Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version In the course of time, war broke out with the Philistines, at Gezer. At that time Sibbekai the Hushathite killed Sippai, one of the descendants of the Rephaites, and the Philistines were subjugated. New Living Translation After this, war broke out with the Philistines at Gezer. As they fought, Sibbecai from Hushah killed Saph, a descendant of the giants, and so the Philistines were subdued. English Standard Version And after this there arose war with the Philistines at Gezer. Then Sibbecai the Hushathite struck down Sippai, who was one of the descendants of the giants, and the Philistines were subdued. Berean Standard Bible Some time later, war broke out with the Philistines at Gezer. At that time Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Sippai, a descendant of the Rephaim, and the Philistines were subdued. Berean Literal Bible And it came to pass afterward that war broke out in Gezer with the Philistines. At that time Sibbechai the Hushathite killed Sippai of the sons of the Rephaim, and they were subdued. King James Bible And it came to pass after this, that there arose war at Gezer with the Philistines; at which time Sibbechai the Hushathite slew Sippai, that was of the children of the giant: and they were subdued. New King James Version Now it happened afterward that war broke out at Gezer with the Philistines, at which time Sibbechai the Hushathite killed Sippai, who was one of the sons of the giant. And they were subdued. New American Standard Bible Now it came about after this, that war broke out at Gezer with the Philistines; then Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Sippai, one of the descendants of the giants, and they were subdued. NASB 1995 Now it came about after this, that war broke out at Gezer with the Philistines; then Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Sippai, one of the descendants of the giants, and they were subdued. NASB 1977 Now it came about after this, that war broke out at Gezer with the Philistines; then Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Sippai, one of the descendants of the giants, and they were subdued. Legacy Standard Bible Now it happened afterwards, that war broke out at Gezer with the Philistines; then Sibbecai the Hushathite struck down Sippai, one among those born of the giants, and they were subdued. Amplified Bible Now it came about after this that war broke out at Gezer with the Philistines; then Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Sippai, one of the descendants of the giants, and they were subdued. Berean Annotated Bible Some time later, war broke out with the Philistines (immigrants) at Gezer (portion). At that time Sibbecai (weaver) the Hushathite killed Sippai (Saph), a descendant of the Rephaim (the giants), and the Philistines were subdued. Christian Standard Bible After this, a war broke out with the Philistines at Gezer. At that time Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Sippai, a descendant of the Rephaim, and the Philistines were subdued. Holman Christian Standard Bible After this, a war broke out with the Philistines at Gezer. At that time Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Sippai, a descendant of the giants, and the Philistines were subdued. American Standard Version And it came to pass after this, that there arose war at Gezer with the Philistines: then Sibbecai the Hushathite slew Sippai, of the sons of the giant; and they were subdued. Contemporary English Version Some time later, Israel fought a battle against the Philistines at Gezer. During this battle, Sibbecai from Hushah killed Sippai, a descendant of the Rephaim, and the Philistines were defeated. English Revised Version And it came to pass after this, that there arose war at Gezer with the Philistines: then Sibbecai the Hushathite slew Sippai, of the sons of the giant: and they were subdued. GOD'S WORD® Translation After this, war broke out with the Philistines at Gezer. Then Sibbecai from Hushah killed Sippai, a descendant of Haraphah, and the Philistines were defeated. Good News Translation Later on, war broke out again with the Philistines at Gezer. This was when Sibbecai from Hushah killed a giant named Sippai, and the Philistines were defeated. International Standard Version Afterwards, war broke out against the Philistines at Gezer, where Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Sippai, one of the descendants of the Rephaim, defeating the Philistines. NET Bible Later there was a battle with the Philistines in Gezer. At that time Sibbekai the Hushathite killed Sippai, one of the descendants of the Rephaim, and the Philistines were subdued. New Heart English Bible Now it happened afterward that there was again war with the Philistines at Gezer; then Sibbekai the Hushathite killed Saph, a descendant of the Rephaim; and they were subdued. Webster's Bible Translation And it came to pass after this, that there arose war at Gezer with the Philistines: at which time Sibbechai the Hushathite slew Sippai, that was of the children of the giant: and they were subdued. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleSome time later, war broke out with the Philistines at Gezer. At that time Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Sippai, a descendant of the Rephaim, and the Philistines were subdued. World English Bible After this, war arose at Gezer with the Philistines. Then Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Sippai, of the sons of the giant; and they were subdued. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd it comes to pass after this, that war remains in Gezer with the Philistines; then Sibbechai the Hushathite has struck Sippai, of the children of the giant, and they are humbled. Berean Literal Bible And it came to pass afterward that war broke out in Gezer with the Philistines. At that time Sibbechai the Hushathite killed Sippai of the sons of the Rephaim, and they were subdued. Young's Literal Translation And it cometh to pass, after this, that there remaineth war in Gezer with the Philistines, then hath Sibbechai the Hushathite smitten Sippai, of the children of the giant, and they are humbled. Smith's Literal Translation And it will be after this and war will stand up in Gezer with the rovers: then Sibbechai the Hushathite struck Sippai from the children of Rapha, and they will be subdued. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAfter this there arose a war at Gazer against the Philistines: in which Sabachai the Husathite slew Saphai of the race of Raphaim, and humbled them. Catholic Public Domain Version After these things, a war was begun at Gezer against the Philistines, in which Sibbecai the Hushathite struck Sippai from the race of the Rephaim, and he humbled them. New American Bible Afterward there was another battle with the Philistines, at Gezer. At that time, Sibbecai the Hushathite struck down Sippai, one of the descendants of the Rephaim, and the Philistines were subdued. New Revised Standard Version After this, war broke out with the Philistines at Gezer; then Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Sippai, who was one of the descendants of the giants; and the Philistines were subdued. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd it came to pass after this that there arose war at Gaza with the Philistines; then Sibbechai the Hushathite slew Sippai, who was one of the descendants of the giants. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And after these things, there was war again in Aza with the Philistines; then Sabki, who was from Khamshath, killed Suphi who was of the sons of the giants OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And it came to pass after this, that there arose war at Gezer with the Philistines; then Sibbecai the Hushathite slew Sippai, of the sons of the giants; and they were subdued. Brenton Septuagint Translation And it came to pass afterward that there was again war with the Philistines in Gazer: then Sobochai the Sosathite smote Saphut of the sons of the giants, and laid him low. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Battles Against the Philistines4Some time later, war broke out with the Philistines at Gezer. At that time Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Sippai, a descendant of the Rephaim, and the Philistines were subdued. 5Once again there was a battle with the Philistines, and Elhanan son of Jair killed Lahmi the brother of Goliath the Gittite, the shaft of whose spear was like a weaver’s beam.… Cross References Some time later, 2 Samuel 21:15 Once again the Philistines waged war against Israel, and David and his servants went down and fought against the Philistines. But David became exhausted. 2 Samuel 5:17 When the Philistines heard that David had been anointed king over Israel, they all went in search of him; but David learned of this and went down to the stronghold. 1 Chronicles 14:8 When the Philistines heard that David had been anointed king over all Israel, they all went in search of him; but David learned of this and went out to face them. war broke out with the Philistines 1 Samuel 17:1 Now the Philistines gathered their forces for war at Socoh in Judah, and they camped between Socoh and Azekah in Ephes-dammim. 