1 Chronicles 12:19
New International Version
Some of the tribe of Manasseh defected to David when he went with the Philistines to fight against Saul. (He and his men did not help the Philistines because, after consultation, their rulers sent him away. They said, “It will cost us our heads if he deserts to his master Saul.”)

New Living Translation
Some men from Manasseh defected from the Israelite army and joined David when he set out with the Philistines to fight against Saul. But as it turned out, the Philistine rulers refused to let David and his men go with them. After much discussion, they sent them back, for they said, “It will cost us our heads if David switches loyalties to Saul and turns against us.”

English Standard Version
Some of the men of Manasseh deserted to David when he came with the Philistines for the battle against Saul. (Yet he did not help them, for the rulers of the Philistines took counsel and sent him away, saying, “At peril to our heads he will desert to his master Saul.”)

Berean Standard Bible
Some 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.”)

Berean Literal Bible
And some from Manasseh fell to David when he was going with the Philistines against Saul to the battle. (They did not help them, for by counsel the lords of the Philistines sent him away, saying, “With our heads he may fall to his master Saul.”)

King James Bible
And there fell some of Manasseh to David, when he came with the Philistines against Saul to battle: but they helped them not: for the lords of the Philistines upon advisement sent him away, saying, He will fall to his master Saul to the jeopardy of our heads.

New King James Version
And some from Manasseh defected to David when he was going with the Philistines to battle against Saul; but they did not help them, for the lords of the Philistines sent him away by agreement, saying, “He may defect to his master Saul and endanger our heads.”

New American Standard Bible
From Manasseh some also defected to David when he was about to go to battle with the Philistines against Saul. But they did not help them, because the governors of the Philistines sent him away after consultation, saying, “At the cost of our heads he might defect to his master Saul.”

NASB 1995
From Manasseh also some defected to David when he was about to go to battle with the Philistines against Saul. But they did not help them, for the lords of the Philistines after consultation sent him away, saying, “At the cost of our heads he may defect to his master Saul.”

NASB 1977
From Manasseh also some defected to David, when he was about to go to battle with the Philistines against Saul. But they did not help them, for the lords of the Philistines after consultation sent him away, saying, “At the cost of our heads he may defect to his master Saul.”

Legacy Standard Bible
Now from Manasseh also some defected to David when he was about to go to battle with the Philistines against Saul. But they did not help them, for the lords of the Philistines after counsel sent him away, saying, “At the cost of our heads he may defect to his master Saul.”

Amplified Bible
Some [of the men] of Manasseh also defected to David when he came with the Philistines to go to battle against Saul. But David’s men did not [actually] assist the Philistines, for the lords (governors) of the Philistines after consultation sent him away, saying, “At the cost of our heads he may defect to his master Saul.”

Berean Annotated Bible
Some from Manasseh (causing to forget) defected to David (beloved) when he went with the Philistines (immigrants) to fight against (desired) 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.

Christian Standard Bible
Some Manassites defected to David when he went with the Philistines to fight against Saul. However, they did not help the Philistines because the Philistine rulers sent David away after a discussion. They said, “It will be our heads if he defects to his master Saul.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Some Manassites defected to David when he went with the Philistines to fight against Saul. However, they did not help the Philistines because the Philistine rulers sent David away after a discussion. They said, “It will be our heads if he defects to his master Saul.”

American Standard Version
Of Manasseh also there fell away some to David, when he came with the Philistines against Saul to battle: but they helped them not; for the lords of the Philistines upon advisement sent him away, saying, He will fall away to his master Saul to the jeopardy of our heads.

Contemporary English Version
Some of the warriors who joined David were from the tribe of Manasseh. They had earlier gone with David when he agreed to fight on the side of the Philistines against King Saul. But as soon as the Philistine rulers realized that David might turn against them and rejoin Saul, they sent David away to the town of Ziklag.

