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Two Victories over the Philistines
…24As soon as you hear the sound of marching in the tops of the balsam trees, move quickly, because this will mean that the LORD has marched out before you to strike the camp of the Philistines.”25So Daviddidasthe LORDhad commanded him,and he struck downthe Philistinesall the way from GibeontoGezer.

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And David did so, as the LORD had commanded him; and smote the Philistines from Geba until you come to Gazer.

Geba

1 Chronicles 14:16
David therefore did as God commanded him: and they smote the host of the Philistines from Gibeon even to Gazer.

Gibeon

Joshua 16:10
And they drave not out the Canaanites that dwelt in Gezer: but the Canaanites dwell among the Ephraimites unto this day, and serve under tribute.

AttackingCommandedDavidFarGazerGebaGezerGibeonOvercamePhilistinesSmitethSmoteStruckWayAttackingCommandedDavidFarGazerGebaGezerGibeonOvercamePhilistinesSmitethSmoteStruckWay1.The tribes come to Hebron and anoint David over Israel,
4.David's age
6.Taking Zion from the Jebusites, he dwells in it
11.Hiram sends to David,
13.Eleven sons are born to him in Jerusalem
17.David, directed by God, smites the Philistines at Baal-perazim
22.And again at the mulberry trees

So David did as the LORD had commanded him
David's obedience to God's command is a recurring theme in his life, highlighting his role as a man after God's own heart. This phrase underscores the importance of following divine guidance, a principle seen throughout Scripture, such as in Joshua's conquests (Joshua 1:7-9) and Jesus' submission to the Father's will (John 5:19). David's actions here reflect his reliance on God's direction rather than his own understanding, a model for faithful leadership.

and he struck down the Philistines
The Philistines were a persistent enemy of Israel, often representing opposition to God's people. David's victory over them is significant, as it demonstrates God's power and faithfulness in delivering Israel from its foes. This victory can be seen as a type of Christ's ultimate triumph over sin and death, as Jesus is the ultimate deliverer of His people (1 Corinthians 15:57). The defeat of the Philistines also fulfills earlier prophecies and promises of Israel's dominance over their enemies (Exodus 23:31).

all the way from Gibeon to Gezer
Gibeon and Gezer were significant locations in ancient Israel. Gibeon, located northwest of Jerusalem, was known for its strategic importance and its earlier treaty with Israel during Joshua's time (Joshua 9). Gezer, situated further west, was a key city on the route to the coastal plain. The mention of these locations indicates the extent of David's military campaign and the thoroughness of his victory. Archaeological findings at these sites have provided insights into the period's historical context, confirming the biblical narrative's accuracy. This geographical detail emphasizes the completeness of David's triumph, symbolizing the comprehensive nature of God's deliverance.

1.David
The anointed king of Israel, known for his heart after God and his military prowess. In this passage, he acts in obedience to God's command.

2.The LORD
The covenant God of Israel, who guides and commands David in his military endeavors.

3.Philistines
A perennial enemy of Israel, representing opposition to God's people and purposes.

4.Gibeon
A city in the territory of Benjamin, significant as a site of battles and covenants in Israel's history.

5.Gezer
A strategic city on the border of Philistine territory, marking the extent of David's victory.Obedience to God's Command
David's success is directly linked to his obedience to God's specific instructions. This teaches us the importance of seeking and following God's guidance in our own lives.

Divine Strategy
God's ways and strategies may differ from human wisdom. We should be open to His leading, even when it challenges our understanding.

Victory Over Opposition
Just as David overcame the Philistines, believers are called to overcome spiritual opposition through faith and reliance on God.

Faithfulness in Leadership
David's leadership is marked by faithfulness to God's commands, setting an example for leaders in all areas of life to prioritize God's will.

God's Sovereignty in Battles
The passage underscores God's sovereignty in the affairs of nations and individuals, reminding us to trust His control over our circumstances.Top 10 Lessons from 2 Samuel 5

Did David or Elhanan kill Goliath?

When did David bring the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem? Before defeating the Philistines or after? After (2 Samuel 5 and 6) Before (I Chronicles 13 and 14)

1 Chronicles 14:8-17 - How do we reconcile any discrepancies between this account of David's battles with the Philistines and the parallel text in 2 Samuel 5?

