1 Samuel 6:11
1 Samuel 6:11 in Multiple Translations
Then they put the ark of the LORD on the cart, along with the chest containing the gold rats and the images of the tumors.
And they laid the ark of the LORD upon the cart, and the coffer with the mice of gold and the images of their emerods.
and they put the ark of Jehovah upon the cart, and the coffer with the mice of gold and the images of their tumors.
And they put the ark of the Lord on the cart and the chest with the gold images.
They put the Ark of the Lord on the cart, together with the chest containing the gold rats and models of their swellings.
So they set the Arke of the Lord vpon the cart, and the coffer with the mise of golde, and with the similitudes of their emerods.
and they place the ark of Jehovah upon the cart, and the coffer, and the golden mice, and the images of their emerods.
They put the LORD’s ark on the cart, and the box with the golden mice and the images of their tumors.
And they laid the ark of the LORD upon the cart, and the coffer with the mice of gold and the images of their emerods.
And they laid the ark of God upon the cart, and the little box that had in it the golden mice and the likeness of the emerods.
They put in the cart Yahweh’s sacred chest and the box with the models of the gold rats and the tumors.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Samuel 6:11
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1 Samuel 6:11 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יָּשִׂ֛מוּ
אֶת
אֲר֥וֹן
יְהוָ֖ה
אֶל
הָ/עֲגָלָ֑ה
וְ/אֵ֣ת
הָ/אַרְגַּ֗ז
וְ/אֵת֙
עַכְבְּרֵ֣י
הַ/זָּהָ֔ב
וְ/אֵ֖ת
צַלְמֵ֥י
טְחֹרֵי/הֶֽם
וַ/יָּשִׂ֛מוּ
sûwm
H7760
to set
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
אֲר֥וֹן
ʼârôwn
H727
ark
N-cs
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
הָ/עֲגָלָ֑ה
ʻăgâlâh
H5699
cart
Art | N-fs
וְ/אֵ֣ת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
הָ/אַרְגַּ֗ז
ʼargâz
H712
box
Art | N-ms
וְ/אֵת֙
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
עַכְבְּרֵ֣י
ʻakbâr
H5909
mouse
N-mp
הַ/זָּהָ֔ב
zâhâb
H2091
gold
Art | N-ms
וְ/אֵ֖ת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
צַלְמֵ֥י
tselem
H6754
image
N-mp
טְחֹרֵי/הֶֽם
ṭᵉchôr
H2914
tumor
N-mp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Samuel 6:11
וַ/יָּשִׂ֛מוּ
sûwm
H7760
"to set"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
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.
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.
אֲר֥וֹן
ʼârôwn
H727
"ark"
N-cs
The Hebrew word for a box or chest, like the Ark of the Covenant in Exodus 25:10-22. It can also mean a money chest or a coffin. In the Bible, it appears in stories about the Israelites and their sacred objects.
Definition: 1) chest, ark 1a) money chest 1b) Ark of the Covenant 2)(TWOT) coffin
Usage: Occurs in 174 OT verses. KJV: ark, chest, coffin. See also: Genesis 50:26; 1 Samuel 6:15; Psalms 132:8.
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
הָ/עֲגָלָ֑ה
ʻăgâlâh
H5699
"cart"
Art | N-fs
This Hebrew word refers to a wheeled vehicle, such as a cart or wagon. It appears in the Bible, describing transportation and trade. The word is often translated as 'cart', 'chariot', or 'wagon'.
Definition: cart, wagon
Usage: Occurs in 20 OT verses. KJV: cart, chariot, wagon See also: Genesis 45:19; 1 Samuel 6:10; Psalms 46:10.
וְ/אֵ֣ת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | 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.
הָ/אַרְגַּ֗ז
ʼargâz
H712
"box"
Art | N-ms
This word refers to a box or chest, like a container used to store things. In the Bible, it is translated as coffer, a type of treasure box.
Definition: box, chest, coffer
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: coffer. See also: 1 Samuel 6:8; 1 Samuel 6:11; 1 Samuel 6:15.
