2 Samuel 10:7
2 Samuel 10:7 in Multiple Translations
On hearing this, David sent Joab and the entire army of mighty men.
And when David heard of it, he sent Joab, and all the host of the mighty men.
And when David heard of it, he sent Joab, and all the host of the mighty men.
And hearing of this, David sent Joab and all the army and the best fighting-men.
When David learned of this, he sent Joab and the entire army to confront them.
And when Dauid heard of it, he sent Ioab, and all the hoste of the strong men.
and David heareth, and sendeth Joab, and all the host — the mighty men.
When David heard of it, he sent Joab and all the army of the mighty men.
And when David heard of it , he sent Joab, and all the host of the mighty men.
And when David heard this, he sent Joab and the whole army of warriors.
When David heard about that, he sent Joab with all of the army that Joab commanded, to fight against them.
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2 Samuel 10:7 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּשְׁמַ֖ע
דָּוִ֑ד
וַ/יִּשְׁלַח֙
אֶת
יוֹאָ֔ב
וְ/אֵ֥ת
כָּל
הַ/צָּבָ֖א
הַ/גִּבֹּרִֽים
וַ/יִּשְׁמַ֖ע
shâmaʻ
H8085
to hear
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
דָּוִ֑ד
Dâvid
H1732
David
N-proper
וַ/יִּשְׁלַח֙
shâlach
H7971
to send
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
יוֹאָ֔ב
Yôwʼâb
H3097
Joab
N-proper
וְ/אֵ֥ת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
הַ/צָּבָ֖א
tsâbâʼ
H6635
army
Art | N-cs
הַ/גִּבֹּרִֽים
gibbôwr
H1368
mighty man
Art | Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Samuel 10:7
וַ/יִּשְׁמַ֖ע
shâmaʻ
H8085
"to hear"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To hear and listen is what this Hebrew word means, often implying attention and obedience. In Exodus and Deuteronomy, it is used when God speaks to the people, and they must listen and obey.
Definition: : hear v 1) to hear, listen to, obey 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to hear (perceive by ear) 1a2) to hear of or concerning 1a3) to hear (have power to hear) 1a4) to hear with attention or interest, listen to 1a5) to understand (language) 1a6) to hear (of judicial cases) 1a7) to listen, give heed 1a7a) to consent, agree 1a7b) to grant request 1a8) to listen to, yield to 1a9) to obey, be obedient 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be heard (of voice or sound) 1b2) to be heard of 1b3) to be regarded, be obeyed 1c) (Piel) to cause to hear, call to hear, summon 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to hear, tell, proclaim, utter a sound 1d2) to sound aloud (musical term) 1d3) to make proclamation, summon 1d4) to cause to be heard n m 2) sound
Usage: Occurs in 1072 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] attentively, call (gather) together, [idiom] carefully, [idiom] certainly, consent, consider, be content, declare, [idiom] diligently, discern, give ear, (cause to, let, make to) hear(-ken, tell), [idiom] indeed, listen, make (a) noise, (be) obedient, obey, perceive, (make a) proclaim(-ation), publish, regard, report, shew (forth), (make a) sound, [idiom] surely, tell, understand, whosoever (heareth), witness. See also: Genesis 3:8; Exodus 32:18; Deuteronomy 27:9.
דָּוִ֑ד
Dâvid
H1732
"David"
N-proper
David was the youngest son of Jesse and a king of Judah, first mentioned in Ruth 4:17, and an ancestor of Jesus.
Definition: A king of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at Rut.4.17; son of: Jesse (H3448) and Nahash (H5176I); brother of: Eliab (H0446I), Abinadab (H0041I), Shimeah (H8093), Zeruiah (H6870), Abigail (H0026H)(?), Nethanel (H5417H), Raddai (H7288), Ozem (H0684) and Elihu (H0453J); married to Michal (H4324), Abigail (H0026), Ahinoam (H0293H), Maacah (H4601I), Haggith (H2294), Abital (H0037), Eglah (H5698) and Bathsheba (H1339); father of: Amnon (H0550), Chileab (H3609), Absalom (H0053), Adonijah (H0138), Shephatiah (H8203), Ithream (H3507), Shammua (H8051H), Shobab (H7727), Nathan (H5416), Solomon (H8010), Ibhar (H2984), Elishua (H0474), Nepheg (H5298H), Japhia (H3309I), Elishama (H0476H), Eliada (H0450), Eliphelet (H0467), Tamar (H8559H), Elpelet (H0467I), Nogah (H5052) and Jerimoth (H3406N) Also named: Daueid, Dauid, Dabid (Δαυείδ, Δαυίδ, Δαβίδ "David" G1138) § David = "beloved" youngest son of Jesse and second king of Israel
Usage: Occurs in 912 OT verses. KJV: David. See also: Ruth 4:17; 1 Samuel 20:41; 1 Samuel 27:9.
