1 Chronicles 19:3
New International Version
the Ammonite commanders said to Hanun, “Do you think David is honoring your father by sending envoys to you to express sympathy? Haven’t his envoys come to you only to explore and spy out the country and overthrow it?”

New Living Translation
the Ammonite commanders said to Hanun, “Do you really think these men are coming here to honor your father? No! David has sent them to spy out the land so they can come in and conquer it!”

English Standard Version
But the princes of the Ammonites said to Hanun, “Do you think, because David has sent comforters to you, that he is honoring your father? Have not his servants come to you to search and to overthrow and to spy out the land?”

Berean Standard Bible
the princes of the Ammonites said to Hanun, “Just because David has sent you comforters, do you really believe he is showing respect for your father? Have not his servants come to you to explore the land, spy it out, and overthrow it?”

Berean Literal Bible
And the princes of the sons of Ammon said to Hanun, “Is David honoring your father in your eyes because he has sent to you comforters? Is it not in order to search out and to overthrow and to spy out the land that his servants have come to you?”

King James Bible
But the princes of the children of Ammon said to Hanun, Thinkest thou that David doth honour thy father, that he hath sent comforters unto thee? are not his servants come unto thee for to search, and to overthrow, and to spy out the land?

New King James Version
And the princes of the people of Ammon said to Hanun, “Do you think that David really honors your father because he has sent comforters to you? Did his servants not come to you to search and to overthrow and to spy out the land?”

New American Standard Bible
But the commanders among the sons of Ammon said to Hanun, “Do you think that David is honoring your father, in that he has sent comforters to you? Have his servants not come to you to search, to demolish, and to spy out the land?”

NASB 1995
But the princes of the sons of Ammon said to Hanun, “Do you think that David is honoring your father, in that he has sent comforters to you? Have not his servants come to you to search and to overthrow and to spy out the land?”

NASB 1977
But the princes of the sons of Ammon said to Hanun, “Do you think that David is honoring your father, in that he has sent comforters to you? Have not his servants come to you to search and to overthrow and to spy out the land?”

Legacy Standard Bible
But the princes of the sons of Ammon said to Hanun, “In your eyes, is David honoring your father because he has sent comforters to you? Have not his servants come to you to search and to overthrow and to spy out the land?”

Amplified Bible
But the leaders of the Ammonites said to Hanun, “Do you think that David has sent people to console and comfort you because he honors your father? Have his servants not come to you to search and to overthrow and to spy out the land?”

Berean Annotated Bible
the princes of the Ammonites (tribal) said to Hanun (gracious), “Just because David has sent you comforters, do you really believe he is (beloved) showing respect for your father? Have not his servants come to you to explore the land, spy it out, and overthrow it?

Christian Standard Bible
the Ammonite leaders said to Hanun, “Just because David has sent men with condolences for you, do you really believe he’s showing respect for your father? Instead, haven’t his emissaries come in order to scout out, overthrow, and spy on the land? ”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
the Ammonite leaders said to Hanun, “Just because David has sent men with condolences for you, do you really believe he’s showing respect for your father? Instead, hasn’t David sent his emissaries in order to scout out, overthrow, and spy on the land?”

American Standard Version
But the princes of the children of Ammon said to Hanun, Thinkest thou that David doth honor thy father, in that he hath sent comforters unto thee? are not his servants come unto thee to search, and to overthrow, and to spy out the land?

Contemporary English Version
the Ammonite leaders said to Hanun, "Do you really believe King David is honoring your father by sending these men to comfort you? He probably sent them to spy on our country, so he can come and destroy it."

English Revised Version
But the princes of the children of Ammon said to Hanun, Thinkest thou that David doth honour thy father, that he hath sent comforters unto thee? are not his servants come unto thee for to search, and to overthrow, and to spy out the land?

GOD'S WORD® Translation
the Ammonite princes asked Hanun, "Do you think David is honoring your father because he sent men to comfort you? Haven't his servants come to explore, destroy, and spy on the country?"

Good News Translation
the Ammonite leaders said to the king, "Do you think that it is in your father's honor that David has sent these men to express sympathy to you? Of course not! He has sent them here as spies to explore the land, so that he can conquer it!"

