New International VersionThe Philistines gathered all their forces at Aphek, and Israel camped by the spring in Jezreel.
New Living TranslationThe entire Philistine army now mobilized at Aphek, and the Israelites camped at the spring in Jezreel.
English Standard VersionNow the Philistines had gathered all their forces at Aphek. And the Israelites were encamped by the spring that is in Jezreel.
Berean Standard BibleNow the Philistines brought all their forces together at Aphek, while Israel camped by the spring in Jezreel.
King James BibleNow the Philistines gathered together all their armies to Aphek: and the Israelites pitched by a fountain which is in Jezreel.
New King James VersionThen the Philistines gathered together all their armies at Aphek, and the Israelites encamped by a fountain which is in Jezreel.
New American Standard BibleNow the Philistines gathered together all their armies to Aphek, while the Israelites were camping by the spring which is in Jezreel.
NASB 1995Now the Philistines gathered together all their armies to Aphek, while the Israelites were camping by the spring which is in Jezreel.
NASB 1977Now the Philistines gathered together all their armies to Aphek, while the Israelites were camping by the spring which is in Jezreel.
Legacy Standard BibleThen the Philistines gathered together all their camps to Aphek, while the Israelites were camping by the spring which is in Jezreel.
Amplified BibleNow the Philistines gathered all their forces at Aphek, while Israel camped by the spring in Jezreel.
Christian Standard BibleThe Philistines brought all their military units together at Aphek while Israel was camped by the spring in Jezreel.
Holman Christian Standard BibleThe Philistines brought all their military units together at Aphek while Israel was camped by the spring in Jezreel.
American Standard VersionNow the Philistines gathered together all their hosts to Aphek: and the Israelites encamped by the fountain which is in Jezreel.
Contemporary English VersionThe Philistines had brought their whole army to Aphek, while Israel's army was camping near Jezreel Spring.
English Revised VersionNow the Philistines gathered together all their hosts to Aphek: and the Israelites pitched by the fountain which is in Jezreel.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationThe Philistines assembled their whole army at Aphek, and Israel camped at the spring in Jezreel.
Good News TranslationThe Philistines brought all their troops together at Aphek, while the Israelites camped at the spring in Jezreel Valley.
International Standard VersionThe Philistines gathered all their troops at Aphek, while Israel was camped at the spring in Jezreel.
NET BibleThe Philistines assembled all their troops at Aphek, while Israel camped at the spring that is in Jezreel.
New Heart English BibleNow the Philistines gathered together all their armies to Aphek: and the Israelites camped by the spring which is in Jezreel.
Webster's Bible TranslationNow the Philistines collected all their armies to Aphek: and the Israelites encamped by a fountain which is in Jezreel. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleNow the Philistines brought all their forces together at Aphek, while Israel camped by the spring in Jezreel.
World English BibleNow the Philistines gathered together all their armies to Aphek; and the Israelites encamped by the spring which is in Jezreel. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the Philistines gather all their camps to Aphek, and Israel is encamping at a fountain which [is] in Jezreel,
Young's Literal Translation And the Philistines gather all their camps to Aphek, and the Israelites are encamping at a fountain which is in Jezreel,
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd the rovers will gather together all their camp to Aphek: and Israel encamping by a fountain which is in Jezreel. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleNow all the troops of the Philistines were gathered together to Aphec: and Israel also camped by the fountain which is in Jezrahel.
Catholic Public Domain VersionThen all the troops of the Philistines were gathered together at Aphek. But Israel also made camp, above the spring which is in Jezreel.
New American BibleNow the Philistines had mustered all their forces in Aphek, and the Israelites were encamped at the spring in Jezreel.
New Revised Standard VersionNow the Philistines gathered all their forces at Aphek, while the Israelites were encamped by the fountain that is in Jezreel. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa Bible- - -
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd the Philistines gathered all their camps to Aphaq, and Israel was camping at the spring that was in Yizrael OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Now the Philistines gathered together all their hosts to Aphek; and the Israelites pitched by the fountain which is in Jezreel.
