1 Samuel 30:25

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1 Samuel 30:25 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

And so it has been from that day forward. David established this statute as an ordinance for Israel to this very day.

King James Version KJV

And it was so from that day forward, that he made it a statute and an ordinance for Israel unto this day.

American Standard Version ASV

And it was so from that day forward, that he made it a statute and an ordinance for Israel unto this day.

Bible in Basic English BBE

And so he made it a rule and an order for Israel from that day till now.

Free Bible Version FBV

David made this the rule and regulation for Israel from that day until now.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

So from that day forward hee made it a statute and a lawe in Israel, vntill this day.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

And it cometh to pass from that day and forward, that he appointeth it for a statute and for an ordinance for Israel unto this day.

World English Bible WEB

It was so from that day forward that he made it a statute and an ordinance for Israel to this day.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

And it was so from that day forward, that he made it a statute and an ordinance for Israel to this day.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And this hath been done from that day forward, and since was made a statute, and an ordinance, and as a law in Israel.

Translation for Translators T4T

David made that to be a law [DOU] for the Israeli people, and that is still a law in Israel.

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1 Samuel 30:25 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וַ/יְהִ֕י מֵֽ/הַ/יּ֥וֹם הַ/ה֖וּא וָ/מָ֑עְלָ/ה וַ/יְשִׂמֶ֜/הָ לְ/חֹ֤ק וּ/לְ/מִשְׁפָּט֙ לְ/יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל עַ֖ד הַ/יּ֥וֹם הַ/זֶּֽה

וַ/יְהִ֕י hâyâh H1961 to be Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms

מֵֽ/הַ/יּ֥וֹם yôwm H3117 day Prep | Art | N-ms

הַ/ה֖וּא hûwʼ H1931 he/she/it Art | Pron

וָ/מָ֑עְלָ/ה maʻal H4605 above Conj | Adv | Suff

וַ/יְשִׂמֶ֜/הָ sûwm H7760 to set Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms | Suff

לְ/חֹ֤ק chôq H2706 statute Prep | N-ms

וּ/לְ/מִשְׁפָּט֙ mishpâṭ H4941 justice Conj | Prep | N-ms

לְ/יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל Yisrâʼêl H3478 Israel Prep | N-proper

עַ֖ד ʻad H5704 till Prep

הַ/יּ֥וֹם yôwm H3117 day Art | N-ms

הַ/זֶּֽה zeh H2088 this Art | Pron

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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Samuel 30:25

וַ/יְהִ֕י 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.

מֵֽ/הַ/יּ֥וֹם yôwm H3117 "day" Prep | Art | N-ms

The Hebrew word 'yom' refers to a day, which can be a literal 24-hour period or a figurative space of time. It is used in the Bible to describe a wide range of time periods, from a single day to a year or a lifetime. The word 'yom' is used in many different contexts throughout the Bible.

Definition: : day/when/time/period 1) day, time, year 1a) day (as opposed to night) 1b) day (24 hour period) 1b1) as defined by evening and morning in Genesis 1 1b2) as a division of time 1b2a) a working day, a day's journey 1c) days, lifetime (pl.) 1d) time, period (general) 1e) year 1f) temporal references 1f1) today 1f2) yesterday 1f3) tomorrow

Usage: Occurs in 1930 OT verses. KJV: age, [phrase] always, [phrase] chronicals, continually(-ance), daily, ((birth-), each, to) day, (now a, two) days (agone), [phrase] elder, [idiom] end, [phrase] evening, [phrase] (for) ever(-lasting, -more), [idiom] full, life, as (so) long as (... live), (even) now, [phrase] old, [phrase] outlived, [phrase] perpetually, presently, [phrase] remaineth, [idiom] required, season, [idiom] since, space, then, (process of) time, [phrase] as at other times, [phrase] in trouble, weather, (as) when, (a, the, within a) while (that), [idiom] whole ([phrase] age), (full) year(-ly), [phrase] younger. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 33:13; Exodus 23:15.

הַ/ה֖וּא hûwʼ H1931 "he/she/it" Art | Pron

This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.

Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)

Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.

וָ/מָ֑עְלָ/ה maʻal H4605 "above" Conj | Adv | Suff

Means above or higher, used to describe something's location or position. In the Bible, it appears in passages like Genesis 1:7, where God separates the waters above from the waters below. This word helps us understand God's creation.

Definition: subst 1) higher part, upper part adv 1a) above prep 1b) on the top of, above, on higher ground than with locative 1c) upwards, higher, above

Usage: Occurs in 134 OT verses. KJV: above, exceeding(-ly), forward, on ([idiom] very) high, over, up(-on, -ward), very. See also: Genesis 6:16; 1 Samuel 30:25; Psalms 74:5.

