1 Samuel 24:2
1 Samuel 24:2 in Multiple Translations
So Saul took three thousand chosen men from all Israel and went to look for David and his men in the region of the Rocks of the Wild Goats.
Then Saul took three thousand chosen men out of all Israel, and went to seek David and his men upon the rocks of the wild goats.
Then Saul took three thousand chosen men out of all Israel, and went to seek David and his men upon the rocks of the wild goats.
Then Saul took three thousand of the best men out of all Israel, and went in search of David and his men on the rocks of the mountain goats.
So Saul took three thousand specially-picked men from all Israel and went searching for David and his men in the area around Wild Goats' Rocks.
When Saul was turned from ye Philistims, they told him, saying, Behold, Dauid is in the wildernes of En-gedi.
And Saul taketh three thousand chosen men out of all Israel, and goeth to seek David and his men, on the front of the rocks of the wild goats,
Then Saul took three thousand chosen men out of all Israel, and went to seek David and his men on the rocks of the wild goats.
Then Saul took three thousand chosen men out of all Israel, and went to seek David and his men upon the rocks of the wild goats.
And when Saul was returned from following the Philistines, they told him, saying: Behold, David is in the desert of Engaddi.
When Saul heard that, he chose 3,000 men from various areas in Israel, and they went to search for David and his men at a place named Rocks of Wild Goats.
So Saul got 3,000 of his best soldiers together from every place in Israel. And they went off to look for David and his men in the hill country, near a place called the rocks of the wild goats.
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Context — David Spares Saul
2So Saul took three thousand chosen men from all Israel and went to look for David and his men in the region of the Rocks of the Wild Goats.
3Soon Saul came to the sheepfolds along the road, where there was a cave, and he went in to relieve himself. And David and his men were hiding in the recesses of the cave. 4So David’s men said to him, “This is the day about which the LORD said to you, ‘Behold, I will deliver your enemy into your hand, that you may do with him as you wish.’” Then David crept up and stealthily cut off a corner of Saul’s robe.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Samuel 26:2 | So Saul, accompanied by three thousand chosen men of Israel, went down to the Wilderness of Ziph to search for David there. |
| 2 | Psalms 104:18 | The high mountains are for the wild goats, the cliffs a refuge for the rock badgers. |
| 3 | Psalms 37:32 | Though the wicked lie in wait for the righteous, and seek to slay them, |
| 4 | Psalms 38:12 | Those who seek my life lay snares; those who wish me harm speak destruction, plotting deceit all day long. |
| 5 | Psalms 141:6 | When their rulers are thrown down from the cliffs, the people will listen to my words, for they are pleasant. |
| 6 | 1 Samuel 13:2 | He chose for himself three thousand men of Israel: Two thousand were with Saul at Michmash and in the hill country of Bethel, and a thousand were with Jonathan in Gibeah of Benjamin. And the rest of the troops he sent away, each to his own home. |
1 Samuel 24:2 Summary
[This verse shows how Saul, the king of Israel, was still trying to kill David, and he took three thousand men to look for him in the wilderness. This was despite God's clear plan to make David the next king, as seen in 1 Samuel 16:13. Saul's actions demonstrate how people can resist God's will and try to do things their own way, but God is still in control, as seen in Psalm 135:6. We can learn from this verse to trust in God's sovereignty and timing, rather than trying to take matters into our own hands.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Saul take three thousand men to look for David?
Saul took three thousand men to look for David because he was still trying to kill him, as seen in 1 Samuel 23:14-15, and he wanted to make sure he had enough men to capture or kill David.
What is the significance of the Rocks of the Wild Goats?
The Rocks of the Wild Goats, also known as En-gedi, was a wilderness area where David and his men were hiding, as mentioned in 1 Samuel 23:29, and it provided a place for them to escape from Saul's pursuit.
How does this verse relate to God's sovereignty?
This verse shows how God is sovereign over all things, even the actions of kings like Saul, as seen in Proverbs 21:1, and how He can use these actions to accomplish His purposes, such as protecting David and fulfilling His promise to make him king.
What can we learn from Saul's actions in this verse?
We can learn from Saul's actions that when we try to take matters into our own hands and pursue our own desires, rather than trusting in God, we can end up doing harm to others and ourselves, as seen in Psalm 37:7, and that we should instead trust in God's sovereignty and timing.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I try to take matters into my own hands, rather than trusting in God's sovereignty?
- How can I apply the lesson of trusting in God's sovereignty to my own life, especially in difficult or uncertain situations?
- What are some ways that God has protected and provided for me in the past, and how can I trust Him to do so in the future?
- How can I use this verse to encourage others who are facing difficult circumstances and feeling pursued or overwhelmed?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Samuel 24:2
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Samuel 24:2
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Samuel 24:2
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Samuel 24:2
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Samuel 24:2
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Samuel 24:2
Cambridge Bible on 1 Samuel 24:2
Barnes' Notes on 1 Samuel 24:2
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Samuel 24:2
Sermons on 1 Samuel 24:2
| Sermon | Description | |
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The Ibex or the Wild Goat by Harriet N. Cook | Harriet N. Cook uses the example of the ibex, also known as the wild goat, to illustrate God's provision and protection for His creation. Just as the ibex has been equipped by God |
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God Doesn't Give Up on Children Who Fall by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher addresses the bondage and fear that many people experience due to past traumas and sins. He emphasizes that God's hand is a hand of love and deliveranc |
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Victory or Survival - Part 1 by Winkie Pratney | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Saul and the Israelites facing a dangerous enemy named Nehash. The Israelites were distressed and hid themselves in caves, rocks |