Brenton Septuagint TranslationAnd the Philistines gather all their armies to Aphec, and Israel encamped in Aendor, which is in Jezrael.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context The Philistines Reject David1Now the Philistinesbrought alltheir forcestogetherat Aphek,while Israelcampedby the springin Jezreel.2As the Philistine leaders marched out their units of hundreds and thousands, David and his men marched behind them with Achish.…
Cross References 1 Samuel 28:1-2Now in those days the Philistines gathered their forces for warfare against Israel. So Achish said to David, “You must understand that you and your men are to go out to battle with me.” / David replied, “Then you will come to know what your servant can do.” “Very well,” said Achish. “I will make you my bodyguard for life.”
1 Samuel 30:1On the third day David and his men arrived in Ziklag, and the Amalekites had raided the Negev, attacked Ziklag, and burned it down.
1 Samuel 27:1-12David, however, said to himself, “One of these days now I will be swept away by the hand of Saul. There is nothing better for me than to escape to the land of the Philistines. Then Saul will stop searching for me all over Israel, and I will slip out of his hand.” / So David set out with his six hundred men and went to Achish son of Maoch, the king of Gath. / David and his men settled in Gath with Achish. Each man had his family with him, and David had his two wives: Ahinoam of Jezreel and Abigail of Carmel, the widow of Nabal. ...
1 Samuel 31:1Now the Philistines fought against Israel, and the men of Israel fled before them, and many fell slain on Mount Gilboa.
2 Samuel 1:1After the death of Saul, David returned from the slaughter of the Amalekites and stayed in Ziklag two days.
2 Samuel 4:4And Jonathan son of Saul had a son who was lame in his feet. He was five years old when the report about Saul and Jonathan came from Jezreel. His nurse picked him up and fled, but as she was hurrying to escape, he fell and became lame. His name was Mephibosheth.
2 Kings 3:21Now all the Moabites had heard that the kings had come up to fight against them. So all who could bear arms, young and old, were summoned and stationed at the border.
Judges 3:13After enlisting the Ammonites and Amalekites to join forces with him, Eglon attacked and defeated Israel, taking possession of the City of Palms.
Judges 6:33Then all the Midianites, Amalekites, and other people of the east gathered together, crossed over the Jordan, and camped in the Valley of Jezreel.
Judges 7:12Now the Midianites, Amalekites, and all the other people of the east had settled in the valley like a swarm of locusts, and their camels were as countless as the sand on the seashore.
Joshua 13:2-3This is the land that remains: All the territory of the Philistines and the Geshurites, / from the Shihor east of Egypt to the territory of Ekron on the north (considered to be Canaanite territory)—that of the five Philistine rulers of Gaza, Ashdod, Ashkelon, Gath, and Ekron, as well as that of the Avvites;
Joshua 11:22No Anakim were left in the land of the Israelites; only in Gaza, Gath, and Ashdod did any survive.
Joshua 13:13but the Israelites did not drive out the Geshurites or the Maacathites. So Geshur and Maacath dwell among the Israelites to this day.
1 Chronicles 10:1Now the Philistines fought against Israel, and the men of Israel fled before them, and many fell slain on Mount Gilboa.
1 Chronicles 12:19Some from Manasseh defected to David when he went with the Philistines to fight against Saul. (They did not help the Philistines because the Philistine rulers consulted and sent David away, saying, “It will cost us our heads if he defects to his master Saul.”)
