1 Samuel 30:31

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

and to those in Hebron and in all the places where David and his men had roamed.

American Standard Version (1901)

and to them that were in Hebron, and to all the places where David himself and his men were wont to haunt.

Bible in Basic English

And in Hebron, and to all the places where David and his men had been living.

Free Bible Version

Hebron—all the places David and his men had gone to.

King James (Authorized) Version

And to them which were in Hebron, and to all the places where David himself and his men were wont to haunt.

Translation for Translators

Hebron, and all the other places where David and his men had gone when they were hiding from Saul.

Unlocked Literal Bible

and to those who were in Hebron, and to all the places where David himself and his men habitually went.

Noah Webster Bible

And to them who were in Hebron, and to all the places where David himself and his men were accustomed to resort.

World English Bible

to those who were in Hebron, and to all the places where David himself and his men used to stay.

Young's Literal Translation

and to those in Hebron, and to all the places where David had gone up and down, he and his men.

Context

The Spoils Are Divided

³⁰to those in Hormah, Bor-ashan, and Athach;³¹and to those in Hebron and in all the places where David and his men had roamed.

Summary

This verse highlights the generosity and fairness of David as he distributes the spoils of battle among the elders of Judah, his friends, and various other locations. David's actions demonstrate his leadership qualities, integrity, and gratitude towards those who supported him. By sharing the plunder equally among all, David promotes unity and solidarity among the people, fostering a sense of community and goodwill. This act of kindness also reflects David's acknowledgment of God's provision and blessing in their victory. Overall, the verse showcases David's character as a just and compassionate ruler.

Commentary

Adam Clarke
John Gill
Tyndale

Adam Clarke Bible Commentary

To them which were in Hebron - This was a place strongly attached to David, and David to it, and the place where he was proclaimed king, and where he reigned more than seven years previously to the death of Ishbosheth, Saul's son, who was, for that time, his competitor in the kingdom. David's having sent presents to all these places, not only shows his sense of gratitude, but that the booty which he took from the Amalekites must have been exceedingly great. And we learn from this also that David sojourned in many places which are not mentioned in the preceding history; for these are all said to be places where David and his men were wont to haunt. We are not to suppose that the transactions mentioned here and in the preceding chapter took place after Saul's interview with the woman of En-dor, they were considerably antecedent to this, but how long we do not know. What is recorded in the following chapter must have taken place the next day after Saul left En-dor.

1 Samuel 30:31

The Spoils Are Divided

³⁰to those in Hormah, Bor-ashan, and Athach;³¹and to those in Hebron and in all the places where David and his men had roamed.

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Commentary

Berean Standard Bible

and to those in Hebron and in all the places where David and his men had roamed.

American Standard Version (1901)

and to them that were in Hebron, and to all the places where David himself and his men were wont to haunt.

Bible in Basic English

And in Hebron, and to all the places where David and his men had been living.

Free Bible Version

Hebron—all the places David and his men had gone to.

King James (Authorized) Version

And to them which were in Hebron, and to all the places where David himself and his men were wont to haunt.

Translation for Translators

Hebron, and all the other places where David and his men had gone when they were hiding from Saul.

Unlocked Literal Bible

and to those who were in Hebron, and to all the places where David himself and his men habitually went.

Noah Webster Bible

And to them who were in Hebron, and to all the places where David himself and his men were accustomed to resort.

World English Bible

to those who were in Hebron, and to all the places where David himself and his men used to stay.

Young's Literal Translation

and to those in Hebron, and to all the places where David had gone up and down, he and his men.

1 Samuel 30:31

Verse

Context

The Spoils Are Divided

Summary

Commentary

Adam Clarke Bible Commentary

John Gill Bible Commentary

Tyndale Open Study Notes

1 Samuel 30:31

The Spoils Are Divided

Adam Clarke Bible Commentary

John Gill Bible Commentary

Tyndale Open Study Notes