O LORD God of Israel, I beseech thee, tell thy servant. 27 But there came a messenger unto Saul, saying, Haste thee, and come; for the Philistines have invaded the land. Christ was used thus basely. 7 And it was told Saul that David was come to Keilah. 21 And Saul said, Blessed be ye of the Lord; for ye have compassion on me. And it was told Saul that David was escaped from Keilah; and he forbare to go forth. Therefore David enquired of the LORD, saying, Shall I go and smite these Philistines? 1 Samuel 23 David Saves the City of Keilah. So David saved the inhabitants of Keilah. Let it make us think the worse of this world, which often gives such bad treatment to its best men: let it make us long for that kingdom where goodness shall for ever be in glory, and holiness in honour. 22 Go, I pray you, prepare yet, and know and see his place where his haunt is, and who hath seen him there: for it is told me that he dealeth very subtilly. 1 Samuel 23:5 : So David and his men went to Keilah, and fought with the Philistines, and brought away their cattle, and smote them with a great slaughter. And they told David; wherefore he came down into a rock, and abode in the wilderness of Maon. 3 And David's men said unto him, Behold, we be afraid here in Judah: how much more then if we come to Keilah against the armies of the Philistines? (14-18) He is rescued from Saul by an invasion of the Philistines. 23 For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft, and stubbornness is … 26 And Saul went on this side of the mountain, and David and his men on that side of the mountain: and David made haste to get away for fear of Saul; for Saul and his men compassed David and his men round about to take them. And Saul sought him every day, but God delivered him not into his hand. 12 Then said David, Will the men of Keilah deliver me and my men into the hand of Saul? 29 And David went up from thence, and dwelt in strong holds at Engedi. 12 Then said David, Will the men of Keilah deliver me and my men into the hand of Saul? David considered himself the protector of the land. 1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. So David saved the inhabitants of Keilah. And the LORD said, He will come down. And the LORD said, They will deliver thee up. Sooner than his promise shall fail, he will commission Philistines to effect our escape, at the very moment when our case appears most desperate. And Saul said, God hath delivered him into mine hand; for he is shut in, by entering into a town that hath gates and bars. 17 And he said unto him, Fear not: for the hand of Saul my father shall not find thee; and thou shalt be king over Israel, and I shall be next unto thee; and that also Saul my father knoweth. 23 Then they told David, saying, Behold, the Philistines fight against Keilah, and they rob the threshingfloors. 28 Wherefore Saul returned from pursuing after David, and went against the Philistines: therefore they called that place Selahammahlekoth. David applied to his great Protector for direction. 16 And Jonathan Saul's son arose, and went to David into the wood, and strengthened his hand in God. 15 And David saw that Saul was come out to seek his life: and David was in the wilderness of Ziph in a wood. 1SAM 23:2 Therefore David inquired of the LORD, saying, Shall I go and smite these Philistines? 1 Samuel 16:23 KJV And it came to pass, when the evil spirit from God was upon Saul, that David took an harp, and played with his hand: so Saul was refreshed, and was well, and the evil spirit departed from him. We have the Scriptures in our hands, let us take advice from them in doubtful cases. “After the boy is weaned,” she said to her husband, “I will take him to appear before the LORD and to stay there permanently.” 23 “Do what you think is best,” her husband Elkanah replied, “and stay here until you have weaned him. 21 And Saul said, Blessed be ye of the LORD; for ye have compassion on me. 19 Then came up the Ziphites to Saul to Gibeah, saying, Doth not David hide himself with us in strong holds in the wood, in the hill of Hachilah, which is on the south of Jeshimon? 3 And David's men said unto him, Behold, we be afraid here in Judah: how much more then if we come to Keilah against the armies of the Philistines? King James Version / Romans 12; 1 Samuel 23; 1 Samuel 24; Psalm 67; Share Tweet. 1 Samuel 23 New King James Version (NKJV) David Saves the City of Keilah 23 Then they told David, saying, “Look, the Philistines are fighting against Keilah, and they are robbing the threshing floors.” 2 Therefore David inquired of the Lord, saying, “Shall I go and [ a]attack these Philistines?” (19-29)1-6 When princes persecute God's people, let them expect vexation on all sides. 