Judges 19:14
Judges 19:14 in Multiple Translations
So they continued on their journey, and the sun set as they neared Gibeah in Benjamin.
And they passed on and went their way; and the sun went down upon them when they were by Gibeah, which belongeth to Benjamin.
So they passed on and went their way; and the sun went down upon them near to Gibeah, which belongeth to Benjamin.
So they went on their way; and the sun went down when they were near Gibeah in the land of Benjamin.
So they carried on and reached Gibeah in the territory of Benjamin just as the sun was setting.
So they went forward vpon their way, and the sunne went downe vpon them neere to Gibeah, which is in Beniamin.
And they pass over, and go on, and the sun goeth in upon them near Gibeah, which is to Benjamin;
So they passed on and went their way; and the sun went down on them near Gibeah, which belongs to Benjamin.
And they passed on and went their way; and the sun went down upon them when they were by Gibeah, which belongeth to Benjamin.
So they passed by Jebus, and went on their journey, and the sun went down upon them when they were by Gabaa, which is in the tribe of Benjamin:
So they continued walking. When they came near Gibeah, where people from the tribe of Benjamin live, the sun was setting.
Berean Amplified Bible — Judges 19:14
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Judges 19:14 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וַ/יַּעַבְר֖וּ
וַ/יֵּלֵ֑כוּ
וַ/תָּבֹ֤א
לָ/הֶם֙
הַ/שֶּׁ֔מֶשׁ
אֵ֥צֶל
הַ/גִּבְעָ֖ה
אֲשֶׁ֥ר
לְ/בִנְיָמִֽן
וַ/יַּעַבְר֖וּ
ʻâbar
H5674
to pass
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
וַ/יֵּלֵ֑כוּ
yâlak
H3212
to walk
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
וַ/תָּבֹ֤א
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
לָ/הֶם֙
Prep | Suff
הַ/שֶּׁ֔מֶשׁ
shemesh
H8121
sun
Art | N-cs
אֵ֥צֶל
ʼêtsel
H681
beside
Prep
הַ/גִּבְעָ֖ה
Gibʻâh
H1390
Gibeah
Art | N-proper
אֲשֶׁ֥ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
לְ/בִנְיָמִֽן
Binyâmîyn
H1144
Benjamin
Prep | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Judges 19:14
וַ/יַּעַבְר֖וּ
ʻâbar
H5674
"to pass"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
This verb can mean to cross over or transition from one thing to another, and is sometimes used to describe being arrogant or crossing a boundary.
Definition: 1) to pass over or by or through, alienate, bring, carry, do away, take, take away, transgress 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to pass over, cross, cross over, pass over, march over, overflow, go over 1a2) to pass beyond 1a3) to pass through, traverse 1a3a) passers-through (participle) 1a3b) to pass through (the parts of victim in covenant) 1a4) to pass along, pass by, overtake and pass, sweep by 1a4a) passer-by (participle) 1a4b) to be past, be over 1a5) to pass on, go on, pass on before, go in advance of, pass along, travel, advance 1a6) to pass away 1a6a) to emigrate, leave (one's territory) 1a6b) to vanish 1a6c) to perish, cease to exist 1a6d) to become invalid, become obsolete (of law, decree) 1a6e) to be alienated, pass into other hands 1b) (Niphal) to be crossed 1c) (Piel) to impregnate, cause to cross 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to pass over, cause to bring over, cause to cross over, make over to, dedicate, devote 1d2) to cause to pass through 1d3) to cause to pass by or beyond or under, let pass by 1d4) to cause to pass away, cause to take away 1e) (Hithpael) to pass over
Usage: Occurs in 493 OT verses. KJV: alienate, alter, [idiom] at all, beyond, bring (over, through), carry over, (over-) come (on, over), conduct (over), convey over, current, deliver, do away, enter, escape, fail, gender, get over, (make) go (away, beyond, by, forth, his way, in, on, over, through), have away (more), lay, meddle, overrun, make partition, (cause to, give, make to, over) pass(-age, along, away, beyond, by, -enger, on, out, over, through), (cause to, make) [phrase] proclaim(-amation), perish, provoke to anger, put away, rage, [phrase] raiser of taxes, remove, send over, set apart, [phrase] shave, cause to (make) sound, [idiom] speedily, [idiom] sweet smelling, take (away), (make to) transgress(-or), translate, turn away, (way-) faring man, be wrath. See also: Genesis 8:1; Deuteronomy 27:2; 1 Samuel 25:19.