English Revised Version
Of Manasseh also there fell away some to David, when he came with the Philistines against Saul to battle, but they helped them not: for the lords of the Philistines upon advisement sent him away, saying, He will fall away to his master Saul to the jeopardy of our heads.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Some men from Manasseh had deserted [Saul's army] to join David when he went with the Philistines to attack Saul. (However, David didn't help the Philistines because their rulers sent him away after considering the matter. They said, "It will cost us our heads when he deserts and joins his master Saul.")

Good News Translation
Some soldiers from the tribe of Manasseh went over to David's side when he was marching out with the Philistines to fight King Saul. Actually he did not help the Philistines, for their kings were afraid that he would betray them to his former master Saul, so they sent him back to Ziklag.

International Standard Version
Some of the descendants of Manasseh joined David when he was going to fight against Saul, accompanied by the Philistines. Even so, David was of no help to them, because the Philistine rulers were counseled to send him away. They told themselves, "He's going to go over to his master Saul at the cost of our heads."

NET Bible
Some men from Manasseh joined David when he went with the Philistines to fight against Saul. (But in the end they did not help the Philistines because, after taking counsel, the Philistine lords sent David away, saying: "It would be disastrous for us if he deserts to his master Saul.")

New Heart English Bible
Of Manasseh also there fell away some to David, when he came with the Philistines against Saul to battle; but they did not help them; for the lords of the Philistines sent him away after consultation, saying, "He will fall away to his master Saul to the jeopardy of our heads."

Webster's Bible Translation
And there fell some of Manasseh to David, when he came with the Philistines against Saul to battle: but they helped them not: for the lords of the Philistines upon advisement sent him away, saying, He will fall to his master Saul to the jeopardy of our heads.
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
Some 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.”)

World English Bible
Some of Manasseh also joined David when he came with the Philistines against Saul to battle, but they didn’t help them, for the lords of the Philistines sent him away after consultation, saying, “He will desert to his master Saul to the jeopardy of our heads.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And [some] from Manasseh have defected to David in his coming with the Philistines against Israel to battle—and they did not help them, for by counsel the princes of the Philistines sent him away, saying, “He defects with our heads to his master Saul.”

Berean Literal Bible
And some from Manasseh fell to David when he was going with the Philistines against Saul to the battle. (They did not help them, for by counsel the lords of the Philistines sent him away, saying, “With our heads he may fall to his master Saul.”)

Young's Literal Translation
And of Manasseh there have fallen unto David in his coming with the Philistines against Israel to battle -- and they helped them not, for by counsel the princes of the Philistines sent him away, saying, 'With our heads he doth fall unto his master Saul.' --

Smith's Literal Translation
And from Manasseh there fell to David in his going with the rovers against Saul to war; and he helped them not, for in counsel the princes of the rovers sent him away, saying, With our heads he will fall to his lord Saul.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And there were some of Manasses that went over to David, when he came with the Philistines against Saul to fight: but he did not fight with them: because the lords of the Philistines taking counsel sent him back, saying: With the danger of our heads he will return to his master Saul.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Moreover, some from Manasseh crossed over to David, when he went forth with the Philistines against Saul, so that he might fight. But he did not fight with them. For the leaders of the Philistines, taking counsel, sent him back, saying, “To the peril of our own heads, he will return to his lord, Saul.”

New American Bible
Men from Manasseh also deserted to David when he came with the Philistines to battle against Saul. However, he did not help the Philistines, for their lords took counsel and sent him home, saying, “At the cost of our heads he will desert to his master Saul.”

