New International Version Achish answered, “I know that you have been as pleasing in my eyes as an angel of God; nevertheless, the Philistine commanders have said, ‘He must not go up with us into battle.’ New Living Translation But Achish insisted, “As far as I’m concerned, you’re as perfect as an angel of God. But the Philistine commanders are afraid to have you with them in the battle. English Standard Version And Achish answered David and said, “I know that you are as blameless in my sight as an angel of God. Nevertheless, the commanders of the Philistines have said, ‘He shall not go up with us to the battle.’ Berean Standard Bible Achish replied, “I know that you are as pleasing in my sight as an angel of God. But the commanders of the Philistines have said, ‘He must not go into battle with us.’ Berean Literal Bible And Achish answered and said to David, “I know that you are as pleasing in my sight as an angel of God. Nevertheless, the princes of the Philistines have said, ‘He shall not go up with us to the battle.’ King James Bible And Achish answered and said to David, I know that thou art good in my sight, as an angel of God: notwithstanding the princes of the Philistines have said, He shall not go up with us to the battle. New King James Version Then Achish answered and said to David, “I know that you are as good in my sight as an angel of God; nevertheless the princes of the Philistines have said, ‘He shall not go up with us to the battle.’ New American Standard Bible But Achish replied to David, “I know that you are pleasing in my sight, like an angel of God; nevertheless the commanders of the Philistines have said, ‘He must not go up with us into the battle.’ NASB 1995 But Achish replied to David, “I know that you are pleasing in my sight, like an angel of God; nevertheless the commanders of the Philistines have said, ‘He must not go up with us to the battle.’ NASB 1977 But Achish answered and said to David, “I know that you are pleasing in my sight, like an angel of God; nevertheless the commanders of the Philistines have said, ‘He must not go up with us to the battle.’ Legacy Standard Bible But Achish answered and said to David, “I know that you are pleasing in my sight, like an angel of God; nevertheless the commanders of the Philistines have said, ‘He must not go up with us to the battle.’ Amplified Bible Achish answered David, “I know that you are blameless in my sight, like an angel of God; nevertheless the commanders of the Philistines have said, ‘He must not go up with us to the battle.’ Berean Annotated Bible Achish (I will blacken) replied (beloved), “I know that you are as pleasing in my sight as an angel of God {Elohim}. But the commanders of the Philistines (immigrants) have said, ‘He must not go into battle with us.’ Christian Standard Bible Achish answered David, “I’m convinced that you are as reliable as an angel of God. But the Philistine commanders have said, ‘He must not go into battle with us.’ Holman Christian Standard Bible Achish answered David, “I’m convinced that you are as reliable as the Angel of God. But the Philistine commanders have said, ‘He must not go into battle with us.’ American Standard Version And Achish answered and said to David, I know that thou art good in my sight, as an angel of God: notwithstanding the princes of the Philistines have said, He shall not go up with us to the battle. Contemporary English Version Achish said: I believe that you're as good as an angel of God, but our army commanders have decided that you can't fight in this battle. English Revised Version And Achish answered and said to David, I know that thou art good in my sight, as an angel of God: notwithstanding the princes of the Philistines have said, He shall not go up with us to the battle. GOD'S WORD® Translation Achish answered David, "I admit that in my judgment you're as good as God's Messenger. However, the Philistine officers said, 'He shouldn't go into battle with us.' Good News Translation "I agree," Achish replied. "I consider you as loyal as an angel of God. But the other kings have said that you can't go with us into battle. International Standard Version Achish answered David, "I know that I'm pleased with you. You're like an angel of God. But the Philistine leaders have said, 'He mustn't go into battle with us.' NET Bible Achish replied to David, "I am convinced that you are as reliable as the angel of God! However, the leaders of the Philistines have said, 'He must not go up with us in the battle.' New Heart English Bible Achish answered David, "I know that you are good in my sight, as an angel of God. Nevertheless the leaders of the Philistines have said, 'He shall not go up with us to the battle.' Webster's Bible Translation And Achish answered and said to David, I know that thou art good in my sight, as an angel of God: notwithstanding, the princes of the Philistines have said, He shall not go up with us to the battle. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAchish replied, “I know that you are as pleasing in my sight as an angel of God. But the commanders of the Philistines have said, ‘He must not go into battle with us.’ World English Bible Achish answered David, “I know that you are good in my sight, as an angel of God. Notwithstanding, the princes of the Philistines have said, ‘He shall not go up with us to the battle.’ Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Achish answers and says to David, “I have known that you [are] good in my eyes as a messenger of God; only, the princes of the Philistines have said, He does not go up with us into battle; Berean Literal Bible And Achish answered and said to David, “I know that you are as pleasing in my sight as an angel of God. Nevertheless, the princes of the Philistines have said, ‘He shall not go up with us to the battle.’ Young's Literal Translation And Achish answereth and saith unto David, 'I have known that thou art good in mine eyes as a messenger of God; only, the princes of the Philistines have said, He doth not go up with us into battle; Smith's Literal Translation And Achish will answer and say to David, I knew that thou art good in mine eyes as a messenger of God: but the chiefs of the rovers said, He shall not go up with us in the war. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Achis answering said to David: I know that thou art good in my sight, as an angel of God: but the princes of the Philistines have said: He shall not go up with us to the battle. Catholic Public Domain Version And in response, Achish said to David: “I know that you are good in my sight, like an angel of God. But the leaders of the Philistines have said: ‘He shall not go up with us to the battle.’ New American Bible “I recognize,” Achish answered David, “that you are trustworthy, like an angel of God. But the Philistine commanders are saying, ‘He must not go with us into battle.’ New Revised Standard Version Achish replied to David, “I know that you are as blameless in my sight as an angel of God; nevertheless, the commanders of the Philistines have said, ‘He shall not go up with us to the battle.’ Translations from Aramaic Lamsa Bible- - - Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Akish answered and said to David: “I know that you are good in my eyes, as an Angel of God, however the Princes of the Philistines say, ‘He shall not go with us to battle’ OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Achish answered and said to David: 'I know that thou art good in my sight, as an angel of God; notwithstanding the princes of the Philistines have said: He shall not go up with us to the battle. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Anchus answered David, I know that thou art good in my eyes, but the lords of the Philistines say, He shall not come with us to the war. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context The Philistines Reject David…8“But what have I done?” David replied. “What have you found against your servant, from the day I came to you until today, to keep me from going along to fight against the enemies of my lord the king?” 9Achish replied, “I know that you are as pleasing in my sight as an angel of God. But the commanders of the Philistines have said, ‘He must not go into battle with us.’ 10Now 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.”… Cross References Achish replied, 1 Samuel 28:2 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 27:10 who would ask him, “What have you raided today?” And David would reply, “The Negev of Judah,” or “The Negev of Jerahmeel,” or “The Negev of the Kenites.” 1 Samuel 21:15 Am I in need of madmen, that you have brought this man to rave in my presence? Must this man come into my house?” “I know that you are as pleasing in my sight 2 Samuel 14:22 Joab fell facedown in homage and blessed the king. “Today,” said Joab, “your servant knows that he has found favor in your eyes, my lord the king, because the king has granted his request.” Genesis 39:4 Joseph found favor in his sight and became his personal attendant. Potiphar put him in charge of his household and entrusted him with everything he owned. Esther 2:9 And the young woman pleased him and obtained his favor, so he quickly provided her with beauty treatments and the special diet. He assigned to her seven select maidservants from the palace and transferred her with them to the best place in the harem. as an angel of God. 2 Samuel 14:17 And now your servant says, ‘May the word of my lord the king bring me rest, for my lord the king is able to discern good and evil, just like the angel of God. May the LORD your God be with you.’” 2 Samuel 14:20 Joab your servant has done this to bring about this change of affairs, but my lord has wisdom like the wisdom of the angel of God, to know everything that happens in the land.” 2 Samuel 19:27 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. But the commanders of the Philistines have said, 1 Samuel 6:4 “What guilt offering should we send back to Him?” asked the Philistines. “Five gold tumors and five gold rats,” they said, “according to the number of rulers of the Philistines, since the same plague has struck both you and your rulers. 