Study note

1 Samuel 17:52

  • The Israelites chased the Philistines to Gath, which is about 9.7 kilometers (6 miles) west.

  • Ekron, a Philistine city, is 8 kilometers (5 miles) north of Gath.

  • Shaaraim, a city in Judah, is near Azekah (1 Samuel 17:1).