New Revised Standard Version
Some of the Manassites deserted to David when he came with the Philistines for the battle against Saul. (Yet he did not help them, for the rulers of the Philistines took counsel and sent him away, saying, “He will desert to his master Saul at the cost of our heads.”)
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And some of the men of the tribe of Manasseh went over to David when he went to war with the Philistines against Saul to battle; but they would not go with Saul to war to help him, because they hated him, for they had gone and made a secret treaty with the princes of the Philistines, saying, Let us go first and fall on Saul our master;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And from the tribe of the house Manassheh they went with David when he was going to make war with the Philistines, and they were not willing to go to battle with Shaul to help Shaul, because they hated him. Because of a plot they went, and they counseled with the Princes of the Philistines and they were saying to them: “We shall go first and we shall fall on Shaul our Lord when he goes to Tsnaqlag, and we will encamp against him and we shall capture him alive!”
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Of Manasseh also there fell away some to David, when he came with the Philistines against Saul to battle, but they helped them not; for the lords of the Philistines upon advisement sent him away, saying: 'He will fall away to his master Saul to the jeopardy of our heads.'

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And some came to David from Manasse, when the Philistines came against Saul to war: and he helped them not, because the captains of the Philistines took counsel, saying, With the heads of those men will he return to his master Saul.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Mighty Men Join David at Ziklag
18Then the Spirit came upon Amasai, the chief of the Thirty, and he said: “We are yours, O David! We are with you, O son of Jesse! Peace, peace to you, and peace to your helpers, for your God helps you.” So David received them and made them leaders of his troops. 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.”) 20When David went to Ziklag, these men of Manasseh defected to him: Adnah, Jozabad, Jediael, Michael, Jozabad, Elihu, and Zillethai, chiefs of thousands in Manasseh.…

Cross References
Some from Manasseh defected to David

2 Chronicles 15:9
And he assembled all Judah and Benjamin, along with those from the tribes of Ephraim, Manasseh, and Simeon who had settled among them, for great numbers had come over to him from Israel when they saw that the LORD his God was with him.

2 Chronicles 30:11
Nevertheless, some from Asher, Manasseh, and Zebulun humbled themselves and came to Jerusalem.

2 Chronicles 11:16-17
Those from every tribe of Israel who had set their hearts to seek the LORD their God followed the Levites to Jerusalem to sacrifice to the LORD, the God of their fathers. / So they strengthened the kingdom of Judah and supported Rehoboam son of Solomon for three years, because they walked for three years in the way of David and Solomon.
when he went with the Philistines to fight against Saul.

1 Samuel 29:2
As the Philistine leaders marched out with their units of hundreds and thousands, David and his men marched behind them with Achish.

1 Samuel 28:1-2
Now 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 27:7
And the time that David lived in Philistine territory amounted to a year and four months.
(They did not help the Philistines because the Philistine rulers consulted and sent David away,

1 Samuel 29:4
But the commanders of the Philistines were angry with Achish and told him, “Send that man back and let him return to the place you assigned him. He must not go down with us into battle only to become our adversary during the war. What better way for him to regain the favor of his master than with the heads of our men?

1 Samuel 29:6-7
So Achish summoned David and told him, “As surely as the LORD lives, you have been upright, and it seems right in my sight that you should march in and out with me in the army, because I have found no fault in you from the day you came to me until this day. But you are not good in the sight of the leaders. / Therefore turn back now and go in peace, so that you will not do anything to displease the leaders of the Philistines.”

1 Samuel 29:10-11
Now then, get up early in the morning, along with your master’s servants who came with you, and go as soon as it is light.” / So David and his men got up early in the morning to return to the land of the Philistines. And the Philistines went up to Jezreel.
saying, “It will cost us our heads if he defects to his master Saul.”)

2 Kings 10:6-7
Then Jehu wrote them a second letter and said: “If you are on my side, and if you will obey me, then bring the heads of your master’s sons to me at Jezreel by this time tomorrow.” Now the sons of the king, seventy in all, were being brought up by the leading men of the city. / And when the letter arrived, they took the sons of the king and slaughtered all seventy of them. They put their heads in baskets and sent them to Jehu at Jezreel.