וַ/יְשִׂמֶ֜/הָ sûwm H7760 "to set" Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms | Suff

This Hebrew word means to put or place something, and is used in many different ways in the Bible, such as to appoint or determine something. It is first used in Genesis to describe God's creation. In the KJV, it is translated as 'appoint' or 'set' in various contexts.

Definition: : make/establish 1) to put, place, set, appoint, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to put, set, lay, put or lay upon, lay (violent) hands on 1a2) to set, direct, direct toward 1a2a) to extend (compassion) (fig) 1a3) to set, ordain, establish, found, appoint, constitute, make, determine, fix 1a4) to set, station, put, set in place, plant, fix 1a5) to make, make for, transform into, constitute, fashion, work, bring to pass, appoint, give 1b) (Hiphil) to set or make for a sign 1c) (Hophal) to be set

Usage: Occurs in 550 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] any wise, appoint, bring, call (a name), care, cast in, change, charge, commit, consider, convey, determine, [phrase] disguise, dispose, do, get, give, heap up, hold, impute, lay (down, up), leave, look, make (out), mark, [phrase] name, [idiom] on, ordain, order, [phrase] paint, place, preserve, purpose, put (on), [phrase] regard, rehearse, reward, (cause to) set (on, up), shew, [phrase] stedfastly, take, [idiom] tell, [phrase] tread down, (over-)turn, [idiom] wholly, work. See also: Genesis 2:8; Leviticus 20:5; 1 Samuel 21:13.

לְ/חֹ֤ק chôq H2706 "statute" Prep | N-ms

In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a decree or law given by God, like the Ten Commandments. It appears in books like Exodus and Deuteronomy, guiding the Israelites' actions. This concept is essential to understanding God's expectations.

Definition: : decree 1) statute, ordinance, limit, something prescribed, due 1a) prescribed task 1b) prescribed portion 1c) action prescribed (for oneself), resolve 1d) prescribed due 1e) prescribed limit, boundary 1f) enactment, decree, ordinance 1f1) specific decree 1f2) law in general 1g) enactments, statutes 1g1) conditions 1g2) enactments 1g3) decrees 1g4) civil enactments prescribed by God

Usage: Occurs in 124 OT verses. KJV: appointed, bound, commandment, convenient, custom, decree(-d), due, law, measure, [idiom] necessary, ordinance(-nary), portion, set time, statute, task. See also: Genesis 47:22; Nehemiah 1:7; Psalms 2:7.

וּ/לְ/מִשְׁפָּט֙ mishpâṭ H4941 "justice" Conj | Prep | N-ms

Mishpat means justice or judgment, and is often used to describe God's righteous judgment, as well as human laws and decisions, in books like Deuteronomy and Isaiah.

Definition: : judgement/punishment 1) judgment, justice, ordinance 1a) judgment 1a1) act of deciding a case 1a2) place, court, seat of judgment 1a3) process, procedure, litigation (before judges) 1a4) case, cause (presented for judgment) 1a5) sentence, decision (of judgment) 1a6) execution (of judgment) 1a7) time (of judgment) 1b) justice, right, rectitude (attributes of God or man) 1c) ordinance 1d) decision (in law) 1e) right, privilege, due (legal) 1f) proper, fitting, measure, fitness, custom, manner, plan

Usage: Occurs in 406 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] adversary, ceremony, charge, [idiom] crime, custom, desert, determination, discretion, disposing, due, fashion, form, to be judged, judgment, just(-ice, -ly), (manner of) law(-ful), manner, measure, (due) order, ordinance, right, sentence, usest, [idiom] worthy, [phrase] wrong. See also: Genesis 18:19; 1 Kings 2:3; Psalms 1:5.

לְ/יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל Yisrâʼêl H3478 "Israel" Prep | N-proper

Israel is the symbolic name of Jacob, also referring to his descendants. Jacob, son of Isaac and Rebekah, had 12 sons who became the tribes of Israel, as told in Genesis 25:26. His story is crucial to the Bible's narrative.

Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.25.26; son of: Isaac (H3327) and Rebekah (H7259); brother of: Esau (H6215); married to Rachel (H7354), Leah (H3812), Zilpah (H2153) and Bilhah (H1090A); father of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074), Dinah (H1783), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); also called Jacob frequently § Israel = "God prevails" 1) the second name for Jacob given to him by God after his wrestling with the angel at Peniel 2) the name of the descendants and the nation of the descendants of Jacob 2a) the name of the nation until the death of Solomon and the split 2b) the name used and given to the northern kingdom consisting of the 10 tribes under Jeroboam; the southern kingdom was known as Judah 2c) the name of the nation after the return from exile

Usage: Occurs in 2231 OT verses. KJV: Israel. See also: Genesis 32:29; Exodus 13:18; Exodus 40:38.