International Standard Version
the Ammonite officials asked Hanun, "Do you think that because David has sent a delegation of consolers to you that he is honoring your father? His delegation has arrived to search, overthrow, and scout the land, hasn't it?"

NET Bible
the Ammonite officials said to Hanun, "Do you really think David is trying to honor your father by sending these messengers to express his sympathy? No, his servants have come to you so they can get information and spy out the land!"

New Heart English Bible
But the leaders of the people of Ammon said to Hanun, "Do you think that David honors your father, in that he has sent comforters to you? Haven't his servants come to you to search, to overthrow, and to spy out the land?"

Webster's Bible Translation
But the princes of the children of Ammon said to Hanun, Thinkest thou that David doth honor thy father, that he hath sent comforters to thee? are not his servants come to thee to search, and to overthrow, and to explore the land?
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
the princes of the Ammonites said to Hanun, “Just because David has sent you comforters, do you really believe he is showing respect for your father? Have not his servants come to you to explore the land, spy it out, and overthrow it?”

World English Bible
But the princes of the children of Ammon said to Hanun, “Do you think that David honors your father, in that he has sent comforters to you? Haven’t his servants come to you to search, to overthrow, and to spy out the land?”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and the heads of the sons of Ammon say to Hanun, “Is David honoring your father in your eyes because he has sent comforters to you? Have his servants not come to you in order to search, and to overthrow, and to spy out the land?”

Berean Literal Bible
And the princes of the sons of Ammon said to Hanun, “Is David honoring your father in your eyes because he has sent to you comforters? Is it not in order to search out and to overthrow and to spy out the land that his servants have come to you?”

Young's Literal Translation
and the heads of the sons of Ammon say to Hanun, 'Is David honouring thy father, in thine eyes, because he hath sent to thee comforters? in order to search, and to overthrow, and to spy out, the land, have not his servants come in unto thee?'

Smith's Literal Translation
And the chiefs of the sons of Ammon will say to Hanun, Is David honoring thy father in thine eyes, that he sent comforters to thee? is it not in order to search out, and to overthrow, and to spy out the land, came his servants to thee?
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The princes of the children of Ammon said to Hanon: Thou thinkest perhaps that David to do honour to thy father hath sent comforters to thee: and thou dost not take notice, that his servants are come to thee to consider, and search, and spy out thy land.

Catholic Public Domain Version
the leaders of the sons of Ammon said to Hanun: “Do you think that perhaps David has sent them to console you in order to honor your father? Have you not noticed that his servants came to you so that they might explore, and investigate, and examine your land?”

New American Bible
the Ammonite princes said to Hanun, “Do you think David is doing this—sending you these consolers—to honor your father? Have not his servants rather come to you to explore the land, spying it out for its overthrow?”

New Revised Standard Version
the officials of the Ammonites said to Hanun, “Do you think, because David has sent consolers to you, that he is honoring your father? Have not his servants come to you to search and to overthrow and to spy out the land?”
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
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Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the Princes of the children of Amon were saying to Khanun their Lord: “Surely David was honoring your father for his life because, look, he sent comforters to you to spy out the city, and to know the exits and the entrances David sent his Servants to us!”
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
But the princes of the children of Ammon said to Hanun: 'Thinkest thou that David doth honour thy father, that he hath sent comforters unto thee? are not his servants come unto thee to search, and to overthrow, and to spy out the land?'

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the chiefs of the children of Ammon said to Anan, Is it to honour thy father before thee, that David has sent comforters to thee? Have not his servants come to thee that they might search the city, and to spy out the land?