23 See therefore, and take knowledge of all the lurking places where he hideth himself, and come ye again to me with the certainty, and I will go with you: and it shall come to pass, if he be in the land, that I will search him out throughout all the thousands of Judah. will Saul come down, as thy servant hath heard? 2 Therefore David enquired of the LORD, saying, Shall I go and smite these Philistines? 1 Samuel 26:23 Context. So David saved the inhabitants of Keilah. The evil spirit departed — Namely, for a season. Those are unlike David, who sullenly decline to do good, if they are not rewarded for services.7-13 Well might David complain of his enemies, that they rewarded him evil for good, and that for his love they were his adversaries. O Lord God of Israel, I beseech thee, tell thy servant. 2 Therefore David enquired of the LORD, saying, Shall I go and smite these Philistines? 19 Then came up the Ziphites to Saul to Gibeah, saying, Doth not David hide himself with us in strong holds in the wood, in the hill of Hachilah, which is on the south of Jeshimon? And the reason of this success might be partly natural, and partly supernatural, respecting David; whom God designed by this means to bring into favour with the king, and so to smooth the way for his advancement. The way for any country to be quiet, is to let God's church be quiet in it: if Saul fight against David, the Philistines fight against his country. 14 And David abode in the wilderness in strong holds, and remained in a mountain in the wilderness of Ziph. 14 And David abode in the wilderness in strong holds, and remained in a mountain in the wilderness of Ziph. 1 Samuel 15:23King James Version (KJV) 23 For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft, and stubbornness is as iniquity and idolatry. 27 But there came a messenger unto Saul, saying, Haste thee, and come; for the Philistines have invaded the land. And the LORD said unto David, Go, and smite the Philistines, and save Keilah. 20 Now therefore, O king, come down according to all the desire of thy soul to come down; and our part shall be to deliver him into the king's hand. And the LORD … Romans 12. And Saul sought him every day, but God delivered him not into his hand. 2 Therefore David enquired of the Lord, saying, Shall I go and smite these Philistines? And the Lord said unto David, Go, and smite the Philistines, and save Keilah. 16 And Jonathan Saul's son arose, and went to David into the wood, and strengthened his hand in God. 17 And he said unto him, Fear not: for the hand of Saul my father shall not find thee; and thou shalt be king over Israel, and I shall be next unto thee; and that also Saul my father knoweth. 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And the Lord said unto David, Go, and smite the Philistines, and save Keilah. 1 Samuel 22 1 Samuel 24 Chapter 23. 5 So David and his men went to Keilah, and fought with the Philistines, and brought away their cattle, and smote them with a great slaughter. Therefore David inquired of the LORD, saying, Shall I go and smite these Philistines? And the LORD … 1 Samuel 15:22-23 King James Version (KJV) 22 And Samuel said, Hath the Lord as great delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, as in obeying the voice of the Lord? And this man went up out of his city yearly to worship and to sacrifice unto the LORD of hosts in … 10 Then said David, O LORD God of Israel, thy servant hath certainly heard that Saul seeketh to come to Keilah, to destroy the city for my sake. And they told David: wherefore he came down into a rock, and abode in the wilderness of Maon. Say, Bring hither the Bible. 1 Samuel 23:1-18 King James Version (KJV) 23 Then they told David, saying, Behold, the Philistines fight against Keilah, and they rob the threshingfloors. Such expressions, without suitable effects, can only amuse or deceive those who hear, and those who use them. 2 Therefore David enquired of the LORD, saying, Shall I go and smite these Philistines? 4 Then David enquired of the LORD yet again. 15 And David saw that Saul was come out to seek his life: and David was in the wilderness of Ziph in a wood. 25 Saul also and his men went to seek him. 15 And David saw that Saul was come out to seek his life: and David was in the wilderness of Ziph in a wood. And when Saul heard that, he pursued after David in the wilderness of Maon. King James Translators' Notes. 18 And they two made a covenant before the LORD: and David abode in the wood, and Jonathan went to his house. 