עַ֖ד ʻad H5704 "till" Prep

This Hebrew word means until or as far as, describing a point in time or space. It's used in the Bible to set boundaries or limits, like in Exodus when describing the Israelites' journey.

Definition: prep 1) as far as, even to, until, up to, while, as far as 1a) of space 1a1) as far as, up to, even to 1b) in combination 1b1) from...as far as, both...and (with 'min' -from) 1c) of time 1c1) even to, until, unto, till, during, end 1d) of degree 1d1) even to, to the degree of, even like conj 2) until, while, to the point that, so that even Aramaic equivalent: ad (עַד "till" H5705)

Usage: Occurs in 1128 OT verses. KJV: against, and, as, at, before, by (that), even (to), for(-asmuch as), (hither-) to, [phrase] how long, into, as long (much) as, (so) that, till, toward, until, when, while, ([phrase] as) yet. See also: Genesis 3:19; Exodus 32:20; Numbers 23:24.

הַ/יּ֥וֹם yôwm H3117 "day" Art | N-ms

הַ/זֶּֽה zeh H2088 "this" Art | Pron

This word is a pronoun meaning this or that, used to point out a specific person or thing. It appears in many contexts, including Genesis and Psalms, to indicate something specific. The KJV translates it as he, here, or it.

Definition: 1) this, this one, here, which, this...that, the one...the other, another, such 1a) (alone) 1a1) this one 1a2) this...that, the one...the other, another 1b) (appos to subst) 1b1) this 1c) (as predicate) 1c1) this, such 1d) (enclitically) 1d1) then 1d2) who, whom 1d3) how now, what now 1d4) what now 1d5) wherefore now 1d6) behold here 1d7) just now 1d8) now, now already 1e) (poetry) 1e1) wherein, which, those who 1f) (with prefixes) 1f1) in this (place) here, then 1f2) on these conditions, herewith, thus provided, by, through this, for this cause, in this matter 1f3) thus and thus 1f4) as follows, things such as these, accordingly, to that effect, in like manner, thus and thus 1f5) from here, hence, on one side...on the other side 1f6) on this account 1f7) in spite of this, which, whence, how

Usage: Occurs in 1061 OT verses. KJV: he, [idiom] hence, [idiom] here, it(-self), [idiom] now, [idiom] of him, the one...the other, [idiom] than the other, ([idiom] out of) the (self) same, such (a one) that, these, this (hath, man), on this side...on that side, [idiom] thus, very, which. Compare H2063 (זֹאת), H2090 (זֹה), H2097 (זוֹ), H2098 (זוּ). See also: Genesis 5:1; Exodus 10:17; Numbers 14:16.

Study Notes — 1 Samuel 30:25

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1 Samuel 30:25 Summary
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Gill's Exposition on 1 Samuel 30:25
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Samuel 30:25
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Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Samuel 30:25
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Samuel 30:25
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Samuel 30:25
Sermons on 1 Samuel 30:25

Context — The Spoils Are Divided

23But David said, “My brothers, you must not do this with what the LORD has given us. He has protected us and delivered into our hands the raiders who came against us. 24Who will listen to your proposal? The share of the one who went to battle will match the share of the one who stayed with the supplies. They will share alike.”

25And so it has been from that day forward. David established this statute and ordinance for Israel to this very day.

26When David arrived in Ziklag, he sent some of the plunder to his friends, the elders of Judah, saying, “Here is a gift for you from the plunder of the LORD’s enemies.” 27He sent gifts to those in Bethel, Ramoth Negev, and Jattir;

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	1 Samuel 16:13	So Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and the Spirit of the LORD rushed upon David from that day forward. Then Samuel set out and went to Ramah.

1 Samuel 30:25 Summary

This verse means that David made a rule for Israel that said everyone who helped in a battle, whether they fought or stayed behind with the supplies, would get an equal share of the spoils. This was a fair and wise decision, as seen in 1 Samuel 30:24. It's like when we work together as a team and everyone gets to share in the rewards, as seen in Matthew 20:1-16. David's rule was a good one, and it's still an important principle for us to follow today, as we see in passages such as Galatians 3:28 and Colossians 3:11.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean that David established a statute as an ordinance for Israel?

This means that David set a rule or law in place for the people of Israel to follow, which was based on the principle of fairness and equality, as seen in 1 Samuel 30:24, where David declares that those who went to battle and those who stayed with the supplies would share alike.

How long did this ordinance last?

According to 1 Samuel 30:25, this ordinance lasted from that day forward, to this very day, indicating that it became a lasting part of Israel's tradition and practice, much like the ordinances given by God in the book of Leviticus, such as Leviticus 23:4-44.

What is the significance of David establishing this ordinance?