וַ/יֵּלֵ֑כוּ
yâlak
H3212
"to walk"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
To walk or go, this verb means to move from one place to another, used literally or figuratively, as in to live or die, or to lead someone.
Definition: 1) to go, walk, come 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go, walk, come, depart, proceed, move, go away 1a2) to die, live, manner of life (fig.) 1b) (Hiphil) to lead, bring, lead away, carry, cause to walk
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] again, away, bear, bring, carry (away), come (away), depart, flow, [phrase] follow(-ing), get (away, hence, him), (cause to, made) go (away, -ing, -ne, one's way, out), grow, lead (forth), let down, march, prosper, [phrase] pursue, cause to run, spread, take away (-journey), vanish, (cause to) walk(-ing), wax, [idiom] be weak. See also: Genesis 3:14; Exodus 5:8; Deuteronomy 28:14.
וַ/תָּבֹ֤א
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.
Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter
Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.
לָ/הֶם֙
""
Prep | Suff
הַ/שֶּׁ֔מֶשׁ
shemesh
H8121
"sun"
Art | N-cs
The sun, or shemesh, represents not just the celestial body, but also east or west direction, and even objects that shine like battlements. It is often used to describe the rising or setting of the sun.
Definition: 1) sun 1a) sun 1b) sunrise, sun-rising, east, sun-setting, west (of direction) 1c) sun (as object of illicit worship) 1d) openly, publicly (in other phrases) 1e) pinnacles, battlements, shields (as glittering or shining)
Usage: Occurs in 127 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] east side(-ward), sun (rising), [phrase] west(-ward), window. See also H1053 (בֵּית שֶׁמֶשׁ). See also: Genesis 15:12; Psalms 104:19; Psalms 19:5.
אֵ֥צֶל
ʼêtsel
H681
"beside"
Prep
Beside or near, this preposition indicates proximity or closeness to something or someone. It is often translated as at, by, or near in the King James Version, and is used to describe physical or spatial relationships in the Bible.
Definition: 1) beside, by, near, nearness, joining, proximity subst 2) (BDB) 2a) conjunction, proximity 2b) beside, in proximity, contiguous to, from beside
Usage: Occurs in 57 OT verses. KJV: at, (hard) by, (from) (beside), near (unto), toward, with. See also H1018 (בֵּית הָאֵצֶל). See also: Genesis 39:10; 2 Chronicles 9:18; Proverbs 7:8.
הַ/גִּבְעָ֖ה
Gibʻâh
H1390
"Gibeah"
Art | N-proper
Gibeah was a city in Palestine, specifically in the region of Benjamin, and was the birthplace of King Saul. The name means hill, and it is mentioned in various KJV translations as Gibeah or the hill.
Definition: § Gibeah = "hill" a city of Benjamin, birthplace of king Saul
Usage: Occurs in 42 OT verses. KJV: Gibeah, the hill. See also: Joshua 15:57; Judges 20:36; Isaiah 10:29.
אֲשֶׁ֥ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
לְ/בִנְיָמִֽן
Binyâmîyn
H1144
"Benjamin"
Prep | N-proper
Benjamin means son of the right hand, referring to the youngest son of Jacob and the tribe that descended from him. The term is first used in Genesis 35:18. Benjamin was a brother of Joseph and a half-brother of Reuben and others.
Definition: § Benjamin = "son of the right hand" a gate in Jerusalem
Usage: Occurs in 160 OT verses. KJV: Benjamin. See also: Genesis 35:18; 1 Samuel 9:21; Psalms 68:28.
