1 Chronicles 11:14 But Eleazar and David stationed themselves in the middle of the field and defended it. They struck down the Philistines, and the LORD brought about a great victory.

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New International Version
But they took their stand in the middle of the field. They defended it and struck the Philistines down, and the LORD brought about a great victory.

New Living Translation
but Eleazar and David held their ground in the middle of the field and beat back the Philistines. So the LORD saved them by giving them a great victory.

English Standard Version
But he took his stand in the midst of the plot and defended it and killed the Philistines. And the LORD saved them by a great victory.

Berean Standard Bible
But Eleazar and David stationed themselves in the middle of the field and defended it. They struck down the Philistines, and the LORD brought about a great victory.

King James Bible
And they set themselves in the midst of that parcel, and delivered it, and slew the Philistines; and the LORD saved them by a great deliverance.

New King James Version
But they stationed themselves in the middle of that field, defended it, and killed the Philistines. So the LORD brought about a great victory.

New American Standard Bible
But they took their stand in the midst of the plot and defended it, and defeated the Philistines; and the LORD saved them with a great victory.

NASB 1995
They took their stand in the midst of the plot and defended it, and struck down the Philistines; and the LORD saved them by a great victory.

NASB 1977
And they took their stand in the midst of the plot, and defended it, and struck down the Philistines; and the LORD saved them by a great victory.

Legacy Standard Bible
But they took their stand in the midst of that portion and delivered it, and struck down the Philistines. So Yahweh saved them by a great salvation.

Amplified Bible
But they took their stand in the midst of that plot and defended it, and killed the Philistines; and the LORD rescued them by a great victory.

Christian Standard Bible
But Eleazar and David took their stand in the middle of the field and defended it. They killed the Philistines, and the LORD gave them a great victory.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
But Eleazar and David took their stand in the middle of the field and defended it. They killed the Philistines, and the LORD gave them a great victory.

American Standard Version
And they stood in the midst of the plot, and defended it, and slew the Philistines; and Jehovah saved them by a great victory.

Contemporary English Version
except Eleazar, who stayed with David. They took their positions in a nearby barley field and defeated the Philistines! The LORD gave Israel a great victory that day.

English Revised Version
And they stood in the midst of the plot, and defended it, and slew the Philistines; and the LORD saved them by a great victory.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
they stood in the middle of the field and defended it by killing Philistines. So the LORD saved [them] with an impressive victory.

Good News Translation
so he and his men took a stand in the middle of the field and fought the Philistines. The LORD gave him a great victory.

International Standard Version
but they took a defensive stand in the middle of the field and killed the Philistines while the LORD saved them by means of a great victory.

Majority Standard Bible
But Eleazar and David stationed themselves in the middle of the field and defended it. They struck down the Philistines, and the LORD brought about a great victory.

NET Bible
but then they made a stand in the middle of that area. They defended it and defeated the Philistines; the LORD gave them a great victory.

New Heart English Bible
And he took his stand in the midst of the plot, and defended it, and killed the Philistines; and the LORD saved them by a great victory.

Webster's Bible Translation
And they set themselves in the midst of that parcel, and delivered it, and slew the Philistines; and the LORD saved them by a great deliverance.

World English Bible
They stood in the middle of the plot, defended it, and killed the Philistines; and Yahweh saved them by a great victory.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
and they station themselves in the midst of the portion, and deliver it, and strike the Philistines, and YHWH saves [with] a great salvation.

Young's Literal Translation
and they station themselves in the midst of the portion, and deliver it, and smite the Philistines, and Jehovah saveth -- a great salvation.

Smith's Literal Translation
And they will set themselves in the midst of the portion, and they will deliver it and will strike the rovers; and Jehovah will save a great salvation.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
But these men stood in the midst of the field, and defended it: and they slew the Philistines, and the Lord gave a great deliverance to his people.

Catholic Public Domain Version
These men stood in the midst of the field, and they defended it. And when they had struck down the Philistines, the Lord gave a great salvation to his people.

New American Bible
but he took his stand in the middle of the plot, kept it safe, and cut down the Philistines. Thus the LORD brought about a great victory.