1 Samuel 13:5 Now the Philistines assembled to fight against Israel with three thousand chariots, six thousand horsemen, and troops as numerous as the sand on the seashore. They went up and camped at Michmash, east of Beth-aven. 2 Samuel 5:18 Now the Philistines had come and spread out in the Valley of Rephaim. at Gezer. 2 Samuel 5:25 So David did as the LORD had commanded him, and he struck down the Philistines all the way from Gibeon to Gezer. 1 Chronicles 14:16 So David did as God had commanded him, and they struck down the army of the Philistines all the way from Gibeon to Gezer. At that time Sibbecai the Hushathite 2 Samuel 23:27 Abiezer the Anathothite, Mebunnai the Hushathite, 1 Chronicles 11:29 Sibbecai the Hushathite, Ilai the Ahohite, 1 Chronicles 27:11 The eighth, for the eighth month, was Sibbecai the Hushathite, a Zerahite. There were 24,000 men in his division. killed Sippai, a descendant of the Rephaim, 2 Samuel 21:18 Some time later at Gob, there was another battle with the Philistines. At that time Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Saph, a descendant of Rapha. Deuteronomy 3:11 (For only Og king of Bashan had remained of the remnant of the Rephaim. His bed of iron, nine cubits long and four cubits wide, is still in Rabbah of the Ammonites.) Joshua 12:4 And Og king of Bashan, one of the remnant of the Rephaim, who lived in Ashtaroth and Edrei. and the Philistines were subdued. 1 Samuel 7:13 So the Philistines were subdued, and they stopped invading the territory of Israel. And the hand of the LORD was against the Philistines all the days of Samuel. 2 Samuel 8:1 Some time later, David defeated the Philistines, subdued them, and took Metheg-ammah from the hand of the Philistines. Treasury of Scripture And it came to pass after this, that there arose war at Gezer with the Philistines; at which time Sibbechai the Hushathite slew Sippai, that was of the children of the giant: and they were subdued. A. 2 Samuel 21:15 Moreover the Philistines had yet war again with Israel; and David went down, and his servants with him, and fought against the Philistines: and David waxed faint. Gezer. Joshua 12:12 The king of Eglon, one; the king of Gezer, one; Joshua 16:3 And goeth down westward to the coast of Japhleti, unto the coast of Bethhoron the nether, and to Gezer: and the goings out thereof are at the sea. 2 Samuel 21:18 And it came to pass after this, that there was again a battle with the Philistines at Gob: then Sibbechai the Hushathite slew Saph, which was of the sons of the giant. Sibbechai Sippai 2 Samuel 21:18 And it came to pass after this, that there was again a battle with the Philistines at Gob: then Sibbechai the Hushathite slew Saph, which was of the sons of the giant. Saph Jump to Previous Broke Children Course Death Descendants Gezer Giant Giants Hushathite Hu'shathite Killed Offspring Overcome Philistines Rapha Rephaim Rephaites Sibbecai Sib'becai Sibbechai Slew Smote Subdued Time WarJump to Next Broke Children Course Death Descendants Gezer Giant Giants Hushathite Hu'shathite Killed Offspring Overcome Philistines Rapha Rephaim Rephaites Sibbecai Sib'becai Sibbechai Slew Smote Subdued Time War1 Chronicles 20 1. Rabbah is besieged by Joab, spoiled by David, and the people thereof tortured4. Three giants are slain in overthrows of the Philistines. Some time later This phrase indicates a continuation of events from previous chapters, suggesting a period of peace or other activities before the resumption of conflict. It reflects the cyclical nature of warfare in the ancient Near East, where periods of conflict were often interspersed with times of relative peace. war broke out with the Philistines at Gezer At that time Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Sippai, a descendant of the Rephaim and the Philistines were subdued Persons / Places / Events 1. Sibbecai the HushathiteA warrior in King David's army, known for his bravery and strength. He is one of David's mighty men and plays a significant role in the battles against the Philistines. 2. Sippai A descendant of the Rephaim, a group of giants mentioned in the Old Testament. Sippai's defeat signifies a victory over formidable foes. 3. Philistines A recurring enemy of Israel, representing opposition to God's people. Their defeat is a recurring theme in the account of Israel's history. 4. Gezer A strategic city in ancient Israel, often a site of conflict due to its location. It serves as a backdrop for this particular battle. 