Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version And Saul called up all his forces for battle, to go down to Keilah to besiege David and his men. New Living Translation So Saul mobilized his entire army to march to Keilah and besiege David and his men. English Standard Version And Saul summoned all the people to war, to go down to Keilah, to besiege David and his men. Berean Standard Bible Then Saul summoned all his troops to go to war at Keilah and besiege David and his men. King James Bible And Saul called all the people together to war, to go down to Keilah, to besiege David and his men. New King James Version Then Saul called all the people together for war, to go down to Keilah to besiege David and his men. New American Standard Bible So Saul summoned all the people for war, to go down to Keilah to besiege David and his men. NASB 1995 So Saul summoned all the people for war, to go down to Keilah to besiege David and his men. NASB 1977 So Saul summoned all the people for war, to go down to Keilah to besiege David and his men. Legacy Standard Bible Then Saul summoned all the people for battle, to go down to Keilah to besiege David and his men. Amplified Bible So Saul summoned all the people (soldiers) for war, to go down to Keilah to besiege David and his men. Christian Standard Bible Then Saul summoned all the troops to go to war at Keilah and besiege David and his men. Holman Christian Standard Bible Then Saul summoned all the troops to go to war at Keilah and besiege David and his men. American Standard Version And Saul summoned all the people to war, to go down to Keilah, to besiege David and his men. English Revised Version And Saul summoned all the people to war, to go down to Keilah, to besiege David and his men. GOD'S WORD® Translation So Saul called together all the troops to go to war and blockade Keilah, where David and his men were. Good News Translation So Saul called his troops to war, to march against Keilah and besiege David and his men. International Standard Version Saul summoned for battle all his forces to go down to Keilah, to besiege David and his men. Majority Standard Bible Then Saul summoned all his troops to go to war at Keilah and besiege David and his men. NET Bible So Saul mustered all his army to go down to Keilah and besiege David and his men. New Heart English Bible Then Saul summoned all the people to war, to go down to Keilah, to besiege David and his men. Webster's Bible Translation And Saul called all the people together to war, to go down to Keilah, to besiege David and his men. World English Bible Saul summoned all the people to war, to go down to Keilah to besiege David and his men. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Saul summons all the people to the battle, to go down to Keilah, to lay siege to David and to his men. Young's Literal Translation And Saul summoneth the whole of the people to battle, to go down to Keilah, to lay siege unto David and unto his men. Smith's Literal Translation And Saul will summon all the people to war to go down to Keilah to press against David and against his men. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Saul commanded all the people to go down to fight against Ceila, and to besiege David, and his men. Catholic Public Domain Version And Saul instructed all the people to descend in order to fight against Keilah, and to besiege David and his men. New American Bible Saul then called all the army to war, in order to go down to Keilah and besiege David and his men. New Revised Standard Version Saul summoned all the people to war, to go down to Keilah, to besiege David and his men. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Saul called all the people together to war to go down to Keilah to besiege David and his men. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Shaul made it heard to all the people to go down to battle at Qayla, to defeat David and the men who were with him OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Saul summoned all the people to war, to go down to Keilah, to besiege David and his men. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Saul charged all the people to go down to war to Keila, to besiege David and his men. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Saul Pursues David7When Saul was told that David had gone to Keilah, he said, “God has delivered him into my hand, for he has trapped himself by entering a town with gates and bars.” 8Then Saul summoned all his troops to go to war at Keilah and besiege David and his men. 9When David learned that Saul was plotting evil against him, he said to Abiathar the priest, “Bring the ephod.”… Cross References 1 Samuel 19:1 Then Saul ordered his son Jonathan and all his servants to kill David. But Jonathan delighted greatly in David, 1 Samuel 24:2 So Saul took three thousand chosen men from all Israel and went to look for David and his men in the region of the Rocks of the Wild Goats. 1 Samuel 22:17-19 Then the king ordered the guards at his side, “Turn and kill the priests of the LORD, because they too sided with David. For they knew he was fleeing, but they did not tell me.” But the king’s servants would not lift a hand to strike the priests of the LORD. / So the king ordered Doeg, “You turn and strike down the priests!” And Doeg the Edomite turned and struck down the priests himself. On that day he killed eighty-five men who wore the linen ephod. / He also put to the sword Nob, the city of the priests, with its men and women, children and infants, oxen, donkeys, and sheep. 1 Samuel 18:11 and he hurled it, thinking, “I will pin David to the wall.” But David eluded him twice. 1 Samuel 20:31 For as long as the son of Jesse lives on this earth, neither you nor your kingdom shall be established. Now send for him and bring him to me, for he must surely die!” 2 Samuel 5:17-18 When the Philistines heard that David had been anointed king over Israel, they all went in search of him; but David learned of this and went down to the stronghold. / Now the Philistines had come and spread out in the Valley of Rephaim. 2 Samuel 15:14 And David said to all the servants with him in Jerusalem, “Arise and let us flee, or we will not escape from Absalom! We must leave quickly, or he will soon overtake us, heap disaster on us, and put the city to the sword.” 2 Kings 6:13-14 So the king said, “Go and see where he is, that I may send men to capture him.” On receiving the report, “Elisha is in Dothan,” / the king of Aram sent horses, chariots, and a great army. They went there by night and surrounded the city. Psalm 54:3 For strangers rise up against me, and ruthless men seek my life—men with no regard for God. Selah Psalm 59:1-3 For the choirmaster. