, we can learn about the importance of a wife's role from Proverbs 31:10-12.

What was the role of Abner in Saul's army?

Abner was the commander of Saul's army, as stated in 1 Samuel 14:50, and the son of Ner, who was Saul's uncle, indicating a close family tie and a position of significant responsibility, similar to the role of Joab in 2 Samuel 8:16.

Why is it important to know the family relationships of biblical figures?

Understanding the family relationships of biblical figures, such as those mentioned in 1 Samuel 14:50, helps to provide context and insight into the events and dynamics of the biblical narrative, as seen in the importance of family relationships in Genesis 12:1-3 and the stories of the patriarchs.

How does this verse relate to the larger story of 1 Samuel?

This verse provides important background information on the family and military leadership of Saul, which is crucial to understanding the events that unfold in the rest of 1 Samuel, including the rise of David as king, as seen in 1 Samuel 16:1-13.

Reflection Questions

What can we learn from the way Saul's family and military leadership are presented in this verse, and how does it reflect his character as a leader?
How does the mention of Abner as the commander of Saul's army foreshadow his future role in the story of 1 Samuel?
In what ways can we apply the importance of family relationships and leadership, as seen in this verse, to our own lives and relationships?
What does this verse reveal about the values and priorities of Saul, and how does it relate to the overall theme of 1 Samuel?
How can we use this verse as a reminder to pray for our leaders and those in positions of authority, as encouraged in 1 Timothy 2:1-4?

Gill's Exposition on 1 Samuel 14:50

And the name of Saul's wife was Ahinoam, the daughter of Ahimaaz,.... Who very probably was the mother of all the above children, and therefore taken notice of; and Abarbinel conjectures that

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Samuel 14:50

And the name of Saul's wife was Ahinoam, the daughter of Ahimaaz: and the name of the captain of his host was Abner, the son of Ner, Saul's uncle. Abner - i:e., father of a light [Septuagint, Abenneer].

Trapp's Commentary on 1 Samuel 14:50

1 Samuel 14:50 And the name of Saul’ s wife [was] Ahinoam, the daughter of Ahimaaz: and the name of the captain of his host [was] Abner, the son of Ner, Saul’ s uncle. Ver. 50. And the name of Saul’ s wife.] We read but of this one wife that Saul had: and this some: do number among his virtues, that he multiplied not wives, according to Deuteronomy 17:17. Howbeit, he had a concubine, Rizpah, and children by her, which for their father’ s fault were hanged in David’ s days. Pellican.

Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Samuel 14:50

(50) Saul’s wife.—In accordance with a usual practice, the name of the most prominent of the family and royal household of the king are given. We know nothing of Saul’s queen besides her name. It has been surmised that she was of the family of Eli, the high priest, owing to the Ah (brother) entering into her name and that of her father, Ahimaaz, as this compound was apparently the favourite prefix to names in this great and renowned house. The simplicity and modesty of the king’s domestic habits is evident. Ewald thinks from this circumstance that he had only this one wife and one concubine, Rizpah, the daughter of Aiah, afterwards so famous for her sad misfortunes and for her devoted love to her ill-fated children. (See 2 Samuel 21:8-12.) The captain of his host was Abner.—This “cousin”—or, as some have understood the sentence, the uncle—of King Saul was evidently a man of rare powers and ability. The brilliant campaigns of this reign were, no doubt, in no small measure owing to the military skill of this great commander. After the terrible disaster on Mount Gilboa, Abner was the mainstay of the house of the dead King Saul, and when he died the generous David followed the bier, and lamented over him with a lamentation which has come down to us in words ever memorable: “Know ye not that there is a prince and a great man fallen this day in Israel.” His son Jaasiel was subsequently allowed the first place in the tribe of Benjamin. (See 1 Chronicles 27:21.)

Cambridge Bible on 1 Samuel 14:50

50. Abner the son of Ner Saul’s uncle] Grammatically, “Saul’s uncle” might refer either to Abner or to Ner, but it is almost certain that it must refer to the latter, so that Saul and Abner were first cousins. 1 Samuel 14:51 should be read, according to Josephus, “And Kish the father of Saul and Ner the father of Abner were sons of Abiel.” It is true that the genealogies in 1 Chronicles 8:33; 1 Chronicles 9:39 make Ner the grandfather of Saul and consequently Abner Saul’s uncle: but (a) Ner is not mentioned among Saul’s ancestors in ch. 1 Samuel 9:1, and (b) it is difficult to suppose that Abner who was in full vigour for seven years after Saul’s death (2 Samuel 2, 3) could have belonged to the generation above him. There is probably some confusion of the names in Chronicles.

Barnes' Notes on 1 Samuel 14:50

The only other “Ahimaaz” mentioned in Scripture was the son of Zadok the priest. The word “Ahi” (brother) is frequently found in composition in names in the High Priest’s family, e. g. in Ahijah, Ahimelech.

Sermons on 1 Samuel 14:50

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	Witness Unto Jesus by G.W. North	In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of living a life dedicated to God. He highlights the book of Acts as a testament to the life of the early church and the signi
	The Defeated Father by Emanuel Esh	In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of defeat in our homes and provides guidance on how to overcome it. He shares his own experience of raising four daughters and how t

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