26 And Saul went on this side of the mountain, and David and his men on that side of the mountain: and David made haste to get away for fear of Saul; for Saul and his men compassed David and his men round about to take them. And when Saul heard that, he pursued after David in the wilderness of Maon. 1 Samuel 23:6 : And it came to pass, when Abiathar the son of Ahimelech fled to David to Keilah, that he came down with an ephod in his hand. Thus did the Saviour Jesus, and left us an example. As a constant friend, he renewed his friendship with him. Because thou hast rejected the … 1 Samuel 23 1 Then they told David, saying, Behold, the Philistines fight against Keilah, and they rob the threshingfloors. 1 Samuel 23 . Geneva Study Bible. If the converse of one friend, at one meeting, gives comfort and strengthens our hearts, what may not be expected from the continual supports and powerful love of the Saviour of sinners, the covenanted Friend of believers!19-29 In the midst of his wickedness, Saul affected to speak the language of piety. 1 Samuel chapter 23 1611 KJV (King James Version) 1 Then they told Dauid, saying, Beholde, the Philistines fight against Keilah, and they rob the threshing floores.. 2 Therefore Dauid enquired of the Lord, saying, Shall I go and smite these Philistines? 23 See therefore, and take knowledge of all the lurking places where he hideth himselfe, and come ye againe to me with the certainty, and I will goe with you: and it shall come to passe, if he be in the land, that I will search him out throughout all the thousands of Iudah. 2 Therefore David enquired of the Lord, saying, Shall I go and smite these Philistines? 2 Therefore David enquired of the Lord, saying, Shall I go and smite these Philistines? And it was told Saul that David was escaped from Keilah; and he forbare to go forth. 13 Then David and his men, which were about six hundred, arose and departed out of Keilah, and went whithersoever they could go. And the LORD said unto David, Go, and smite the Philistines, and save Keilah. Bible History Online The Birth of Samuel … 22 but Hannah did not go. This mountain was an emblem of the Divine Providence coming between David and the destroyer. will Saul come down, as thy servant hath heard? 1 Samuel 23: Scripture in the Bible. 1 Samuel 23 King James Version (KJV) 23 Then they told David, saying, Behold, the Philistines fight against Keilah, and they rob the threshingfloors. 1 Then they told David, saying, Behold, the Philistines fight against Keilah, and they rob the threshingfloors. As a self-denying friend, he takes pleasure in the prospect of David's advancement to the throne. Let us not be dismayed at the prospect of future difficulties, but stay ourselves upon Him who is wonderful in counsel and excellent in working. 1 Samuel 16:1-23 KJV And the LORD said unto Samuel, How long wilt thou mourn for Saul, seeing I have rejected him from reigning over Israel? 1 Now there was a certain man of Ramathaimzophim, of mount Ephraim, and his name was Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Elihu, the son of Tohu, the son of Zuph, an Ephrathite: 2 And he had two wives; the name of the one was Hannah, and the name of the other Peninnah: and Peninnah had children, but Hannah had no children. (1-6) God warns him to escape from Keilah. 4 Then David enquired of the Lord yet again. 20 Now therefore, let not my blood fall to the earth before the face of the LORD: for the king of Israel is come out to seek a flea, as when one doth hunt a partridge in the mountains. 1 Samuel 1 King James Version (KJV). Chapter Parallel Compare. Verse by Verse, King James Version of the Bible. 1 Samuel 23 ; 1SAM 23:1 Then they told David, saying, Behold, the Philistines fight against Keilah, and they rob the threshingfloors. Because thou hast rejected the word of the Lord, he hath also rejected thee from being king. KJV 23 See therefore, and take knowledge of all the lurking places where he hideth himself, and come ye again to me with the certainty, and I will go with you: and it shall come to pass, if he be in the land, that I will search him out throughout all the thousands of Judah. 9 And David knew that Saul secretly practised mischief against him; and he said to Abiathar the priest, Bring hither the ephod. 1 Samuel 16:23. 2 Therefore David inquired of the Lord, saying, Shall I go and smite these Philistines? Therefore David enquired of the LORD, saying, Shall I go and smite these Philistines? 6 And it came to pass, when Abiathar the son of Ahimelech fled to David to Keilah, that he came down with an ephod in his hand. 2 Therefore David enquired of the Lord , saying, Shall I go and smite these Philistines? 