וְ/אֵת֙
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | 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.
עַכְבְּרֵ֣י
ʻakbâr
H5909
"mouse"
N-mp
The Hebrew word for mouse is used in the Bible to describe a small rodent that nibbles or gnaws. It appears in 1 Samuel 6:4 and Isaiah 66:17, often symbolizing something small or insignificant.
Definition: mouse
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: mouse. See also: Leviticus 11:29; 1 Samuel 6:11; Isaiah 66:17.
הַ/זָּהָ֔ב
zâhâb
H2091
"gold"
Art | N-ms
Gold is a valuable metal, also used to describe something yellow or brilliant, like oil or a clear sky. It is often mentioned in the Bible as a precious resource.
Definition: 1) gold 1a) as precious metal 1b) as a measure of weight 1c) of brilliance, splendour (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: de.hav (דְּהַב "gold" H1722)
Usage: Occurs in 336 OT verses. KJV: gold(-en), fair weather. See also: Genesis 2:11; Numbers 7:26; 1 Chronicles 28:17.
וְ/אֵ֖ת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | 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.
צַלְמֵ֥י
tselem
H6754
"image"
N-mp
This word means image or likeness, often referring to idols or illusions, and is used to describe the resemblance of something, as seen in the book of Genesis.
Definition: 1) image 1a) images (of tumours, mice, heathen gods) 1b) image, likeness (of resemblance) 1c) mere, empty, image, semblance (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: tse.lem (צְלֵם "image" H6755)
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: image, vain shew. See also: Genesis 1:26; 2 Kings 11:18; Psalms 39:7.
טְחֹרֵי/הֶֽם
ṭᵉchôr
H2914
"tumor"
N-mp | Suff
This word describes a painful tumor or ulcer, especially in the anal region, and is translated as emerod in the KJV. It is used to describe a physical affliction in the Bible.
Definition: tumours, haemorrhoids, piles
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: emerod. See also: Deuteronomy 28:27; 1 Samuel 6:4; 1 Samuel 6:17.
Study Notes — 1 Samuel 6:11
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Context — The Ark Returned to Israel
9but keep watching it. If it goes up the road to its homeland, toward Beth-shemesh, it is the LORD who has brought on us this great disaster. But if it does not, then we will know that it was not His hand that punished us and that it happened by chance.”
10So the men did as instructed. They took two milk cows, hitched them to the cart, and penned up their calves.
11Then they put the ark of the LORD on the cart, along with the chest containing the gold rats and the images of the tumors.
12And the cows headed straight up the road toward Beth-shemesh, staying on that one highway and lowing as they went, never straying to the right or to the left. The rulers of the Philistines followed behind them to the border of Beth-shemesh. 13Now the people of Beth-shemesh were harvesting wheat in the valley, and when they looked up and saw the ark, they were overjoyed at the sight.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Chronicles 15:13–15 | It was because you Levites were not with us the first time that the LORD our God burst forth in anger against us. For we did not consult Him about the proper order.” So the priests and Levites consecrated themselves to bring up the ark of the LORD, the God of Israel. And the Levites carried the ark of God on their shoulders with the poles, as Moses had commanded in accordance with the word of the LORD. |
| 2 | 2 Samuel 6:3 | They set the ark of God on a new cart and brought it from the house of Abinadab, which was on the hill. Uzzah and Ahio, the sons of Abinadab, were guiding the new cart, |
| 3 | 1 Chronicles 13:7 | So they carried the ark of God from the house of Abinadab on a new cart, with Uzzah and Ahio guiding the cart. |
1 Samuel 6:11 Summary
In 1 Samuel 6:11, the Philistines put the ark of the Lord on a cart with two milk cows, along with some gold rats and images of tumors, as a way to try to appease God and end the plagues that had been affecting them. This shows that even people who don't know God can recognize His power and authority, and that He demands reverence and respect. As we read this verse, we can remember that God is always in control, even when things seem uncertain or unclear, and that He desires our trust and obedience, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Jeremiah 29:11. By trusting in God's guidance and provision, we can learn to reverence and respect His presence in our lives, just like the Israelites did when they received the ark back, as described in 1 Samuel 6:13-18.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the gold rats and images of the tumors in 1 Samuel 6:11?