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Context
David's Messengers Disgraced
2And David said, “I will show kindness to Hanun son of Nahash, because his father showed kindness to me.” So David sent messengers to console Hanun concerning his father. But when David’s servants arrived in the land of the Ammonites to console him, 3the princes of the Ammonites said to Hanun, “Just because David has sent you comforters, do you really believe he is showing respect for your father? Have not his servants come to you to explore the land, spy it out, and overthrow it?” 4So Hanun took David’s servants, shaved their beards, cut off their garments at the hips, and sent them away.…

Cross References
the princes of the Ammonites said to Hanun,

1 Kings 12:8-11
But Rehoboam rejected the advice of the elders; instead, he consulted the young men who had grown up with him and served him. / He asked them, “What message do you advise that we send back to these people who have spoken to me, saying, ‘Lighten the yoke your father put on us’?” / The young men who had grown up with him replied, “This is how you should answer these people who said to you, ‘Your father made our yoke heavy, but you must make it lighter.’ This is what you should tell them: ‘My little finger is thicker than my father’s waist! …

2 Chronicles 10:8-11
But Rehoboam rejected the advice of the elders; instead, he consulted the young men who had grown up with him and served him. / He asked them, “What message do you advise that we send back to these people who have spoken to me, saying, ‘Lighten the yoke your father put on us’?” / The young men who had grown up with him replied, “This is how you should answer these people who said to you, ‘Your father made our yoke heavy, but you must make it lighter.’ This is what you should tell them: ‘My little finger is thicker than my father’s waist! …

Esther 1:13-14
Then the king consulted the wise men who knew the times, for it was customary for him to confer with the experts in law and justice. / His closest advisors were Carshena, Shethar, Admatha, Tarshish, Meres, Marsena, and Memucan, the seven princes of Persia and Media who had personal access to the king and ranked highest in the kingdom.
“Just because David has sent you comforters,

2 Samuel 10:2
And David said, “I will show kindness to Hanun son of Nahash, just as his father showed kindness to me.” So David sent some of his servants to console Hanun concerning his father. But when they arrived in the land of the Ammonites,

Job 2:11
Now when Job’s three friends—Eliphaz the Temanite, Bildad the Shuhite, and Zophar the Naamathite—heard about all this adversity that had come upon him, each of them came from his home, and they met together to go and sympathize with Job and comfort him.

2 Corinthians 1:3-4
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, / who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.
do you really believe he is showing respect for your father?

1 Samuel 24:17-20
and said to David, “You are more righteous than I, for you have rewarded me with good, though I have rewarded you with evil. / And you have declared this day how you have treated me well, for when the LORD delivered me into your hand, you did not kill me. / When a man finds his enemy, does he let him go away unharmed? May the LORD reward you with good for what you have done for me this day. …

1 Samuel 26:21-25
Then 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!” / “Here is the king’s spear,” David answered. “Let one of the young men come over and get it. / May the LORD repay every man for his righteousness and faithfulness. For the LORD delivered you into my hand today, but I would not extend my hand against the LORD’s anointed. …

2 Samuel 1:23-27
Saul and Jonathan, beloved and delightful in life, were not divided in death. They were swifter than eagles; they were stronger than lions. / O daughters of Israel, weep for Saul, who clothed you in scarlet and luxury, who decked your garments with ornaments of gold. / How the mighty have fallen in the thick of battle! Jonathan lies slain on your heights. …
Have not his servants come to you to explore the land, spy it out, and overthrow it?”

2 Samuel 10:3
the princes of the Ammonites said to Hanun their lord, “Just because David has sent you comforters, do you really believe he is showing respect for your father? Has not David instead sent his servants to explore the city, spy it out, and overthrow it?”

Numbers 13:2
“Send out for yourself men to spy out the land of Canaan, which I am giving to the Israelites. From each of their fathers’ tribes send one man who is a leader among them.”

Joshua 2:1-3
Then Joshua son of Nun secretly sent two spies from Shittim, saying, “Go, inspect the land, especially Jericho.” So they went and entered the house of a prostitute named Rahab and stayed there. / And it was reported to the king of Jericho: “Behold, some men of Israel have come here tonight to spy out the land.” / So the king of Jericho sent to Rahab and said, “Bring out the men who came to you and entered your house, for they have come to spy out the whole land.”
1 Samuel 10:27
But some worthless men said, “How can this man save us?” So they despised him and brought him no gifts; but Saul remained silent about it.

1 Samuel 25:10
But Nabal asked them, “Who is David? Who is this son of Jesse? Many servants these days are breaking away from their masters.