5. Rephaim A term used to describe a race of giants in the Old Testament, often seen as formidable adversaries. Teaching Points God's Faithfulness in BattleThe defeat of the Philistines and their giants demonstrates God's faithfulness in delivering His people from their enemies. Believers can trust in God's power to overcome the challenges they face. Courage and Obedience Sibbecai's courage in facing a giant reflects the importance of obedience and bravery in the face of daunting tasks. Christians are called to stand firm in their faith, trusting in God's strength. Victory Over Giants The account of defeating giants serves as a metaphor for overcoming personal and spiritual "giants" in our lives. With God's help, believers can conquer fears, doubts, and obstacles. The Role of Community The collective effort of David's warriors highlights the importance of community and teamwork in achieving victory. The church community plays a vital role in supporting and encouraging one another. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 20:4?2. How does 1 Chronicles 20:4 demonstrate God's power over Israel's enemies? 3. What can we learn about faithfulness from Israel's victory in this passage? 4. How does this verse connect with God's promises in Deuteronomy 20:4? 5. How can we apply the example of Israel's victory to our spiritual battles? 6. What role does trust in God play in overcoming challenges, as seen here? 7. How does 1 Chronicles 20:4 fit into the broader narrative of David's reign? 8. What historical evidence supports the events described in 1 Chronicles 20:4? 9. Why are the battles against the Philistines significant in 1 Chronicles 20:4? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 20? 11. 1 Chronicles 20:4–8: Do these repeated victories over giants suggest legendary embellishments or raise questions about missing archeological evidence? 12. Who were the Meunites in the Bible? 13. 1 Chronicles 20:6: Is the mention of a giant with six fingers on each hand and six toes on each foot biologically credible or purely symbolic? 14. Is there any external verification for the groups listed in 1 Chronicles 4--especially those not mentioned elsewhere--suggesting they might be legendary or symbolic? What Does 1 Chronicles 20:4 Mean Some time later“Some time later” signals that this event follows directly on the heels of David’s earlier victory over the Ammonites and the capture of Rabbah (1 Chronicles 20:1-3; 2 Samuel 12:26-31). Scripture gives an orderly, literal timeline: battles keep coming, but God continues to act. • God’s people are never static; spiritual warfare and literal conflict both recur (Ephesians 6:12). • The chronicler highlights faithfulness through successive seasons, reminding us of Judges 3:1-2, where God intentionally leaves enemies to teach dependence on Him. war broke out with the Philistines at Gezer This clause plants us at Gezer, a strategic border city (Joshua 10:33; 16:10). The Philistines—long-time antagonists of Israel—return despite earlier defeats (1 Chronicles 14:8-16). • Their persistence illustrates sin’s stubbornness (Genesis 4:7). • Gezer’s location along major trade routes shows the enemy’s desire to choke off blessing (Judges 1:29). • Yet the record underscores that God’s covenant people can hold contested ground again and again (2 Samuel 5:25). At that time Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Sippai Sibbecai (also called Mebunnai, 2 Samuel 23:27) is one of “the thirty” mighty warriors (1 Chronicles 11:29). A loyal servant under David, he steps forward while the king’s name is scarcely mentioned, affirming that the Lord uses ordinary soldiers to achieve extraordinary victories (Zechariah 4:6). • Individual obedience matters; God counts every act (Hebrews 6:10). • The spotlight shifts from celebrity leaders to steadfast servants (1 Corinthians 1:27-29). a descendant of the Rephaim Sippai belongs to the remnant of the Rephaim—literal giants traced back to Og of Bashan (Deuteronomy 3:11) and Goliath (1 Samuel 17:4). Their intimidating stature cannot negate God’s promise (Numbers 13:33; Joshua 15:14). • Each giant slain re-affirmed the Lord’s earlier pledge in Deuteronomy 2:20-21 that He would drive them out. • The verse reminds us God equips His people to face enemies larger than themselves (Psalm 18:32-34). and the Philistines were subdued The result is decisive: “the Philistines were subdued”. God fulfills the pattern seen in 2 Samuel 8:1 and again in 1 Chronicles 18:1. • Subduing is not mere survival but placing the enemy underfoot (Psalm 47:3). • Every victory foreshadows the ultimate subjugation of all rulers under Christ (1 Corinthians 15:25). • Israel’s peace emerges from God’s active intervention, not from diplomatic compromise (Isaiah 9:4). summary 1 Chronicles 20:4 shows a real, historical battle where an unsung warrior defeats a literal giant, demonstrating that God keeps delivering His people through successive generations and ordinary servants. The verse reinforces the certainty of God’s promises, the defeat of persistent enemies, and the call for believers to stand faithfully in every season until every adversary is finally subdued under Christ. II. This section corresponds to 2Samuel 21:18-22. The chronicler has omitted the history of Absalom's rebellion, with all the events which preceded and followed it, as recorded in 2 Samuel 13-20; and, further, the touching story of the sacrifice of seven sous of Saul at the demand of the Gibeonites (2Samuel 21:1-14).