The gold rats and images of the tumors were likely part of the Philistines' attempt to appease God and acknowledge the plagues He had brought upon them, as seen in 1 Samuel 5:1-12, similar to the way the Israelites would offer sacrifices to atone for their sins, as described in Leviticus 1:1-7.
Why did the Philistines put the ark of the Lord on a cart with two milk cows?
The Philistines put the ark on a cart as a test to see if God would guide the cows to return the ark to the Israelites, as they had suggested in 1 Samuel 6:9, and as a way to potentially appease God and end the plagues, similar to the way God guided the Israelites in the wilderness, as seen in Numbers 9:15-23.
What can we learn from the way the Philistines treated the ark of the Lord in this verse?
We can learn that even those who do not know or worship God can recognize His power and authority, as seen in the Philistines' actions in 1 Samuel 6:11, and that God's presence demands reverence and respect, as commanded in Exodus 20:1-17 and Hebrews 12:28-29.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the story in 1 Samuel 6?
This verse is a pivotal moment in the story, as it shows the Philistines' attempt to return the ark to the Israelites and the beginning of the ark's journey back to its homeland, as described in 1 Samuel 6:1-14, which ultimately leads to the Israelites' joy and celebration, as seen in 1 Samuel 6:13-18.
Reflection Questions
- What would it look like for me to acknowledge and reverence God's power and authority in my own life, as seen in the way the Philistines treated the ark?
- How can I learn to trust in God's guidance and provision, even when circumstances seem uncertain or unclear, like the Philistines' test with the cows?
- What are some ways that I can show respect and reverence for God's presence in my life, as commanded in Scripture?
- How can I balance my desire for control and understanding with the need to trust in God's sovereignty, as seen in the story of the ark's return?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Samuel 6:11
And they laid the ark of the Lord upon the cart,.... Perhaps the same men that made the cart; however they were the Philistines, yet were not punished for touching it, as Uzzah was, though an
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Samuel 6:11
And the men did so; and took two milch kine, and tied them to the cart, and shut up their calves at home: No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Samuel 6:11
1 Samuel 6:11 And they laid the ark of the LORD upon the cart, and the coffer with the mice of gold and the images of their emerods.Ver. 11. And they laid the ark of the Lord upon the cart.] In trivio absque auriga, saith Josephus; in a place where three ways met, and without a driver to guide it: but God directed the cattle, and by his angels, say some, by the devils sortilegii huius instigatores, say others, set them right on in their way to Israel. Lib. vi., Antiq.
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The Ark of God by Leonard Ravenhill | This sermon delves into the story of David and the ark of God, highlighting the consequences of mishandling holy things, the importance of obedience over sacrifice, and the need fo |
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(The Ark of the Covenant) 5. Entering Jerusalem by Roy Hession | In this sermon, the speaker discusses how often Christians rely on worldly methods and strategies to promote their faith and achieve success. He emphasizes that these methods are o |
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Uzzah and the Ark of God by Richard Owen Roberts | This sermon emphasizes the importance of doing things God's way and humbling ourselves before Him. It highlights the need for true preaching that moves hearts, not just teaching, a |
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The Ark Brought Back by George Warnock | George Warnock preaches about the importance of seeking God's way and intention for His people, emphasizing the need for revival, restoration, and renewal. He warns against relying |
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Inadequate Consensus by Dick Brogden | Dick Brogden emphasizes the crucial importance of consulting the Lord in all decisions, regardless of human effort, involvement, advice, or consensus. Using the example of David's |
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The Presence of God - Part 2 by David Ravenhill | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the anger and setbacks that the people of God are experiencing. He believes that God is using these challenges to discipline and correct the c |
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The Word of God Divides Between Soul and Spirit by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen emphasizes the critical distinction between the soul and spirit as outlined in Hebrews 4:12, illustrating how many Christians today operate from a soulish perspective ra |