וַ/יִּשְׁלַח֙
shâlach
H7971
"to send"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To send or depart is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which has various applications in the Bible. It can describe sending someone or something away, or letting something go.
Definition: : depart/send 1) to send, send away, let go, stretch out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to send 1a2) to stretch out, extend, direct 1a3) to send away 1a4) to let loose 1b) (Niphal) to be sent 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to send off or away or out or forth, dismiss, give over, cast out 1c2) to let go, set free 1c3) to shoot forth (of branches) 1c4) to let down 1c5) to shoot 1d) (Pual) to be sent off, be put away, be divorced, be impelled 1e) (Hiphil) to send
Usage: Occurs in 790 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] any wise, appoint, bring (on the way), cast (away, out), conduct, [idiom] earnestly, forsake, give (up), grow long, lay, leave, let depart (down, go, loose), push away, put (away, forth, in, out), reach forth, send (away, forth, out), set, shoot (forth, out), sow, spread, stretch forth (out). See also: Genesis 3:22; Exodus 9:27; Joshua 14:11.
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.
יוֹאָ֔ב
Yôwʼâb
H3097
"Joab"
N-proper
Joab was a prominent Israelite, his name means Jehovah is father. He was King David's nephew and army general, playing a key role in the Bible, including in the books of Samuel and Kings.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.8.9 § Joab = "Jehovah is father" 1) son of David's sister Zeruiah and general of David's army 2) a Judaite descendant of Kenaz 3) a post exilic family
Usage: Occurs in 124 OT verses. KJV: Joab. See also: 1 Samuel 26:6; 2 Samuel 19:2; Psalms 60:2.
וְ/אֵ֥ת
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.
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
הַ/צָּבָ֖א
tsâbâʼ
H6635
"army"
Art | N-cs
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.
הַ/גִּבֹּרִֽים
gibbôwr
H1368
"mighty man"
Art | Adj
This word describes a strong or mighty man, like a warrior or champion, as seen in 1 Samuel 17:51 where David defeats Goliath. It can also imply a brave or valiant person.
Definition: adj 1) strong, mighty n m 2) strong man, brave man, mighty man
Usage: Occurs in 152 OT verses. KJV: champion, chief, [idiom] excel, giant, man, mighty (man, one), strong (man), valiant man. See also: Genesis 6:4; 2 Chronicles 17:16; Psalms 19:6.
Study Notes — 2 Samuel 10:7
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- Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 10:7
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 10:7
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Samuel 10:7
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Samuel 10:7
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Samuel 10:7
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 10:7
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Samuel 10:7
- Sermons on 2 Samuel 10:7
Context — David’s Messengers Disgraced
5When this was reported to David, he sent messengers to meet the men, since they had been thoroughly humiliated. The king told them, “Stay in Jericho until your beards have grown back, and then return.”
6When the Ammonites realized that they had become a stench to David, they hired twenty thousand Aramean foot soldiers from Beth-rehob and Zoba, as well as a thousand men from the king of Maacah and twelve thousand men from Tob.
7On hearing this, David sent Joab and the entire army of mighty men.