New Revised Standard Version
but he and David took their stand in the middle of the plot, defended it, and killed the Philistines; and the LORD saved them by a great victory.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And they set themselves in the midst of the field, and delivered it and slew the Philistines; and the LORD wrought a great victory.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And they stood within the field and they delivered it, and attacked the Philistines with the sword, and LORD JEHOVAH performed a great victory.

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
But they stood in the midst of the plot, and defended it, and slew the Philistines; and the LORD saved them by a great victory.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And he stood in the midst of the portion, and rescued it, and smote the Philistines; and the Lord wrought a great deliverance.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

David's Mighty Men
…13He was with David at Pas-dammim when the Philistines gathered there for battle. At the place with a field full of barley, the troops fled from the Philistines. 14But Eleazar and David stationed themselves in the middle of the field and defended it. They struck down the Philistines, and the LORD brought about a great victory. 15Three of the thirty chief men went down to David, to the rock at the cave of Adullam, while a company of Philistines was encamped in the Valley of Rephaim.…

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Cross References

2 Samuel 23:12
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.

1 Samuel 17:47
And all those assembled here will know that it is not by sword or spear that the LORD saves; for the battle is the LORD’s, and He will give all of you into our hands.”

2 Samuel 23:9-10
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.

1 Samuel 14:6
Jonathan said to the young man bearing his armor, “Come, let us cross over to the outpost of these uncircumcised men. Perhaps the LORD will work on our behalf. Nothing can hinder the LORD from saving, whether by many or by few.”

2 Chronicles 20:15
And he said, “Listen, all you people of Judah and Jerusalem! Listen, King Jehoshaphat! This is what the LORD says: ‘Do not be afraid or discouraged because of this vast army, for the battle does not belong to you, but to God.

2 Chronicles 20:17
You need not fight this battle. Take up your positions, stand firm, and see the salvation of the LORD on your behalf, O Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid or discouraged. Go out and face them tomorrow, for the LORD is with you.’”

1 Samuel 14:23
So the LORD saved Israel that day, and the battle moved on beyond Beth-aven.

2 Samuel 5:20
So David went to Baal-perazim, where he defeated the Philistines and said, “Like a bursting flood, the LORD has burst out against my enemies before me.” So he called that place Baal-perazim.

1 Samuel 17:50
Thus David prevailed over the Philistine with a sling and a stone; without a sword in his hand he struck down the Philistine and killed him.

2 Samuel 8:6
Then he placed garrisons in Aram of Damascus, and the Arameans became subject to David and brought him tribute. So the LORD made David victorious wherever he went.

2 Samuel 8:14
He placed garrisons throughout Edom, and all the Edomites were subject to David. So the LORD made David victorious wherever he went.

2 Samuel 21:12
he went and took the bones of Saul and his son Jonathan from the men of Jabesh-gilead, who had stolen them from the public square of Beth-shan where the Philistines had hung the bodies after they had struck down Saul at Gilboa.

2 Samuel 23:16
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,

1 Samuel 17:39
David strapped his sword over the tunic and tried to walk, but he was not accustomed to them. “I cannot walk in these,” David said to Saul. “I am not accustomed to them.” So David took them off.

1 Samuel 23:5
Then David and his men went to Keilah, fought against the Philistines, and carried off their livestock, striking them with a mighty blow. So David saved the people of Keilah.

Treasury of Scripture

And they set themselves in the middle of that parcel, and delivered it, and slew the Philistines; and the LORD saved them by a great deliverance.

set.

1 Samuel 14:23
So the LORD saved Israel that day: and the battle passed over unto Bethaven.

1 Samuel 19:5
For he did put his life in his hand, and slew the Philistine, and the LORD wrought a great salvation for all Israel: thou sawest it, and didst rejoice: wherefore then wilt thou sin against innocent blood, to slay David without a cause?

2 Samuel 23:10
He arose, and smote the Philistines until his hand was weary, and his hand clave unto the sword: and the LORD wrought a great victory that day; and the people returned after him only to spoil.

deliverance.

Psalm 144:10
It is he that giveth salvation unto kings: who delivereth David his servant from the hurtful sword.

Proverbs 21:31
The horse is prepared against the day of battle: but safety is of the LORD.