2 Samuel 16:3
“Where is your master’s grandson?” asked the king. And Ziba answered, “Indeed, he is staying in Jerusalem, for he has said, ‘Today, the house of Israel will restore to me the kingdom of my grandfather.’”

2 Samuel 19:26-27
“My lord the king,” he replied, “because I am lame, I said, ‘I will have my donkey saddled so that I may ride on it and go with the king.’ But my servant Ziba deceived me, / and he has slandered your servant to my lord the king. Yet my lord the king is like the angel of God, so do what is good in your eyes.


Treasury of Scripture

But the princes of the children of Ammon said to Hanun, Think you that David does honor your father, that he has sent comforters to you? are not his servants come to you for to search, and to overthrow, and to spy out the land?

but the princes

1 Samuel 29:4,9
And the princes of the Philistines were wroth with him; and the princes of the Philistines said unto him, Make this fellow return, that he may go again to his place which thou hast appointed him, and let him not go down with us to battle, lest in the battle he be an adversary to us: for wherewith should he reconcile himself unto his master? should it not be with the heads of these men? …

1 Kings 12:8-11
But he forsook the counsel of the old men, which they had given him, and consulted with the young men that were grown up with him, and which stood before him: …

Thinkest thou that David.

1 Corinthians 13:5-7
Doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not her own, is not easily provoked, thinketh no evil; …

to search

Genesis 42:9-18
And Joseph remembered the dreams which he dreamed of them, and said unto them, Ye are spies; to see the nakedness of the land ye are come…

Joshua 2:1-3
And Joshua the son of Nun sent out of Shittim two men to spy secretly, saying, Go view the land, even Jericho. And they went, and came into an harlot's house, named Rahab, and lodged there…

Judges 1:23,24
And the house of Joseph sent to descry Bethel. (Now the name of the city before was Luz.) …

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1 Chronicles 19
1. David's messengers, sent to comfort Hanun, are villainously treated
6. The Ammonites, strengthened by the Syrians, are overcome by Joab and Abishai
16. Shobach, making a new supply of the Syrians, is slain by David












the princes of the Ammonites said to Hanun
The Ammonites were descendants of Lot, Abraham's nephew, and often had contentious relations with Israel. The princes, or leaders, of the Ammonites were likely influential advisors to Hanun, the new king. This reflects the political structure of ancient Near Eastern societies, where kings often relied on a council of nobles or elders. The Ammonites' suspicion of David's intentions reveals the deep-seated mistrust between Israel and its neighbors, a recurring theme in the Old Testament.

“Just because David has sent you comforters
David's gesture of sending comforters was a customary act of diplomacy and respect following the death of Nahash, Hanun's father. In the ancient Near East, such gestures were common to maintain alliances and show goodwill. However, the Ammonite princes question the sincerity of this act, highlighting the fragile nature of political relationships and the prevalence of espionage and deceit in ancient diplomacy.

do you really believe he is showing respect for your father?
This question reflects the skepticism and paranoia that often characterized international relations in the ancient world. The Ammonites' doubt about David's intentions suggests a lack of trust, possibly stemming from past conflicts or the fear of Israel's growing power. This suspicion can be seen as a reflection of the broader theme of human distrust and the difficulty of discerning true intentions, a theme that resonates throughout the Bible.

Have not his servants come to you to explore the land, spy it out, and overthrow it?”
The accusation of espionage indicates the Ammonites' fear of Israel's military and political ambitions. Spying was a common practice in ancient warfare, as seen in other biblical accounts such as the story of the Israelite spies sent to Canaan (Numbers 13). This phrase also foreshadows the ensuing conflict between Israel and Ammon, illustrating how misunderstandings and mistrust can lead to war. The theme of espionage and the fear of invasion are recurrent in biblical narratives, emphasizing the need for discernment and wisdom in leadership.

Persons / Places / Events
1. David
The King of Israel, known for his leadership and devotion to God. In this context, he is attempting to show kindness to Hanun, the new king of the Ammonites, following the death of Hanun's father.

2. Hanun
The new king of the Ammonites, who misinterprets David's intentions due to the influence of his advisors.

3. Princes of the Ammonites
Advisors to King Hanun who suspect David's motives and counsel Hanun to distrust David's gesture of goodwill.