Treasury of Scripture Now the Philistines gathered together all their armies to Aphek: and the Israelites pitched by a fountain which is in Jezreel. the Philistines 1 Samuel 28:1,2
And it came to pass in those days, that the Philistines gathered their armies together for warfare, to fight with Israel. And Achish said unto David, Know thou assuredly, that thou shalt go out with me to battle, thou and thy men… Aphek 1 Samuel 4:1
And the word of Samuel came to all Israel. Now Israel went out against the Philistines to battle, and pitched beside Ebenezer: and the Philistines pitched in Aphek. Joshua 19:30
Ummah also, and Aphek, and Rehob: twenty and two cities with their villages. 1 Kings 20:30
But the rest fled to Aphek, into the city; andthere a wall fell upon twenty and seven thousand of the menthat were left. And Benhadad fled, and came into the city, into an inner chamber. Jezreel 1 Samuel 28:4
And the Philistines gathered themselves together, and came and pitched in Shunem: and Saul gathered all Israel together, and they pitched in Gilboa. Joshua 19:18
And their border was toward Jezreel, and Chesulloth, and Shunem, Judges 6:33
Then all the Midianites and the Amalekites and the children of the east were gathered together, and went over, and pitched in the valley of Jezreel. Jump to Previous AphekArmiesArmyCampedCampingCampsCollectedEncampedEncampingHostsIsraelIsraelitesJezreelJizreelPhilistinesPitchedSpringTogetherJump to Next AphekArmiesArmyCampedCampingCampsCollectedEncampedEncampingHostsIsraelIsraelitesJezreelJizreelPhilistinesPitchedSpringTogether1 Samuel 29 1.David marching with the Philistines3.is disallowed by their princes6.Achish dismisses him, with commendations of his fidelityNow the Philistines brought all their forces together at AphekAphek was a significant location in the biblical narrative, often associated with battles between the Israelites and the Philistines. It was strategically located near the coastal plain, providing a staging ground for military campaigns. The gathering of all Philistine forces indicates a major military operation, reflecting the ongoing conflict between the Philistines and Israelites during the time of Saul. This assembly of forces suggests a unified Philistine front, highlighting their intent to decisively confront Israel. Historically, Aphek is mentioned in other biblical accounts, such as in 1 Samuel 4, where the Philistines defeated Israel and captured the Ark of the Covenant. This location serves as a reminder of the Philistines' persistent threat to Israel and their desire to dominate the region. while Israel camped by the spring in Jezreel
Jezreel was a fertile valley in northern Israel, known for its strategic importance and agricultural productivity. The spring in Jezreel provided a vital water source for the Israelite army, essential for sustaining troops during military campaigns. This location also served as a defensive position, allowing Israel to monitor Philistine movements. The mention of Jezreel connects to other significant biblical events, such as the story of Naboth's vineyard and the eventual downfall of King Ahab's dynasty. The valley's history is intertwined with themes of judgment and divine intervention. In the context of1 Samuel 29, Israel's encampment at Jezreel sets the stage for the unfolding narrative of David's relationship with the Philistines and his eventual rise to kingship. The geographical setting underscores the tension and anticipation of the impending conflict between the two nations. Persons / Places / Events 1. PhilistinesA significant group of people in the Old Testament, often in conflict with Israel. They were known for their military prowess and were a constant threat to the Israelites. 2. AphekA location frequently mentioned in the Bible, often associated with battles between the Israelites and the Philistines. It was a strategic military site. 3. IsraelThe nation chosen by God, often depicted in the Old Testament as struggling with faithfulness to God amidst external threats and internal challenges. 4. JezreelA valley in Israel known for its fertile land and strategic importance. It was often a site of military encampments and battles. 5. DavidAlthough not mentioned in this specific verse, David's situation is central to the surrounding account. He was living among the Philistines at this time, creating tension and complexity in his relationship with both the Philistines and Israel. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty in ConflictRecognize that God is in control even when His people face formidable enemies. Trust in His plan and timing. The Importance of Strategic LocationsUnderstand the significance of places like Aphek and Jezreel in biblical history, and how God uses them for His purposes. Faithfulness Amidst TensionLearn from David's complex situation living among the Philistines. Consider how to remain faithful to God when faced with conflicting loyalties. Preparation for Spiritual BattlesJust as Israel and the Philistines prepared for physical battle, Christians must prepare for spiritual battles through prayer, scripture, and community. God's DeliveranceReflect on how God has delivered His people in the past and trust in His ability to deliver us from our current struggles. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 29
Does the portrayal of David living among the Philistines in 1 Samuel 29 contradict any archaeological or historical evidence concerning Gath or its rulers?