2 Samuel 20:22
Then the woman went to all the people with her wise counsel, and they cut off the head of Sheba son of Bichri and threw it to Joab. So he blew the ram’s horn and his men dispersed from the city, each to his own home. And Joab returned to the king in Jerusalem.

1 Kings 12:26-27
Jeroboam said in his heart, “Now the kingdom might revert to the house of David. / If these people go up to offer sacrifices in the house of the LORD at Jerusalem, their hearts will return to their lord, Rehoboam king of Judah; then they will kill me and return to Rehoboam king of Judah.”
1 Samuel 27:1-12
David, 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. …

2 Samuel 5:1-3
Then all the tribes of Israel came to David at Hebron and said, “Here we are, your own flesh and blood. / Even in times past, while Saul was king over us, you were the one who led Israel out and brought them back. And to you the LORD said, ‘You will shepherd My people Israel, and you will be ruler over them.’” / So all the elders of Israel came to the king at Hebron, where King David made with them a covenant before the LORD. And they anointed him king over Israel.

2 Samuel 2:8-11
Meanwhile, Abner son of Ner, the commander of Saul’s army, took Saul’s son Ish-bosheth, moved him to Mahanaim, / and made him king over Gilead, Asher, Jezreel, Ephraim, and Benjamin—over all Israel. / Saul’s son Ish-bosheth was forty years old when he began to reign over Israel, and he reigned for two years. The house of Judah, however, followed David. …

2 Samuel 3:1
Now the war between the house of Saul and the house of David was protracted. And David grew stronger and stronger, while the house of Saul grew weaker and weaker.


Treasury of Scripture

And there fell some of Manasseh to David, when he came with the Philistines against Saul to battle: but they helped them not: for the lords of the Philistines on advisement sent him away, saying, He will fall to his master Saul to the jeopardy of our heads.

when he came

1 Samuel 29:2-4
And the lords of the Philistines passed on by hundreds, and by thousands: but David and his men passed on in the rereward with Achish…

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Some from Manasseh defected to David
The tribe of Manasseh was one of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Joseph's son Manasseh. This defection signifies a shift in loyalty from Saul, the reigning king, to David, who was anointed by God to be the next king. The defection of these warriors highlights the growing support for David among the tribes of Israel, indicating divine favor and the fulfillment of God's promise to David. This act of defection can be seen as a type of the gathering of believers to Christ, the true anointed King.

when he went with the Philistines to fight against Saul.
David's alliance with the Philistines was a strategic move during a time when he was fleeing from Saul. The Philistines were long-standing enemies of Israel, and David's presence among them was a complex situation. This phrase underscores the tension and danger David faced, as he was caught between his loyalty to Israel and his need for refuge. It also reflects the providential protection over David, as God used even his enemies to preserve him.

(They did not help the Philistines because the Philistine rulers consulted and sent David away,
The Philistine rulers' decision to send David away was a result of their suspicion and fear that he might turn against them in battle. This consultation among the Philistine lords demonstrates the political and military caution of the time. It also shows God's intervention, as David was spared from fighting against his own people, which would have been a significant moral and political dilemma.

saying, “It will cost us our heads if he defects to his master Saul.”)
The Philistine rulers' fear of David defecting back to Saul highlights David's reputation as a formidable warrior and leader. Their concern for their own safety ("It will cost us our heads") indicates the high stakes of ancient warfare and the precarious nature of alliances. This phrase also foreshadows David's eventual kingship, as even his enemies recognized his potential to lead and influence. The situation reflects the broader biblical theme of God's sovereignty in guiding and protecting His chosen leaders.

Persons / Places / Events
1. David
The anointed future king of Israel, who was at this time fleeing from King Saul and seeking refuge among the Philistines.