(4) And it came to pass after this.--Comp. Notes on 1Chronicles 18:1; 1Chronicles 19:1. The chronicler has omitted, whether by accident or design, the account with which, in 2Samuel 21:15-17, this fragmentary section begins, and which tells how David was all but slain by the giant Ishbi-benob. . . . Verse 4. - For the Gezer (גֶזֶר) of this verse, the parallel place (2 Samuel 21:18) shows Gob (גוב), a name not known, but which careless transcription may have easily made out of the former. The Syriac Version, however, as well as the Septuagint, has Gath in that verse as well as in the two verses following (2 Samuel 21:18-20), another name also easily interchangeable in Hebrew characters with Gezer. The "yet again" of our ver. 6 would well accord with the supposition that the conflict with the Philistines was at Gath, or at the same place, each of the three times. Gezer belonged to Ephraim, and was situated to the north of Philistia (1 Chronicles 7:28; 1 Chronicles 14:16). Sibbechai (see also 1 Chronicles 11:29; 1 Chronicles 27:11). Sippai. In the parallel place spelt Saph. It is remarkable that, in the Peshito Syriac, over Psalm 143, is found the inscription," Of David, when he slew Asaph, the brother of Gulyad, and thanksgiving that he had conquered." Of the children of the giant. The Hebrew word for "giant," rapha (always in these verses spelt with a final aleph, but in the parallel verses always with he final), is here (Authorized Version) translated. "The Rapha, a native of Gath, was the forefather of the Canaanitish Rephaim, mentioned as early as Genesis 14:5; Genesis 15:20; Deuteronomy 2:11; Deuteronomy 3:11; Joshua 12:4; Joshua 15:8; Joshua 17:15. The slaying of Ishbi-benob (2 Samuel 21:16) is not here given. It is also to be observed that the lengthy account of Samuel, respecting Absalom and his rebellion (2 Samuel 13-21.) is not found here.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Some time later,וַיְהִי֙ (way·hî) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be war מִלְחָמָ֛ה (mil·ḥā·māh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4421: A battle, war broke out וַתַּעֲמֹ֧ד (wat·ta·‘ă·mōḏ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 5975: To stand, in various relations with עִם־ (‘im-) Preposition Strong's 5973: With, equally with the Philistines פְּלִשְׁתִּ֑ים (pə·liš·tîm) Noun - proper - masculine plural Strong's 6430: Philistines -- inhabitants of Philistia at Gezer. בְּגֶ֖זֶר (bə·ḡe·zer) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 1507: Gezer -- 'portion', a Levitical city on the border of Ephraim At that time אָ֣ז (’āz) Adverb Strong's 227: At that time, place, therefore Sibbecai סִבְּכַ֣י (sib·bə·ḵay) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5444: Sibbecai -- one of David's captains the Hushathite הַחֻֽשָׁתִ֗י (ha·ḥu·šā·ṯî) Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 2843: Hushathite -- a Chushathite killed הִכָּ֞ה (hik·kāh) Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5221: To strike Sippai, סִפַּ֛י (sip·pay) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5598: Sippai -- a Philistine a descendant מִילִדֵ֥י (mî·li·ḏê) Preposition-m | Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 3211: Born of the Rephaim, הָרְפָאִ֖ים (hā·rə·p̄ā·’îm) Article | Noun - proper - masculine plural Strong's 7497: Rephaim -- inhabitants of an area East of the Jordan and the Philistines were subdued. וַיִּכָּנֵֽעוּ׃ (way·yik·kā·nê·‘ū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 3665: To bend the knee, to humiliate, vanquish Links 1 Chronicles 20:4 NIV1 Chronicles 20:4 NLT 1 Chronicles 20:4 ESV 1 Chronicles 20:4 NASB 1 Chronicles 20:4 KJV 1 Chronicles 20:4 BibleApps.com 1 Chronicles 20:4 Biblia Paralela 1 Chronicles 20:4 Chinese Bible 1 Chronicles 20:4 French Bible 1 Chronicles 20:4 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Chronicles 20:4 It happened after this that there arose (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr) |
    |