Why does King David, described elsewhere as righteous (1 Kings 15:5), resort to deceit and murder in 2 Samuel 11:14-17?(25)From Geba . . . to Gazer.--In the parallel passage (1Chronicles 14:16) it is "from Gibeon to Gazer." One or the other is a slip of the scribe, and there can be little question that Gibeon is the true reading, since it lies about five and a half miles northwest of Jerusalem, while Geba (Gibeah) is about seven and a half miles north-east. The site of Gazer (or Gezer) has not been exactly identified, but it was certainly just on the edge of the Philistine plain. The distance of the pursuit from Gibeon was about twelve miles, and six miles more must already have been passed over before reaching Gibeon from the valley of Rephaim. The flight of the Philistines was determined in this north-westerly direction at first, from the fact that David had "fetched a compass," and attacked them from the south. In1Chronicles 14:8-17, these battles are placed between the unsuccessful (2Samuel 13:5-14) and the successful (2 Samuel 15) attempts to bring up the ark to Jerusalem. It is impossible now to determine the exact details of the chronology.

Verse 25. -From Geba until thou some to Gazer. In1 Chronicles 14:16 "Gibson" is substituted for "Geba," and it is one of those corrections which a commentator is inclined to adopt, because it makes all things easy. For Gibeon lay directly on the road from the Rephaim valley towards Gazer, and the armies must have passed it in the fight. But if "Geba" be the right reading here, then the battle must have been most sternly contested. For it is the "Gibeah of Benjamin," Hebrew, "Geba of Benjamin," described in1 Samuel 13:16. The Philistines had a garrison there in Saul's time (1 Samuel 13:3), and had probably again occupied it as a military post after their victory at Gilboa. To reach it the line of retreat would go nine miles northward over difficult ground; but this was not disadvantageous to a retreating army as long as it remained unbroken, and the Philistines would expect to be able to make a successful defense at a strong citadel like Geba, held by a garrison of their own troops. But when driven by David's "mighty men" from this fortified hill, being hemmed in by the defile of Michmash on the east, they would have no choice but to hurry down the valleys to the west, and, still passing by Gibson, so flee to Gazer. Thus the reading "Geba" implies a stout and long resistance ending in a most complete victory. And confessedly this was a decisive battle, fought with larger forces, and causing far larger loss to the Philistines than that at Baal-Perazim, where, attacked by only a few men, they were seized with panic, and saved themselves by a headlong flight.Gazer lay upon the border of Ephraim, and was one of the royal cities of the Canaanites, and so strong that it was left in the hands of its old possessors (Joshua 16:3, 10;Judges 1:19). Subsequently Solomon fortified it (1 Kings 9:17), as being the key of the defiles which led from Ekron and the plain of Philistia up to Jerusalem. We also find it mentioned as an important military post in the days of the Maccabees (1 Macc. 9:52). The pursuit would naturally stop here, as the fugitives would now be in their own country, and succour would be close at hand. Probably, too, the Canaanites who held the fortress were friendly to them, and gave them shelter.

Parallel Commentaries ...

So David
דָּוִד֙(dā·wiḏ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1732:David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse

did
וַיַּ֤עַשׂ(way·ya·‘aś)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6213:To do, make

as
כַּאֲשֶׁ֥ר(ka·’ă·šer)
Preposition-k | Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834:Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

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

had commanded him,
צִוָּ֖הוּ(ṣiw·wā·hū)
Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular | third person masculine singular
Strong's 6680:To lay charge (upon), give charge (to), command, order

and he struck down
וַיַּךְ֙(way·yaḵ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5221:To strike

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

all the way from Geba
מִגֶּ֖בַע(mig·ge·ḇa‘)
Preposition-m | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 1387:Geba -- a Levitical city of Benjamin

to
עַד־(‘aḏ-)
Preposition
Strong's 5704:As far as, even to, up to, until, while

Gezer.
גָֽזֶר׃(ḡā·zer)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 1507:Gezer -- 'portion', a Levitical city on the border of Ephraim


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OT History: 2 Samuel 5:25 David did so as Yahweh commanded him (2Sa iiSam 2 Sam ii sam)