2. Manasseh
One of the tribes of Israel, some members of which defected to David during his time with the Philistines.

3. Philistines
A neighboring people often at war with Israel, among whom David sought refuge.

4. Saul
The first king of Israel, who was pursuing David out of jealousy and fear of losing his throne.

5. Rulers of the Philistines
Leaders who decided not to allow David to fight with them, fearing he might turn against them in battle.
Teaching Points
God's Sovereignty in Leadership Transitions
Despite human plans and fears, God's purposes prevail. David's rise to leadership was orchestrated by God, even through unexpected alliances and defections.

The Importance of Discernment
The Philistine rulers showed discernment in recognizing the potential risk of David's allegiance. Believers today must also seek wisdom and discernment in their decisions and alliances.

Faithfulness in Uncertain Times
David's journey with the Philistines illustrates the importance of remaining faithful to God's calling, even when circumstances are unclear or challenging.

Trust in God's Timing
David's eventual kingship was a result of God's perfect timing. Believers are encouraged to trust in God's timing for the fulfillment of His promises in their lives.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 12:19?

2. How does 1 Chronicles 12:19 demonstrate God's sovereignty in changing alliances?

3. What can we learn from the men of Manasseh's loyalty to David?

4. How does this verse connect to God's promise of David's kingship?

5. How can we discern God's will in our alliances today?

6. What does this passage teach about trusting God's plan over human plans?

7. Why did some Manassites join David instead of staying with Saul in 1 Chronicles 12:19?

8. How does 1 Chronicles 12:19 reflect God's plan for David's kingship?

9. What does 1 Chronicles 12:19 reveal about loyalty and divine purpose?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 12?

11. Did David or Elhanan kill Goliath?

12. Why does 1 Chronicles 18:12 credit Abishai with killing 18,000 Edomites, while 2 Samuel 8:13 attributes the same victory to David?

13. How do we reconcile the discrepant figures between 2 Samuel 10:18 and 1 Chronicles 19:18 regarding the number of charioteers and horsemen defeated by David?

14. (1 Chronicles 12:19-20) Why do some texts describe the tribes' allegiance shifts differently, and are these accounts consistent with earlier biblical narratives?
What Does 1 Chronicles 12:19 Mean
Some from Manasseh defected to David

• The tribe of Manasseh, part of the northern kingdom, sends warriors to join David—evidence that God is gathering His chosen king’s support even from Saul’s territory (cf. 1 Chron 12:31; 2 Samuel 2:8–9).

• Their “defection” shows a decisive break with Saul’s failing rule, echoing Joshua’s call, “Choose for yourselves today whom you will serve” (Joshua 24:15).

• It fulfills earlier hints that the Lord was transferring the kingdom (1 Samuel 16:1; 1 Samuel 28:17).


When he went with the Philistines to fight against Saul

• David is in a complex season of exile; living among the Philistines seemed the only safe refuge from Saul (1 Samuel 27:1–4).

• God uses even David’s time in enemy territory to build alliances and prove his integrity (Romans 8:28).

• The Manassite warriors join David precisely here, underscoring their trust in him despite appearances (Hebrews 11:1).


They did not help the Philistines

• Scripture clarifies that these Manassites never actually fought Israel; their loyalty to God’s people remains intact.

• Similar to Daniel in Babylon, they are present in a foreign camp yet uncompromised (Daniel 1:8).

• Their restraint protects them from shedding Israelite blood—and preserves David from later accusations (2 Samuel 22:22–24).


Because the Philistine rulers consulted and sent David away

• The Philistine lords recall David’s earlier victories—“Saul has slain his thousands, and David his tens of thousands” (1 Samuel 29:5).

• Divine providence moves pagan leaders to dismiss David, sparing him from fighting Israelite brethren (Proverbs 21:1).

• This consultation fulfills God’s promise to keep David blameless while He alone judges Saul (1 Samuel 24:12–15).


“It will cost us our heads if he defects to his master Saul.”

• The Philistines’ fear highlights David’s reputation for covenant faithfulness and military prowess (1 Samuel 18:12–16).