1 Samuel 23:1 KJV 1 Samuel 23:1 Bible Apps 1 Samuel 23:1 Biblia Paralela 1 Samuel 23:1 Chinese Bible 1 Samuel 23:1 French Bible 1 Samuel 23:1 German Bible Alphabetical: against and are Behold David fighting floors Keilah Look looting Philistines plundering saying the Then they threshing told was When And the Lord answered him and said, Arise, go down to Keilah; for I will deliver the Philistines into thine hand. 23 See therefore, and take knowledge of all the lurking places where he hideth himself, and come ye again to me with the certainty, and I will go with you: and it shall come to pass, if he be in the land, that I will search him out throughout all the thousands of Judah. in: Heb. 9 And David knew that Saul secretly practised mischief against him; and he said to Abiathar the priest, Bring hither the ephod. David's address to God is very solemn, also very particular. We find Jonathan comforting David. God requires entire dependence on him, If ye will not believe, surely ye shall not be established, #Isa 7:9|.Commentary by Matthew Henry, 1710. (7-13) Jonathan comforts David. And the Lord said unto David, Go, and smite the Philistines, and save Keilah. 24 And they arose, and went to Ziph before Saul: but David and his men were in the wilderness of Maon, in the plain on the south of Jeshimon. And the LORD said unto David, Go, and smite the Philistines, and save Keilah. And the LORD said unto David, Go, and smite the Philistines, and save Keilah. 16 And Jonathan Saul's son arose, and went to David into the wood, and strengthened his hand in God. 1 Then they told David, saying, Behold, the Philistines fight against Keilah, and they rob the threshingfloors. 22 Go, I pray you, prepare yet, and know and see his place where his haunt is, and who hath seen him there: for it is told me that he dealeth very subtilly. God allows us to be so in our addresses to him; Lord, direct me in this matter, about which I am now at a loss. And the LORD … 1 Samuel 23 King James Version (KJV) 23 Then they told David, saying, Behold, the Philistines fight against Keilah, and they rob the threshingfloors. And the Lord said vnto Dauid, Goe, and smite the Philistines, and saue Keilah. 5 So David and his men went to Keilah, and fought with the Philistines, and brought away their cattle, and smote them with a great slaughter. 2 Therefore David inquired of the LORD, saying, Shall I go and smite these Philistines? David rescues Keilah. Bible / Our Library / Bible Commentaries / Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible (Complete) / 1 Samuel / 1 Samuel 23; Share Tweet. 11 Will the men of Keilah deliver me up into his hand? And the Lord said, He will come down. As a pious friend, he directed him to God, the Foundation of his comfort. 2 Therefore David enquired of the Lord, saying, Shall I go and smite these Philistines? 13 Then David and his men, which were about six hundred, arose and departed out of Keilah, and went whithersoever they could go. 20 Now therefore, O king, come down according to all the desire of thy soul to come down; and our part shall be to deliver him into the king's hand. After David freed the city of Keilah, where did he secretly meet Jonathan. And the LORD answered him and said, Arise, go down to Keilah; for I will deliver the Philistines into thine hand. 7 And it was told Saul that David was come to Keilah. And the LORD … And the Lord said unto David, Go, and smite the Philistines, and save Keilah. And the Lord said unto David, Go, and smite the Philistines, and save Keilah. 14 And David abode in the wilderness in strong holds, and remained in a mountain in the wilderness of Ziph. Moreover as for me, God forbid that I should sin against the LORD in ceasing to pray for you: but I will teach you the good and the right way: 1 Samuel 12:23 Parallel Commentaries 8 And Saul called all the people together to war, to go down to Keilah, to besiege David and his men. 18 And they two made a covenant before the Lord: and David abode in the wood, and Jonathan went to his house. The God of Israel said, the Rock of Israel spake to me, He that ruleth over men must be just, ruling in … Our covenant with God should be often renewed, and therein our communion with him kept up. And Saul sought him every day, but God delivered him not into his hand. No sooner was the ephod brought him than he made use of it. from. And the Lord said, They will deliver thee up. Therefore David enquired of the LORD, saying, Shall I go and smite these Philistines? 10 Then said David, O Lord God of Israel, thy servant hath certainly heard that Saul seeketh to come to Keilah, to destroy the city for my sake. fill thine horn with oil, and go, I will send thee to Jesse the Beth–lehemite: for I have provided me a king among his sons. Behold, to obey is better than sacrifice, and to hearken than the fat of rams. And the LORD said unto David, Go, and smite the Philistines, and save Keilah. 25 Saul also and his men went to seek him. 29 And David went up from thence, and dwelt in strong holds at Engedi.