4. Ammonites
A neighboring nation to Israel, often in conflict with them. The Ammonites' suspicion leads to a misunderstanding and eventual conflict with Israel.

5. Nahash
The deceased king of the Ammonites and father of Hanun, who had previously shown kindness to David.
Teaching Points
The Danger of Misinterpretation
Misunderstanding intentions can lead to unnecessary conflict. It's crucial to seek clarity and understanding before reacting.

The Influence of Counsel
The advice we receive can significantly impact our decisions. Seek wise and godly counsel that aligns with biblical principles.

The Importance of Intentions
Our actions should be motivated by genuine kindness and integrity, reflecting the character of Christ.

Trust in God's Sovereignty
Even when others misinterpret our actions, trust that God is in control and can work all things for good.

Peacemaking as a Christian Duty
As followers of Christ, we are called to be peacemakers, striving to resolve conflicts and misunderstandings in a manner that honors God.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 19:3?

2. Why did the Ammonite princes suspect David's intentions in 1 Chronicles 19:3?

3. How can we discern true intentions in others, as David faced in 19:3?

4. What other biblical instances show leaders misjudging intentions like in 1 Chronicles 19:3?

5. How should Christians respond when their motives are questioned, as in 1 Chronicles 19:3?

6. How can we apply lessons from 1 Chronicles 19:3 to our daily interactions?

7. Why did the Ammonite princes suspect David's intentions in 1 Chronicles 19:3?

8. How does 1 Chronicles 19:3 reflect on human nature and suspicion?

9. What historical context led to the Ammonites' distrust in 1 Chronicles 19:3?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 19?

11. Can archaeological evidence substantiate the extensive alliances and conflicts described in 1 Chronicles 19, or is there a lack of supporting records?

12. Why does 1 Chronicles 19:2-3 portray the Ammonite advisers interpreting David's gesture as hostility, while other ancient sources rarely mention such extreme suspicion?

13. In 1 Chronicles 28:3, why would a God of peace forbid David from building the temple simply because he had shed blood, yet historically use wars and conquests to establish Israel?

14. In 2 Samuel 10:2-4, how historically plausible is Hanun's humiliation of David's envoys, and are there any archaeological records supporting this incident?
What Does 1 Chronicles 19:3 Mean
The princes of the Ammonites said to Hanun

The narrative opens with Hanun’s counselors taking the initiative. Their words immediately reveal:

• A shift in power. Hanun is new to the throne (1 Chronicles 19:1–2), and the princes seize the moment to shape his outlook, echoing the dynamic in 1 Kings 12:8 where young advisers sway Rehoboam.

• A cautionary tale on whose voice we heed; Scripture repeatedly commends righteous counsel (Proverbs 11:14) and warns against wicked advice (Psalm 1:1).

• The fragile state of international relations; Ammon’s leaders anticipate hostility rather than peace, despite David’s overture.


Just because David has sent you comforters

David’s delegation is described with the comforting purpose found in 2 Samuel 10:2, paralleling Jacob’s “words of comfort” after Joseph’s death (Genesis 50:21). The princes dismiss the gesture as mere pretense, exposing:

• Suspicion over sincere kindness—contrary to Proverbs 3:27–29, which urges acceptance of good.

• The likelihood that uncharitable hearts attribute ulterior motives even to acts of compassion (Titus 1:15).

• Historical backdrop: David had shown covenantal mercy to Mephibosheth (2 Samuel 9); sending comforters fits his known character.


Do you really believe he is showing respect for your father?

The question sows doubt about David’s intent to honor Nahash, Hanun’s late father. In effect it says: “Respect? Impossible.” This echoes:

• Satan’s strategy in Genesis 3:1—raising doubts about another’s word.

Proverbs 26:24–26, warning that hidden hatred disguises itself with speech.

• The reality that political gestures can be misread when hearts are hardened (cf. Luke 19:14 on rejecting rightful rule).

The princes’ skepticism turns Hanun’s mind from gratitude to fear.