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” A Miktam of David, when Saul sent men to watch David’s house in order to kill him. Deliver me from my enemies, O my God; protect me from those who rise against me. / Deliver me from workers of iniquity, and save me from men of bloodshed. / See how they lie in wait for me. Fierce men conspire against me for no transgression or sin of my own, O LORD. Matthew 2:13 When the Magi had gone, an angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream. “Get up!” he said. “Take the Child and His mother and flee to Egypt. Stay there until I tell you, for Herod is going to search for the Child to kill Him.” Matthew 26:3-4 At that time the chief priests and elders of the people assembled in the courtyard of the high priest, whose name was Caiaphas, / and they conspired to arrest Jesus covertly and kill Him. John 11:53 So from that day on they plotted to kill Him. Acts 9:23-24 After many days had passed, the Jews conspired to kill him, / but Saul learned of their plot. Day and night they watched the city gates in order to kill him. Acts 23:12-15 When daylight came, the Jews formed a conspiracy and bound themselves with an oath not to eat or drink until they had killed Paul. / More than forty of them were involved in this plot. / They went to the chief priests and elders and said, “We have bound ourselves with a solemn oath not to eat anything until we have killed Paul. ... Treasury of Scripture And Saul called all the people together to war, to go down to Keilah, to besiege David and his men. David Jeremiah 11:18,19 And the LORD hath given me knowledge of it, and I know it: then thou shewedst me their doings… Acts 9:24 But their laying await was known of Saul. And they watched the gates day and night to kill him. Acts 14:6 They were ware of it, and fled unto Lystra and Derbe, cities of Lycaonia, and unto the region that lieth round about: Bring 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. 1 Samuel 14:18 And Saul said unto Ahiah, Bring hither the ark of God. For the ark of God was at that time with the children of Israel. 1 Samuel 30:7 And David said to Abiathar the priest, Ahimelech's son, I pray thee, bring me hither the ephod. And Abiathar brought thither the ephod to David. Jump to Previous Attack Battle Besiege David Keilah Kei'lah Lay Saul Siege Summoned Summoneth Together War WholeJump to Next Attack Battle Besiege David Keilah Kei'lah Lay Saul Siege Summoned Summoneth Together War Whole1 Samuel 23 1. David, enquiring of the Lord by Abiathar, rescues Keilah7. God showing him the coming of Saul, and the treachery of the Keilites, 13. he escapes from Keilah 14. In Ziph Jonathan comes and comforts him 19. The Ziphites discover him to Saul 25. At Maon he is rescued from Saul by the invasion of the Philistines 29. He dwells at En Gedi Then Saul summoned all his troops Saul, the first king of Israel, is depicted as a leader who often relied on military might. His summoning of troops indicates a significant mobilization, reflecting the seriousness with which he viewed David as a threat. This action is consistent with Saul's character, as seen in previous chapters where he frequently gathered forces to pursue David. The summoning of troops also highlights Saul's authority and the centralized power of the monarchy in Israel at the time. to go to war at Keilah and besiege David and his men Persons / Places / Events 1. SaulThe first king of Israel, who was anointed by the prophet Samuel. At this point in the account, Saul is pursuing David out of jealousy and fear of losing his throne. 2. David The future king of Israel, anointed by Samuel, who is on the run from Saul. David is known for his faithfulness to God and his leadership qualities. 3. Keilah A city in Judah that David had just saved from the Philistines. It becomes a focal point in this account as Saul plans to besiege it to capture David. 4. Troops The soldiers under Saul's command, who are summoned to capture David, reflecting Saul's determination to eliminate his perceived rival. 5. Philistines Although not directly mentioned in this verse, they are the reason David initially went to Keilah, as he was defending the city from their attack. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty in TrialsDespite Saul's efforts, God's plan for David's kingship remains unthwarted. Believers can trust in God's sovereignty even when facing opposition. Faithfulness in Adversity David's actions at Keilah demonstrate his commitment to God's people, even when it puts him at risk. Christians are called to remain faithful and serve others, even in difficult circumstances. Discernment and Wisdom David seeks God's guidance before acting (as seen in the surrounding verses). This highlights the importance of seeking divine wisdom in decision-making. The Consequences of Jealousy Saul's jealousy leads to destructive behavior. Believers are warned against allowing jealousy to take root, as it can lead to sin and broken relationships. Community and Support David's men stand by him, illustrating the importance of having a supportive community of faith during challenging times.(8) And Saul called all the people together.--Such a summons to war on the part of the sovereign has been always a royal right. The plea, of course, alleged for this "summons" was the necessity of an immediate national effort against the hereditary enemies of the people. Hebrew Then Saulשָׁא֛וּל (šā·’ūl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 7586: Saul -- first king of Israel, also an Edomite and two Israelites summoned וַיְשַׁמַּ֥ע (way·šam·ma‘) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every his troops הָעָ֖ם (hā·‘ām) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock to go לָרֶ֣דֶת (lā·re·ḏeṯ) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 3381: To come or go down, descend to war לַמִּלְחָמָ֑ה (lam·mil·ḥā·māh) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4421: A battle, war at Keilah קְעִילָ֔ה (qə·‘î·lāh) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 7084: Keilah -- a city in Judah and besiege לָצ֥וּר (lā·ṣūr) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 6696: To confine, bind, besiege David דָּוִ֖ד (dā·wiḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse and his men. אֲנָשָֽׁיו׃ (’ă·nā·šāw) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person Links 1 Samuel 23:8 NIV1 Samuel 23:8 NLT 1 Samuel 23:8 ESV 1 Samuel 23:8 NASB 1 Samuel 23:8 KJV 1 Samuel 23:8 BibleApps.com 1 Samuel 23:8 Biblia Paralela 1 Samuel 23:8 Chinese Bible 1 Samuel 23:8 French Bible 1 Samuel 23:8 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Samuel 23:8 Saul summoned all the people to war (1Sa iSam 1 Sam i sa) |
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