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◄ 1 Samuel 26:22►

New International Version
“Here is the king’s spear,” David answered. “Let one of your young men come over and get it.

New Living Translation
“Here is your spear, O king,” David replied. “Let one of your young men come over and get it.

English Standard Version
And David answered and said, “Here is the spear, O king! Let one of the young men come over and take it.

Berean Standard Bible
“Here is the king’s spear,” David answered. “Let one of the young men come over and get it.

King James Bible
And David answered and said, Behold the king's spear! and let one of the young men come over and fetch it.

New King James Version
And David answered and said, “Here is the king’s spear. Let one of the young men come over and get it.

New American Standard Bible
David replied, “Behold, the spear of the king! Now have one of the young men come over and take it.

NASB 1995
David replied, “Behold the spear of the king! Now let one of the young men come over and take it.

NASB 1977
And David answered and said, “Behold the spear of the king! Now let one of the young men come over and take it.

Legacy Standard Bible
And David replied, “Behold the spear of the king! Now let one of the young men come over and take it.

Amplified Bible
David answered, “Look, here is the king’s spear! Now let one of the young men come over and get it.

Christian Standard Bible
David answered, “Here is the king’s spear; have one of the young men come over and get it.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
David answered, “Here is the king’s spear; have one of the young men come over and get it.

American Standard Version
And David answered and said, Behold the spear, O king! let then one of the young men come over and fetch it.

Contemporary English Version
"Your Majesty, here's your spear! Let one of your soldiers come and get it.

English Revised Version
And David answered and said, Behold the spear, O king! let then one of the young men come over and fetch it.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
David responded, "Here's the king's spear. One of the young men should come over and get it.

Good News Translation
David replied, "Here is your spear, Your Majesty. Let one of your men come over and get it.

International Standard Version
David replied, "Here's the king's spear. Have one of the young men come over and get it.

NET Bible
David replied, "Here is the king's spear! Let one of your servants cross over and get it.

New Heart English Bible
And David answered and said, "Look, the king's spear. Now let one of the young men come over and get it.

Webster's Bible Translation
And David answered and said, Behold the king's spear! and let one of the young men come over and take it.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
“Here is the king’s spear,” David answered. “Let one of the young men come over and get it.

World English Bible
David answered, “Behold the spear, O king! Let one of the young men come over and get it.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
And David answers and says, “Behold, the king’s spear; and let one of the young men pass over, and receive it;

Young's Literal Translation
And David answereth and saith, 'Lo, the king's spear; and let one of the young men pass over, and receive it;

Smith's Literal Translation
And David will answer and say, Behold the king's spear: and will one of the boys pass over and take it?

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
And David answering, said: Behold the king's spear: let one of the king's servants come over and fetch it.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And responding, David said: “Behold, the king’s spear. Let one of the servants of the king cross over and take it.

New American Bible
But David answered: “Here is the king’s spear. Let an attendant come over to get it.

New Revised Standard Version
David replied, “Here is the spear, O king! Let one of the young men come over and get it.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And David answered and said, Behold the king's spear! Let one of the young men come over and take it.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And David answered and said: “Behold, the scepterspear of the King! Let one of the young men cross over and take it!

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
And David answered and said: 'Behold the king's spear! let then one of the young men come over and fetch it.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And David answered and said, Behold, the spear of the king: let one of the servants come over and take it.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

Saul Acknowledges His Sin
21Then Saul replied, “I have sinned. Come back, David my son. I will never harm you again, because today you considered my life precious. I have played the fool and have committed a grave error!”22“Here is the king’s spear,”David answered.“Let one of the young men come over and get it.23May the LORD repay every man for his righteousness and faithfulness. For the LORD delivered you into my hand today, but I would not stretch out my hand against the LORD’s anointed.…

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Cross References

1 Samuel 24:11
See, my father, look at the corner of your robe in my hand. For I cut it off, but I did not kill you. Know and see that there is no evil or rebellion in my hands. I have not sinned against you, even though you are hunting me down to take my life.

1 Samuel 24:12
May the LORD judge between you and me, and may the LORD take vengeance on you, but my hand will never be against you.

1 Samuel 24:17
and said to David, “You are more righteous than I, for you have rewarded me with good, though I have rewarded you with evil.

1 Samuel 24:20
Now I know for sure that you will be king and that the kingdom of Israel will be established in your hands.

2 Samuel 1:16
For David had said to the Amalekite, “Your blood be on your own head because your own mouth has testified against you, saying, ‘I killed the LORD’s anointed.’”

2 Samuel 16:12
Perhaps the LORD will see my affliction and repay me with good for the cursing I receive today.”

2 Kings 5:26
But Elisha questioned him, “Did not my spirit go with you when the man got down from his chariot to meet you? Is this the time to accept money and clothing, olive groves and vineyards, sheep and oxen, menservants and maidservants?

Psalm 7:8
The LORD judges the peoples; vindicate me, O LORD, according to my righteousness and integrity.

Psalm 18:20
The LORD has rewarded me according to my righteousness; He has repaid me according to the cleanness of my hands.

Psalm 26:1
Of David. Vindicate me, O LORD! For I have walked with integrity; I have trusted in the LORD without wavering.

Psalm 35:24
Vindicate me by Your righteousness, O LORD my God, and do not let them gloat over me.

Psalm 37:6
He will bring forth your righteousness like the dawn, your justice like the noonday sun.

Psalm 43:1
Vindicate me, O God, and plead my case against an ungodly nation; deliver me from deceitful and unjust men.

Proverbs 20:22
Do not say, “I will avenge this evil!” Wait on the LORD, and He will save you.

