Translations
Modern
As the Philistine started forward to attack him, David ran quickly toward the battle line to meet him.
Traditional
And it came to pass, when the Philistine arose, and came and drew nigh to meet David, that David hasted, and ran toward the army to meet the Philistine.
Literal
And it came to pass, when the Philistine arose and came and drew near to meet David, that David hurried and ran to the rank to meet the Philistine.
Latin
Cum ergo surrexisset Philisthæus, et veniret, et appropinquaret contra David, festinavit David et cucurrit ad pugnam ex adverso Philisthæi.
Original
Hebrew
English
As the Philistine started forward to attack him, David ran quickly toward the battle line to meet him.
Notes
Theme notes and profiles
Abner David Saul The Philistines David's Response to Unfriendly Leaders
Events
People
David: Anointed king of Israel, ancestor of Jesus Christ
Places
Philistia: An ancient people and region in Canaan
Glossary
Achish Archaeology and the Bible David Giants Goliath Psalm 151 Samuel, Books of First and Second Sling, Slinger Warfare
Topics
Armies: March in Ranks: Champions Fight Instead of Championship: Goliath and David Courage: Personal Bravery: David, in Killing Goliath Decision: David God: Preserver: Under David Sling: David Kills Goliath with A The Philistines: David: Slew Goliath the Champion of