How can David's earlier triumphs over the Philistines, such as in 1 Samuel 17, be reconciled with Achish's acceptance of him in 1 Samuel 29?
Why is there no mention of the Israelites objecting to David’s alliance with Philistines in 1 Samuel 29, given David’s notable status and background?
What extra-biblical sources, if any, corroborate or challenge the events and political dynamics described in 1 Samuel 29?(1) Aphek.--The name Aphek was a common one, and was given to several "places of arms" in Canaan. It signifies a fort or a strong place. This Aphek was most likely situated in the Plain of Jezreel. Eusebius places it in the neighbourhood of En-dor. By a fountain which is in Jezreel.--"By a fountain." The LXX. wrongly adds "dor," supposing the spring or fountain to be the well-known En-dor--spring of Dor--but En-dor, we know, lay many miles away from the camp of Saul. This "fountain" has been identified by modern travellers asAin-Jal-d,the Fountain of Goliath, because it was traditionally regarded as the scene of the old combat with the giant. It is a large spring which flows from under the cavern in the rock which forms the base of Gilboa. "There is every reason to regard this as the ancient fountain of Jezreel, where Saul and Jonathan pitched before their last fatal battle, and where, too, in the days of the Crusades, Saladin and the Christians successively encamped."--Robinson,Palestine,3:167, 8. Verse 1. - The Philistines gathered, etc. The narrative, broken off for the description of Saul's abasement, is again resumed from 1 Samuel 28:1. Aphek. As we saw on 1 Samuel 4:1, this word, signifying a fortress, is a very common name for places. If it was the Aphek in Judah there mentioned, David's dismissal would have taken place near Gath, and so soon after Achish joined the Philistine army. Mr. Conder thinks it was the place represented by the modern village Fuku'a, near Mount Gilboa, in the tribe of Issachar; but as this was distant from Ziklag eighty or ninety miles, it would not have been possible for David to have reached home thence on the third day ( 1 Samuel 30:1), nor was it probable that his presence with his little army would remain long unnoticed. A fountain which is in Jezreel. Hebrew, "the fountain." Conder says, "Crossing the valley we see before us the site of Jezreel, on a knoll 500 feet high. The position is very peculiar, for whilst on the north and northeast the slopes are steep and rugged, on the south the ascent is very gradual, and the traveller coming northward is astonished to look down suddenly on the valley with its two springs: one, 'Ain Jalud, welling out from a conglomerate cliff, and forming a pool 100 yards long with muddy borders; the other, the Crusaders' fountain of Tubania" ('Tent-Work,' 1:124). The former is the fountain mentioned here; and it is evident that even now Saul had chosen a strong position for his army. The reading of the Septuagint, En-dor instead of "the fountain" (Hebrew, En, or Ain), is indefensible, as the Israelites were many miles to the southward.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew Now the Philistinesפְלִשְׁתִּ֛ים(p̄ə·liš·tîm)Noun - proper - masculine plural
Strong's 6430:Philistines -- inhabitants of Philistiabrought allכָּל־(kāl-)Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605:The whole, all, any, everytheir forcesמַחֲנֵיהֶ֖ם(ma·ḥă·nê·hem)Noun - common plural construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 4264:An encampment, an armytogetherוַיִּקְבְּצ֧וּ(way·yiq·bə·ṣū)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 6908:To gather, collectat Aphek,אֲפֵ֑קָה(’ă·p̄ê·qāh)Noun - proper - feminine singular | third person feminine singular
Strong's 663:Aphek -- perhaps 'fortress', the name of several places in Palestinewhile Israelוְיִשְׂרָאֵ֣ל(wə·yiś·rā·’êl)Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3478:Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desccampedחֹנִ֔ים(ḥō·nîm)Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 2583:To incline, to decline, to pitch a, tent, gen, to encampby the springבַּעַ֖יִן(ba·‘a·yin)Preposition-b, Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 5869:An eye, a fountainin Jezreel.בְּיִזְרְעֶֽאל׃(bə·yiz·rə·‘el)Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 3157:Jezreel -- 'God sows', two Israelites, also two cities in Israel, also a valley in Northern Israel
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