8The Ammonites marched out and arrayed themselves for battle at the entrance of the city gate, while the Arameans of Zobah and Rehob and the men of Tob and Maacah were by themselves in the open country. 9When Joab saw the battle lines before him and behind him, he selected some of the best men of Israel and arrayed them against the Arameans.Cross References
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| 1 | 2 Samuel 23:8–39 | These are the names of David’s mighty men: Josheb-basshebeth the Tahchemonite was chief of the Three. He wielded his spear against eight hundred men, whom he killed at one time. Next in command was Eleazar son of Dodo the Ahohite. As one of the three mighty men, he went with David to taunt the Philistines who had gathered for battle at Pas-dammim. The men of Israel retreated, but Eleazar stood his ground and struck the Philistines until his hand grew weary and stuck to his sword. The LORD brought about a great victory that day. Then the troops returned to him, but only to plunder the dead. And after him was Shammah son of Agee the Hararite. When the Philistines had banded together near a field full of lentils, Israel’s troops fled from them. But Shammah took his stand in the middle of the field, defended it, and struck down the Philistines. So the LORD brought about a great victory. At harvest time, three of the thirty chief men went down to David at the cave of Adullam, while a company of Philistines was encamped in the Valley of Rephaim. At that time David was in the stronghold, and the garrison of the Philistines was at Bethlehem. David longed for water and said, “Oh, that someone would get me a drink of water from the well near the gate of Bethlehem!” So the three mighty men broke through the Philistine camp, drew water from the well near the gate of Bethlehem, and brought it back to David. But he refused to drink it; instead, he poured it out to the LORD, saying, “Far be it from me, O LORD, to do this! Is this not the blood of the men who risked their lives?” So he refused to drink it. Such were the exploits of the three mighty men. Now Abishai, the brother of Joab and son of Zeruiah, was chief of the Three, and he lifted his spear against three hundred men, killed them, and won a name along with the Three. Was he not more honored than the Three? And he became their commander, even though he was not included among the Three. And Benaiah son of Jehoiada was a man of valor from Kabzeel, a man of many exploits. He struck down two champions of Moab, and on a snowy day he went down into a pit and killed a lion. He also killed an Egyptian, a huge man. Although the Egyptian had a spear in his hand, Benaiah went against him with a club, snatched the spear from his hand, and killed the Egyptian with his own spear. These were the exploits of Benaiah son of Jehoiada, who won a name alongside the three mighty men. He was most honored among the Thirty, but he did not become one of the Three. And David appointed him over his guard. Now these were members of the Thirty: Asahel the brother of Joab, Elhanan son of Dodo of Bethlehem, Shammah the Harodite, Elika the Harodite, Helez the Paltite, Ira son of Ikkesh the Tekoite, Abiezer the Anathothite, Mebunnai the Hushathite, Zalmon the Ahohite, Maharai the Netophathite, Heled son of Baanah the Netophathite, Ittai son of Ribai from Gibeah of the Benjamites, Benaiah the Pirathonite, Hiddai from the brooks of Gaash, Abi-albon the Arbathite, Azmaveth the Barhumite, Eliahba the Shaalbonite, the sons of Jashen, Jonathan son of Shammah the Hararite, Ahiam son of Sharar the Hararite, Eliphelet son of Ahasbai the Maacathite, Eliam son of Ahithophel the Gilonite, Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite, Igal son of Nathan of Zobah, Bani the Gadite, Zelek the Ammonite, Naharai the Beerothite, the armor-bearer of Joab son of Zeruiah, Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite, and Uriah the Hittite. There were thirty-seven in all. |
| 2 | 1 Chronicles 19:8–19 | On hearing this, David sent Joab and the entire army of mighty men. The Ammonites marched out and arrayed themselves for battle at the entrance to the city, while the kings who had come stayed by themselves in the open country. When Joab saw the battle lines before him and behind him, he selected some of the best men of Israel and arrayed them against the Arameans. And he placed the rest of the forces under the command of his brother Abishai, who arrayed them against the Ammonites. “If the Arameans are too strong for me,” said Joab, “then you will come to my rescue. And if the Ammonites are too strong for you, then I will come to your rescue. Be strong and let us fight bravely for our people and for the cities of our God. May the LORD do what is good in His sight.” So Joab and his troops advanced to fight the Arameans, who fled before him. When the Ammonites saw that the Arameans had fled, they too fled before Joab’s brother Abishai, and they entered the city. So Joab went back to Jerusalem. When the Arameans saw that they had been defeated by Israel, they sent messengers to bring more Arameans from beyond the Euphrates, with Shophach the commander of Hadadezer’s army leading them. When this was reported to David, he gathered all Israel, crossed the Jordan, advanced toward the Arameans, and arrayed for battle against them. When David lined up to engage them in battle, they fought against him. But the Arameans fled before Israel, and David killed seven thousand of their charioteers and forty thousand foot soldiers. He also killed Shophach the commander of their army. When Hadadezer’s subjects saw that they had been defeated by Israel, they made peace with David and became subject to him. So the Arameans were unwilling to help the Ammonites anymore. |
2 Samuel 10:7 Summary
[In this verse, David hears that the Ammonites are preparing for war, so he sends his top commander, Joab, and the strongest soldiers to get ready for battle, as seen in 2 Samuel 10:6. This shows that David is a strong leader who takes action to protect his people, similar to the leaders in the book of Judges, such as Deborah in Judges 4:4-16. David trusts in God to give him victory, just like we can trust in God to help us in our own challenges, as seen in Psalm 20:7-8 and Jeremiah 29:11. By sending his army to prepare for battle, David is also showing that he values the safety and well-being of his people, as seen in 1 Samuel 23:1-12.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did David send Joab and the entire army of mighty men?