Study Notes — Judges 19:14
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Context — The Crime of the Benjamites
12But his master replied, “We will not turn aside to the city of foreigners, where there are no Israelites. We will go on to Gibeah.”
13He continued, “Come, let us try to reach one of these towns to spend the night in Gibeah or Ramah.”
14So they continued on their journey, and the sun set as they neared Gibeah in Benjamin.
15They stopped to go in and lodge in Gibeah. The Levite went in and sat down in the city square, but no one would take them into his home for the night. 16That evening an old man from the hill country of Ephraim, who was residing in Gibeah (the men of that place were Benjamites), came in from his work in the field.Judges 19:14 Summary
This verse tells us that the master and his servant continued their journey to Gibeah, a town in the territory of the tribe of Benjamin, and that the sun began to set as they approached. This sets the scene for the events that will unfold in the town, and reminds us of the importance of being mindful of our surroundings and seeking safety and community, just as the master did. As we navigate our own journeys in life, we can look to verses like Psalm 121:8 for reassurance that God is our keeper and will watch over us, and trust in His sovereignty to guide us through uncertain times, just as the Israelites did in Exodus 13:21-22.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the master decide to go to Gibeah instead of other nearby towns?
The master decided to go to Gibeah because it was a town in the territory of the tribe of Benjamin, and as an Israelite, he may have felt safer and more at home among his own people, as seen in Judges 19:12 where he says they will not turn aside to the city of foreigners.
What can we learn from the master's decision to travel to Gibeah?
We can learn about the importance of being mindful of our surroundings and seeking safety and community, just as the master did, and also being prepared for the unexpected, as their journey did not turn out as planned, similar to the experience of the Israelites in Exodus 18:13-27.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the story in Judges 19?
This verse sets the scene for the events that will unfold in Gibeah, which will ultimately lead to conflict and tragedy, highlighting the importance of the choices we make and the company we keep, as warned in Proverbs 22:24-25.
What does the setting of the sun in this verse symbolize?
The setting of the sun may symbolize the end of a day's journey, but also potentially the end of a period of safety and peace, as the events that follow will be marked by darkness and danger, reminiscent of the darkness that fell upon Egypt in Exodus 10:21-22.
Reflection Questions
- What are some times in my life when I have had to make difficult decisions about where to go or what to do, and how did I seek guidance?
- How can I be more mindful of my surroundings and the company I keep, and what steps can I take to prioritize my safety and well-being?
- What are some ways that I can prepare myself for the unexpected twists and turns that life may bring, and how can I trust in God's sovereignty in those moments?
- How can I apply the lessons learned from the master's decision to travel to Gibeah to my own life and decision-making processes, and what role does faith and trust in God play in those decisions?
Gill's Exposition on Judges 19:14
And they passed on, and went their way,.... Proceeded on in their journey from Jebus or Jerusalem, near to which they were: and the sun went down upon them when they were by Gibeah, which belongeth
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Judges 19:14
And they passed on and went their way; and the sun went down upon them when they were by Gibeah, which belongeth to Benjamin. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Judges 19:14
This is added to difference it from another Gibeah in Judah, . Possibly this is that which was called Gibeah of Saul, .
Trapp's Commentary on Judges 19:14
Judges 19:14 And they passed on and went their way; and the sun went down upon them [when they were] by Gibeah, which [belongeth] to Benjamin.Ver. 14. Gibeah, which belongeth to Benjamin.] Called elsewhere Gibeah of Saul, at this time a very Poneropolis, a place where Satan’ s throne was.
Ellicott's Commentary on Judges 19:14
(14) The sun went down upon them.—They were evidently reluctant to stop at Gibeah; but it was dangerous to travel after dark, and the twilight in Palestine is very brief. Which belongeth to Benjamin.—There were many other Gibeahs in Palestine, and for that reason Jibah and el-Jib are common names.
Barnes' Notes on Judges 19:14
Gibeah, which belongeth to Benjamin - See Joshua 18:24 note.