The significance of David establishing this ordinance is that it shows his leadership and wisdom in establishing a fair and just system for the distribution of plunder, which was a key aspect of Israel's military campaigns, as seen in Deuteronomy 20:14 and Numbers 31:11-12.

Is this ordinance still relevant today?

While the specific ordinance established by David may not be directly applicable today, the principle of fairness and equality that it represents is still relevant, as seen in passages such as Acts 2:44-45 and 2 Corinthians 8:13-15, which describe the early Christian church's practice of sharing resources and caring for one another.

Reflection Questions

What are some ways that I can apply the principle of fairness and equality in my own life, as seen in 1 Samuel 30:24-25?
How can I, like David, establish practices and traditions in my own community that reflect God's character and promote unity and fairness?
What are some areas in my life where I may be tempted to show favoritism or partiality, and how can I work to overcome these tendencies, with the help of passages such as James 2:1-9 and Romans 2:11?
How can I balance the need for fairness and equality with the need for wisdom and discernment in decision-making, as seen in Proverbs 2:6 and 24:23-25?

Gill's Exposition on 1 Samuel 30:25

And it was [so] from that day forward,.... Or "upwards" (x), of old, formerly; and so may refer either to what was done at the war with Midian, Numbers 31:27; or in the times of Abraham, Genesis

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Samuel 30:25

Then answered all the wicked men and men of Belial, of those that went with David, and said, Because they went not with us, we will not give them ought of the spoil that we have recovered, save to

Trapp's Commentary on 1 Samuel 30:25

1 Samuel 30:25 And it was [so] from that day forward, that he made it a statute and an ordinance for Israel unto this day.Ver. 25. That he made it a statute,] i.e., He revived and ratified it as most reasonable. The truth is, that all God’ s laws are grounded upon so much good reason, that though he had never made them, yet it had been our wisest way to have lived according to them; since his will is not only recta but regula, the very rule of right.

Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Samuel 30:25

(25) A statute and an ordinance for Israel.—The decree that they, who for good reasons tarry with the stuff, shall share alike with those who go down to the battle, which became a received ordinance in Israel, is not without its meaning. In the Heavenly Church of God “ His state Is kingly; thousands at his bidding speed, And post o’er land and ocean without rest: They also serve who only stand and wait.” MILTON: Sonnet 19 Moses praying on the hill contributed to the victory over Amalek even more than Joshua fighting in the plain (Exodus 17:11). “All Christians are not of equal strength, and some follow Christ to the conflict, others tarry with the stuff. Some fight the Lord’s battles in the din of active life; others, aged men and women, the Simeons and Annas of the Church . . . weak in body but strong in faith, fight with the peaceful arms of prayers and tears; Christ is omnipotent and merciful He rewards those who tarry in patience with the stuff, as well as those who go forth in the march to fight valiantly in the battle.”—Bishop Hall, in Wordsworth.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Samuel 30:25

Verse 25. He made it a statute and an ordinance for Israel] Nothing could be more just and proper than this law: he who stays at home to defend house and property, has an equal right to the booty taken by those who go out to the war. There was a practice of this kind among the Israelites long before this time; see Numbers 31:27; Joshua 22:8; and the note on this latter verse. See Clarke on Joshua 22:8. Unto this day.] This is another indication that this book was composed long after the facts it commemorates. See the hypothesis in the preface.

Whedon's Commentary on 1 Samuel 30:25

25. He made it a statute — But it had been known in Israel before. See Numbers 31:27; Joshua 22:8.

Sermons on 1 Samuel 30:25

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	Keys to Mental Health by David Wilkerson	In this sermon, the preacher addresses the congregation and invites those who are attending for the first time to come forward for individual ministry. He asks them what they want
	The Devil Is After One Thing in Your Trial by Carter Conlon	In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having God's word deeply rooted within us to resist the devices of darkness. They rebuke depression and lies of the devil,
	Walking in the Light by Corrie Ten Boom	In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not making excuses for the blood of Jesus and instead accepting the truth of forgiveness through Him. The speaker encourage
	Jack Hyles Fresh Oil Part 1 by Jack Hyles	This sermon emphasizes the importance of being anointed with fresh oil, drawing parallels to King David's anointing as a symbol of God's empowerment and calling. It shares a person
	(1 Samuel) God’s Worship Leader by David Guzik	In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that the purpose of worship is not entertainment, but to draw people into the presence of God. He criticizes the modern church culture in th
	Fresh Oil - Part 3 by Jack Hyles	This sermon emphasizes the necessity for spirit-filled preachers who are empowered by God to lead and impact the nation. It recounts a personal journey of seeking the power of God,
	(The Life of David) 04 David's Possession, David's Passion, & David's Praise by Denny Kenaston	In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of worshiping God with reverence and adoration. He highlights the power of music as a means to enter into this holy exercise.