David sent Joab and the army because he heard that the Ammonites had hired a large number of soldiers from other nations, as seen in 2 Samuel 10:6, and he wanted to prepare for battle to protect his people and his kingdom, as seen in Deuteronomy 17:14-20.
Who were the mighty men that David sent with Joab?
The mighty men were a group of brave and skilled warriors who were part of David's army, as mentioned in 2 Samuel 23:8-39, and were known for their strength and bravery in battle, similar to the warriors mentioned in Judges 3:1-3.
What was the significance of the Ammonites hiring soldiers from other nations?
The Ammonites hiring soldiers from other nations, such as the Arameans, indicates that they were seeking to strengthen their army and prepare for war against David and the Israelites, as seen in 2 Samuel 10:6, and this action ultimately led to the battle described in 2 Samuel 10:7-19.
How does this verse relate to the overall story of David's reign?
This verse is part of the larger narrative of David's reign as king of Israel, as seen in 1 Samuel 16:13 and 2 Samuel 5:12, and it highlights David's military leadership and his trust in God to give him victory in battle, as seen in Psalm 20:7-8.
Reflection Questions
- What can we learn from David's response to the Ammonites' actions, and how can we apply that to our own lives when faced with challenges or threats?
- How does David's trust in God and his military leadership relate to our own trust in God and our leadership in our communities or families?
- What role do the 'mighty men' play in this story, and what can we learn from their example about bravery, loyalty, and service to others?
- How does this verse relate to the theme of God's sovereignty and protection of His people, as seen in other parts of the Bible, such as Exodus 14:13-14 and Psalm 121:1-8?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 10:7
And when David heard of [it],.... Of the preparation made by the Ammonites to fight with him: he sent Joab and all the host of the mighty men: he sent out Joab his general, and an army under his
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 10:7
And when David heard of it, he sent Joab, and all the host of the mighty men. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Samuel 10:7
Choosing wisely to carry the war into their country, rather than to expect it in his own.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Samuel 10:7
2 Samuel 10:7 And when David heard of [it], he sent Joab, and all the host of the mighty men.Ver. 7. He sent Joab.] As far as Medeba, a city in the borders of Amnon, choosing rather to make that the seat of the war than his own country.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Samuel 10:7
Verse 7. All the host of the mighty] All his worthies, and the flower of his army.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 10:7
7. all the host of the mighty men] Lit. all the host, the mighty men. Elsewhere “the mighty men” appear to be distinguished from the main body of the army as a corps of picked warriors, (see note on ch. 2 Samuel 15:18); and we should perhaps read all the host, and the mighty men.
Barnes' Notes on 2 Samuel 10:7
This sufficiently indicates the greatness of the danger to Israel from this formidable league of Ammonites and Syrians.
Sermons on 2 Samuel 10:7
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Attaining Unto the First Three (2 Samuel 23:8-12,19) by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of spiritual excellence through the example of David's mighty men, who exemplified different levels of commitment and effectiveness in |