1 Samuel 6:12 And the cows headed straight up the road toward Beth-shemesh, staying on that one highway and lowing as they went, never straying to the right or to the left. The rulers of the Philistines followed behind them to the border of Beth-shemesh. 1 Samuel 6:16 And when the five rulers of the Philistines saw this, they returned to Ekron that same day. ‘He must not go into battle with us.’ 2 Chronicles 25:10 So Amaziah dismissed the troops who had come to him from Ephraim and sent them home. And they were furious with Judah and returned home in great anger. Judges 7:3 Now, therefore, proclaim in the hearing of the men: ‘Whoever is fearful and trembling may turn back and leave Mount Gilead.’” So twenty-two thousand of them turned back, but ten thousand remained. Deuteronomy 20:8 Then the officers shall speak further to the army, saying, “Is any man afraid or fainthearted? Let him return home, so that the hearts of his brothers will not melt like his own.” 1 Samuel 18:12-15 So Saul was afraid of David, because the LORD was with David but had departed from Saul. / Therefore Saul sent David away and gave him command of a thousand men. David led the troops out to battle and back, / and he continued to prosper in all his ways, because the LORD was with him. … Treasury of Scripture And Achish answered and said to David, I know that you are good in my sight, as an angel of God: notwithstanding the princes of the Philistines have said, He shall not go up with us to the battle. as an angel 2 Samuel 14:17,20 Then thine handmaid said, The word of my lord the king shall now be comfortable: for as an angel of God, so is my lord the king to discern good and bad: therefore the LORD thy God will be with thee… 2 Samuel 19:27 And he hath slandered thy servant unto my lord the king; but my lord the king is as an angel of God: do therefore what is good in thine eyes. Galatians 4:14 And my temptation which was in my flesh ye despised not, nor rejected; but received me as an angel of God, even as Christ Jesus. the princes 1 Samuel 29:4 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? Jump to Previous Acceptable Achish A'chish Angel Battle Blameless Commanders David Eyes Messenger Nevertheless Notwithstanding Philistine Philistines Pleasing Princes Rulers Sight True.Jump to Next Acceptable Achish A'chish Angel Battle Blameless Commanders David Eyes Messenger Nevertheless Notwithstanding Philistine Philistines Pleasing Princes Rulers Sight True.1 Samuel 29 1. David marching with the Philistines3. is disallowed by their princes 6. Achish dismisses him, with commendations of his fidelity Achish replied, Achish had given David refuge in Gath and regarded him as a loyal servant. His confidence in David reveals the unusual position David held among Israel’s enemies while fleeing from Saul. 1Sa 28:2 David replied, “Then you will come to know… “I know that you are as pleasing in my sight Achish considered David trustworthy and valuable, likely because David had convinced him that he was no threat to Philistia. David’s conduct had earned the king’s favor even though his ultimate loyalty remained with Israel. 2Sa 14:22 Joab fell facedown in homage and blessed the king.… as an angel of God. Achish expressed the highest confidence in David, viewing him as harmless and dependable. The words are especially striking because David was Israel’s future king and a man whom God had set apart for His purposes. 2Sa 14:17 And now your servant says, ‘May the word of my lord the king… But the commanders of the Philistines have said, The Philistine commanders did not share Achish’s trust. They remembered David’s victories over the Philistines and feared that he might turn against them during battle. 1Sa 6:4 “What guilt offering should we send back to Him?”… ‘He must not go into battle with us.’ Their refusal kept David from joining the Philistine army against Israel. God used their suspicion to prevent David from fighting his own people and to preserve his standing before the nation he would later rule. 2Ch 25:10 So Amaziah dismissed the troops who had come to him… Persons / Places / Events 1. AchishThe king of Gath, a Philistine city. He had a favorable view of David, seeing him as trustworthy and valuable, akin to an "angel of God." 2. David The future king of Israel, who was living among the Philistines to escape King Saul. Despite his loyalty to Achish, he was not trusted by the other Philistine commanders. 