Have not his servants come to you

By labeling the envoys “his servants,” the princes reduce them to instruments of espionage. Consider:

• David’s ambassadors were peace-bearers (2 Corinthians 5:20 illustrates believers’ own ambassadorial role).

• Mischaracterizing righteous messengers often precedes persecution (Acts 7:52).

• The envoys become the first victims of Ammon’s paranoia (1 Chronicles 19:4).


To explore the land, spy it out, and overthrow it?

The accusation lays out a three-step conspiracy: observation, intelligence gathering, and conquest. Yet everything contradicts David’s prior actions:

• David had already subdued surrounding enemies without deceit (2 Samuel 8:1–14).

• The charge mirrors the mistrust shown to Israel’s own spies in Numbers 13:32, but now Israel receives the suspicion.

James 3:14–16 warns that envy and selfish ambition breed disorder—exactly what unfolds when Ammon humiliates the messengers and provokes war (1 Chronicles 19:6–7).


summary

1 Chronicles 19:3 documents how ungodly counsel birthed suspicion, twisted a sincere act of kindness, and ignited needless conflict. The passage underscores the importance of discerning advisers, receiving benevolence with gratitude, and guarding against hearts quick to assume evil. Trusting God’s Word and character keeps us from the cycle of fear and hostility that overtook Hanun and his princes.

(3) Are not his servants come . . . for to search, and to overthrow, and to spy out the land?--Literally, Is it not for to search . . . that his servants are come unto thee? This is hardly an improvement on Samuel: "Is it not to search the city (Rabbath-Ammon, the capital), and to spy it out, and to overthrow it, that David hath sent his servants unto thee?" The Syriac and Arabic agree with Samuel in reading "city;" LXX. and Vulg., "land."

Verse 3. - Thinkest thou that David, etc.? The Hebrew is, "In thine eyes doth David?" The order of to overthrow, and to spy out is reversed in Samuel.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
the princes
שָׂרֵ֨י (śā·rê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 8269: Chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince

of the Ammonites
בְנֵי־ (ḇə·nê-)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

said
וַיֹּאמְרוּ֩ (way·yō·mə·rū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 559: To utter, say

to Hanun,
לְחָנ֗וּן (lə·ḥā·nūn)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2586: Hanun -- 'favored', two contemporaries of Nehemiah, also an Ammonite king

“Just because
כִּֽי־ (kî-)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction

David has sent
שָׁלַ֥ח (šā·laḥ)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 7971: To send away, for, out

you
לְךָ֖ (lə·ḵā)
Preposition | second person masculine singular
Strong's Hebrew

comforters,
מְנַחֲמִ֑ים (mə·na·ḥă·mîm)
Verb - Piel - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 5162: To sigh, breathe strongly, to be sorry, to pity, console, rue, to avenge

do you really believe
בְּעֵינֶ֔יךָ (bə·‘ê·ne·ḵā)
Preposition-b | Noun - cdc | second person masculine singular
Strong's 5869: An eye, a fountain

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

showing respect
הַֽמְכַבֵּ֨ד (ham·ḵab·bêḏ)
Article | Verb - Piel - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 3513: To be heavy, weighty, or burdensome

for your father?
אָבִ֙יךָ֙ (’ā·ḇî·ḵā)
Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 1: Father

Have not
הֲלֹ֡א (hă·lō)
Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808: Not, no

his servants
עֲבָדָ֖יו (‘ă·ḇā·ḏāw)
Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5650: Slave, servant

come
בָּ֥אוּ (bā·’ū)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go

to you
אֵלֶֽיךָ׃ (’ê·le·ḵā)
Preposition | second person masculine singular
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

to explore
לַחְקֹ֨ר (laḥ·qōr)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 2713: To penetrate, to examine intimately

the land,
הָאָ֔רֶץ (hā·’ā·reṣ)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 776: Earth, land

spy it out,
וּלְרַגֵּל֙ (ū·lə·rag·gêl)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Verb - Piel - Infinitive construct
Strong's 7270: To walk along, to reconnoiter, to be a, tale-bearer, to lead about

and overthrow it?”
וְלַהֲפֹ֤ךְ (wə·la·hă·p̄ōḵ)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 2015: To turn about, over, to change, overturn, return, pervert


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