Matthew 5:39-42
But I tell you not to resist an evil person. If someone slaps you on your right cheek, turn to him the other also; / if someone wants to sue you and take your tunic, let him have your cloak as well; / and if someone forces you to go one mile, go with him two miles. ...

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1 Samuel 26

1.Saul, by the discovery of the Ziphites, comes to Hachilah against David
4.David coming into the trench keeps Abishai from killing Saul,
11.but takes his spear and jug
13.David reproves Abner
17.and exhorts Saul
21.Saul acknowledges his sin

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

Here is the king’s spear,
David's act of returning the spear signifies his respect for Saul's position as the anointed king of Israel, despite Saul's pursuit to kill him. The spear, a symbol of Saul's authority and military power, was taken by David to demonstrate his ability to harm Saul but choosing not to. This act reflects David's integrity and his trust in God's justice. The spear also represents the futility of Saul's attempts to harm David, as God protects David. This moment echoes the earlier event in1 Samuel 24, where David spares Saul's life in the cave.

David answered.
David's response is significant as it shows his willingness to communicate directly and honestly with Saul. Despite being wronged, David maintains a respectful tone, emphasizing his desire for reconciliation and peace. This interaction highlights David's character as a man after God's own heart, who seeks to resolve conflict without violence. It also serves as a model for handling disputes with humility and grace.

Let one of the young men come over and get it.
David's invitation for one of Saul's men to retrieve the spear demonstrates his commitment to peace and his refusal to take advantage of the situation. By allowing Saul's servant to collect the spear, David avoids any further confrontation and shows his respect for Saul's authority. This act of returning the spear without conditions underscores David's trust in God's timing and justice. It also prefigures Christ's teaching on loving one's enemies and turning the other cheek, as seen inMatthew 5:39-44.

Persons / Places / Events

1.David
The future king of Israel, anointed by God, who is currently being pursued by King Saul. In this chapter, David demonstrates his integrity and respect for God's anointed by sparing Saul's life.

2.Saul
The first king of Israel, who is seeking to kill David out of jealousy and fear of losing his throne. Saul is camped in the Desert of Ziph with his army.

3.Abishai
David's nephew and one of his loyal warriors, who accompanies David into Saul's camp and urges David to kill Saul.

4.The Desert of Ziph
A wilderness area in Judah where Saul is encamped with his army, and where David and Abishai infiltrate the camp.

5.The Spear
A symbol of Saul's authority and power, which David takes as evidence of his ability to harm Saul but chooses not to.

Teaching Points

Respect for God's Anointed
David's refusal to harm Saul, despite having the opportunity, teaches us the importance of respecting those whom God has placed in authority, even when they are flawed.

Trust in God's Justice
David's actions demonstrate a deep trust in God's justice and timing. We are reminded to leave vengeance to God and trust Him to right wrongs in His perfect timing.

Integrity in Adversity
David's integrity shines through as he chooses righteousness over revenge. We are called to maintain our integrity, even when faced with difficult situations.

Symbolism of the Spear
The spear represents power and authority. David's return of the spear signifies his acknowledgment of God's sovereignty over kingship and authority.

Peacemaking
David's actions align with the biblical call to be peacemakers, showing mercy and seeking reconciliation rather than conflict.

Lists and Questions

Top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 26

How could David and Abishai enter Saul's camp and take his spear and water jug unnoticed by 3,000 soldiers? (1 Samuel 26:7-12)

Who was high priest when David went into the House of GOD and ate the consecrated bread? Abiathar (Mark 2:26) Ahimelech, the father of Abiathar (I Samuel 1:1; 22:20)

Why did Abner, responsible for guarding Saul, face no immediate consequences for failing to protect the king? (1 Samuel 26:15-16)

Why does God forbid David from building the temple in 1 Chronicles 22:8 but never give that explicit reason in the parallel accounts (e.g., 2 Samuel 7)?

Pulpit Commentary

Verses 22-24. -Behold the king's spear. Rather, "Behold the spear, O king." The other is an unnecessary correction of the Kri. Having restored to Saul this ensign of his authority, David prays thatJehovah mayrender to every man his righteousness,i.e. may requite David for his upright conduct towards Saul, and by implication punish Saul himself for his unjust conduct. And alsohis faithfulness, his fidelity, and steady allegiance. This refers exclusively to David, who gives as proof of his faithfulness to his king that he had spared his life when it was delivered into his power. In return for which act God, he affirms, will protect his life. Ver. 24 would be better translated, "And behold, as thy life was great (in value) in my sight this day, so shall my life be great (in value) in the sight of Jehovah, and he shall deliver me out of every strait," every narrowness and difficulty into which Saul's persecution might drive him.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

“Here
הִנֵּ֖ה(hin·nêh)
Interjection
Strong's 2009:Lo! behold!

is the king’s
הַמֶּ֑לֶךְ(ham·me·leḵ)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4428:A king

spear,”
חֲנִ֣ית(ḥă·nîṯ)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 2595:A lance

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

answered.
וַיַּ֤עַן(way·ya·‘an)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6030:To answer, respond

“Let one of
אֶחָ֥ד(’e·ḥāḏ)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 259:United, one, first

the young men
מֵֽהַנְּעָרִ֖ים(mê·han·nə·‘ā·rîm)
Preposition-m, Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 5288:A boy, lad, youth, retainer

come over
וְיַעֲבֹ֛ר(wə·ya·‘ă·ḇōr)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5674:To pass over, through, or by, pass on

and get it.
וְיִקָּחֶֽהָ׃(wə·yiq·qā·ḥe·hā)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine singular | third person feminine singular
Strong's 3947:To take

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OT History: 1 Samuel 26:22 David answered Behold the spear O king! (1Sa iSam 1 Sam i sa)