• Ironically, these pagans testify to David’s ultimate allegiance to Israel—an unintended confirmation of God’s anointing (Psalm 23:5).

• God turns enemy suspicion into protection for His servant, demonstrating that “the fear of the LORD is a strong tower” (Proverbs 14:26).


summary

1 Chronicles 12:19 reveals God orchestrating events to solidify David’s kingship. Manassite warriors defect, affirming David’s rightful rule; yet they—and David—are providentially restrained from fighting fellow Israelites. Pagan leaders, moved by fear, dismiss David, safeguarding his integrity. Through this single verse, the Lord showcases His sovereignty, builds David’s support, and keeps His chosen king blameless—setting the stage for the unified kingdom to come.

(19-22) The seven Manassite chieftains who went over to David on the eve of Saul's last battle.

(19) There fell.--The regular term for desertion of one cause for another (2Kings 25:11).

When he came with the Philistines.--(Comp. 1Samuel 29:2-11.) This verse is a summary of the narrative of 1Samuel 29:2 to 1Samuel 30:1.

They helped them not.--David and his men helped not the Philistines. Perhaps the right reading is he helped them ('azar?m), not they helped them ('azar-m). . . .

Verse 19. - And there fell... of Manasseh to David. Of this use of נָפַל עלאּ there are many other examples (2 Chronicles 15:9; Jeremiah 37:14; Jeremiah 39:9). The phrase does not correspond with our own idiom of "falling to" one's lot, but with that of" falling away" from the service or love of one to another, i.e. deserting. The occasion here spoken of is described in full in 1 Samuel 29:2-11.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Some
נָפְל֣וּ (nā·p̄ə·lū)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of

from Manasseh
וּמִֽמְּנַשֶּׁ֞ה (ū·mim·mə·naš·šeh)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-m | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4519: Manasseh -- 'causing to forget', a son of Joseph, also a king of Judah, also two Israelites

defected
עַל־ (‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5307: To fall, lie

to
שָׁא֛וּל (šā·’ūl)
Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

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

when he went
בְּבֹא֨וֹ (bə·ḇō·’ōw)
Preposition-b | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go

with
עִם־ (‘im-)
Preposition
Strong's Hebrew

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

to fight
עַל־ (‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 4421: A battle, war

against Saul.
לַמִּלְחָמָ֖ה (lam·mil·ḥā·māh)
Preposition-l, Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 7586: Saul -- first king of Israel, also an Edomite and two Israelites

(They did not
וְלֹ֣א (wə·lō)
Conjunctive waw | Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 5826: To surround, protect, aid

help the Philistines
עֲזָרֻ֑ם (‘ă·zā·rum)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural | third person masculine plural
Strong's Hebrew

because
כִּ֣י (kî)
Conjunction
Strong's Hebrew

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

rulers
סַרְנֵ֤י (sar·nê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 5633: An axle, a peer

consulted
בְעֵצָ֗ה (ḇə·‘ê·ṣāh)
Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 6098: Advice, plan, prudence

and sent David away,
שִׁלְּחֻ֜הוּ (šil·lə·ḥu·hū)
Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person common plural | third person masculine singular
Strong's 7971: To send away, for, out

saying,
לֵאמֹ֔ר (lê·mōr)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 559: To utter, say

“It will cost us our heads
בְּרָאשֵׁ֕ינוּ (bə·rā·šê·nū)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common plural
Strong's 7218: The head

if he defects
יִפּ֖וֹל (yip·pō·wl)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5307: To fall, lie

to
אֶל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's Hebrew

his master
אֲדֹנָ֥יו (’ă·ḏō·nāw)
Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 113: Sovereign, controller

Saul.”)
שָׁאֽוּל׃ (šā·’ūl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7586: Saul -- first king of Israel, also an Edomite and two Israelites


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OT History: 1 Chronicles 12:19 Of Manasseh also there fell away some (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr)
1 Chronicles 12:18
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