3. Philistine Commanders Military leaders of the Philistines who distrusted David, fearing he might turn against them in battle. 4. Gath A major Philistine city where Achish ruled and where David sought refuge. 5. Battle The impending conflict between the Philistines and Israelites, from which David was excluded due to the commanders' distrust. Teaching Points Trust in God's SovereigntyDespite human plans and opinions, God's purposes prevail. David's exclusion from battle was part of God's protection and plan for him. Integrity in Adversity David maintained his integrity and loyalty to Achish, even when misunderstood. Believers are called to uphold their character in challenging situations. Discernment in Alliances Not all alliances are beneficial. David's situation reminds us to seek God's wisdom in our relationships and commitments. God's Protection Sometimes, what seems like a setback is God's way of protecting us from greater harm. Trust in His divine protection and timing. Reputation and Witness David's reputation as "an angel of God" among the Philistines challenges us to consider how we are perceived by those outside our faith community. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 29:9?2. How does Achish's view of David reflect God's protection over His anointed? 3. Why does Achish compare David to "an angel of God" in 1 Samuel 29:9? 4. What can we learn about God's sovereignty from David's situation in 1 Samuel 29? 5. How should we respond when others recognize God's work in our lives? 6. How does David's integrity in 1 Samuel 29:9 inspire our daily conduct? 7. Why did Achish trust David despite the Philistine commanders' objections in 1 Samuel 29:9? 8. How does 1 Samuel 29:9 reflect on God's sovereignty over David's circumstances? 9. What does Achish's statement in 1 Samuel 29:9 reveal about David's character? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 29? (9) As an angel of God.--Again a simile, which Achish most likely borrowed from Hebrew thought, and made use of in his graceful courtesy as likely to be acceptable to David.Verse 9. - 1 know that, etc. Rather, "I know it, for thou art good in my sight," i.e. 1 know all that thou wouldst say as to thy trustworthiness, and assent to it. As an angel of God. I.e. as a messenger of God, as one set to me by God. Achish’s glowing endorsement shows how David’s integrity wins admiration beyond Israel. The Philistine commanders’ refusal, however, becomes the means God uses to keep David from compromising his future kingship and to launch him toward his next victory. What looks like a setback is actually sovereign protection, confirming that the Lord directs every twist of David’s journey until the crown is finally his.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Achishאָכִישׁ֮ (’ā·ḵîš) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 397: Achish -- king of Gath replied, וַיַּ֣עַן (way·ya·‘an) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6030: To answer, respond “I know יָדַ֕עְתִּי (yā·ḏa‘·tî) Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular Strong's 3045: To know that כִּ֣י (kî) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction you [are] אַתָּ֛ה (’at·tāh) Pronoun - second person masculine singular Strong's 859: Thou and thee, ye and you as pleasing ט֥וֹב (ṭō·wḇ) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 2896: Pleasant, agreeable, good in my sight בְּעֵינַ֖י (bə·‘ê·nay) Preposition-b | Noun - cdc | first person common singular Strong's 5869: An eye, a fountain as an angel כְּמַלְאַ֣ךְ (kə·mal·’aḵ) Preposition-k | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4397: A messenger, of God, an angel of God. אֱלֹהִ֑ים (’ĕ·lō·hîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative But אַ֣ךְ (’aḵ) Adverb Strong's 389: A particle of affirmation, surely the commanders שָׂרֵ֤י (śā·rê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 8269: Chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince of the Philistines פְלִשְׁתִּים֙ (p̄ə·liš·tîm) Noun - proper - masculine plural Strong's 6430: Philistines -- inhabitants of Philistia have said, אָֽמְר֔וּ (’ā·mə·rū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 559: To utter, say ‘He must not לֹֽא־ (lō-) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no go יַעֲלֶ֥ה (ya·‘ă·leh) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5927: To ascend, in, actively into battle בַּמִּלְחָמָֽה׃ (bam·mil·ḥā·māh) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4421: A battle, war with us.’ עִמָּ֖נוּ (‘im·mā·nū) Preposition | first person common plural Strong's 5973: With, equally with Additonal Resources 1 Samuel 29:9 Blue Letter Bible1 Samuel 29:9 Bible Gateway 1 Samuel 29:9 Bible.com 1 Samuel 29:9 NIV |
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