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1 Chronicles 11

1. David Becomes King over All Israel
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Berean Study Bible

But Eleazar and David
This phrase introduces two key figures, Eleazar and David, who are central to this narrative. Eleazar, one of David's mighty warriors, is highlighted for his bravery and loyalty. The Hebrew root for Eleazar means "God has helped," which is fitting given the divine assistance in their victory. David, the anointed king, represents God's chosen leader for Israel. Their partnership signifies the unity and strength found in godly alliances.

stationed themselves in the middle of the field
The act of stationing themselves in the middle of the field is a strategic and bold move. In ancient warfare, the middle of the field was often the most vulnerable position, yet it was also the most crucial for defense. This action demonstrates their courage and faith, as they place themselves in the heart of the battle, trusting in God's protection and guidance.

and defended it
The defense of the field signifies the protection of what God has given them. The Hebrew word for "defended" implies a steadfast and resolute stand against the enemy. This defense is not just physical but also spiritual, as they are defending the land promised to them by God. It reflects the Christian call to stand firm in faith against spiritual adversaries.

and they struck down the Philistines
The Philistines were a perennial enemy of Israel, representing opposition to God's people. The act of striking them down is symbolic of overcoming evil and adversity through divine strength. The Hebrew root for "struck down" conveys a decisive and powerful action, emphasizing the completeness of the victory achieved through God's power.

and the LORD brought about a great victory
This phrase attributes the victory entirely to the LORD, underscoring the belief that success comes from divine intervention rather than human strength alone. The Hebrew word for "victory" can also mean "deliverance" or "salvation," highlighting the spiritual significance of the triumph. This victory serves as a testament to God's faithfulness and might, inspiring believers to trust in His providence in their own battles.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(14) And they set themselves . . . and delivered . . . and slew.--These verbs should be singular, as describing the exploit of Shammah (2Samuel 23:12). After the omission just noticed had become perpetuated in the text, some editor must have altered the words into the plural, supposing that they referred to David and Eleazar (1Chronicles 11:13).

Saved them.--Samuel, "made a great deliverance": transpose one letter, and the Hebrew words are identical. LXX. and Syriac agree with Samuel.

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 14. - This, as well as the latter half of the preceding verse, belongs to the account of Shammah the Hararite (2 Samuel 23:11), and in the parallel the verbs are accordingly in the singular number. In that same place Shammah is called the "son of Agee," which probably answers to the "Shage" of the present chapter (ver. 34), where our reading should rather be, "Jonathan the son of Shammah the son of Shage, the Hararite." The word "Hararite" designates, according to Gesenius, "one from the hill-country," i.e. the hill-country of Judah or Ephraim, and would be equivalent with us to such a description as "the mountaineer."

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

But Eleazar and David stationed themselves
וַיִּֽתְיַצְּב֤וּ (way·yiṯ·yaṣ·ṣə·ḇū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hitpael - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 3320: To set or station oneself, take one's stand

in the middle
בְתוֹךְ־ (ḇə·ṯō·wḵ-)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 8432: A bisection, the centre

of the field
הַחֶלְקָה֙ (ha·ḥel·qāh)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 2513: Smoothness, flattery, an allotment

and defended it.
וַיַּצִּיל֔וּהָ (way·yaṣ·ṣî·lū·hā)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural | third person feminine singular
Strong's 5337: To strip, plunder, deliver oneself, be delivered, snatch away, deliver

They struck down
וַיַּכּ֖וּ (way·yak·kū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 5221: To strike

the Philistines,
פְּלִשְׁתִּ֑ים (pə·liš·tîm)
Noun - proper - masculine plural
Strong's 6430: Philistines -- inhabitants of Philistia

and the LORD
יְהוָ֖ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

brought about
וַיּ֥וֹשַׁע (way·yō·wō·ša‘)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3467: To be open, wide, free, to be safe, to free, succor

a great
גְדוֹלָֽה׃ (ḡə·ḏō·w·lāh)
Adjective - feminine singular
Strong's 1419: Great, older, insolent

victory.
תְּשׁוּעָ֥ה (tə·šū·‘āh)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 8668: Deliverance, salvation

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OT History: 1 Chronicles 11:14 They stood in the midst (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr)