New International Version to those in Aroer, Siphmoth, Eshtemoa New Living Translation Aroer, Siphmoth, Eshtemoa, English Standard Version in Aroer, in Siphmoth, in Eshtemoa, Berean Standard Bible to those in Aroer, Siphmoth, and Eshtemoa; Berean Literal Bible and to those in Aroer, and to those in Siphmoth, and to those in Eshtemoa, King James Bible And to them which were in Aroer, and to them which were in Siphmoth, and to them which were in Eshtemoa, New King James Version those who were in Aroer, those who were in Siphmoth, those who were in Eshtemoa, New American Standard Bible to those who were in Aroer, to those who were in Siphmoth, to those who were in Eshtemoa, NASB 1995 and to those who were in Aroer, and to those who were in Siphmoth, and to those who were in Eshtemoa, NASB 1977 and to those who were in Aroer, and to those who were in Siphmoth, and to those who were in Eshtemoa, Legacy Standard Bible and to those who were in Aroer, and to those who were in Siphmoth, and to those who were in Eshtemoa, Amplified Bible Aroer, Siphmoth, Eshtemoa, Berean Annotated Bible to those in Aroer (ruins), Siphmoth (fruitful), and Eshtemoa (fire of astonishment); Christian Standard Bible to those in Aroer, in Siphmoth, and in Eshtemoa; Holman Christian Standard Bible to those in Aroer, in Siphmoth, and in Eshtemoa; American Standard Version and to them that were in Aroer, and to them that were in Siphmoth, and to them that were in Eshtemoa, English Revised Version and to them which were in Aroer, and to them which were in Siphmoth, and to them which were in Eshtemoa; GOD'S WORD® Translation Aroer, Siphmoth, Eshtemoa, Good News Translation Aroer, Siphmoth, Eshtemoa, International Standard Version Aroer, Siphmoth, Eshtemoa, NET Bible for those in Aroer, Siphmoth, Eshtemoa, New Heart English Bible and to those who were in Aroer, and to those who were in Siphmoth, and to those who were in Eshtemoa, Webster's Bible Translation And to them who were in Aroer, and to them who were in Siphmoth, and to them who were in Eshtemoa, Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bibleto those in Aroer, Siphmoth, and Eshtemoa; World English Bible to those who were in Aroer, to those who were in Siphmoth, to those who were in Eshtemoa, Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand to those in Aroer, and to those in Siphmoth, and to those in Eshtemoa, Berean Literal Bible and to those in Aroer, and to those in Siphmoth, and to those in Eshtemoa, Young's Literal Translation and to those in Aroer, and to those in Siphmoth, and to those in Eshtemoa, Smith's Literal Translation And to those in Aroer, and to those in Siphmoth, and to those in Eshtemoa. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd to them that were in Aroer and that were in Sephamoth, and that were in Esthamo, Catholic Public Domain Version and who were in Aroer, and who were in Siphmoth, and who were in Eshtemoa, New American Bible Aroer, Siphmoth, Eshtemoa, New Revised Standard Version in Aroer, in Siphmoth, in Eshtemoa, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd to those who were in Adoer and those who were in Siphmoth and to those who were in Eshtemoa Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And to those in Bayth Aduir and to those in Sephmuth and to those in Shethmue OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and to them that were in Aroer, and to them that were in Siphmoth, and to them that were in Eshtemoa; Brenton Septuagint Translation And to those in Aroer, and to those in Ammadi, and to those in Saphi, and to those in Esthie, and to those in Geth, and to those in Cimath, and to those in Saphec, and to those in Themath, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context The Spoils are Divided…27He sent gifts to those in Bethel, Ramoth Negev, and Jattir; 28to those in Aroer, Siphmoth, and Eshtemoa; 29to those in Racal and in the cities of the Jerahmeelites and Kenites;… Cross References those in Aroer, 1 Chronicles 5:8 and Bela son of Azaz, the son of Shema, the son of Joel. They settled in Aroer and as far as Nebo and Baal-meon. 2 Samuel 24:5 They crossed the Jordan and camped near Aroer, south of the town in the middle of the valley, and proceeded toward Gad and Jazer. Deuteronomy 2:36 From Aroer on the rim of the Arnon Valley, along with the city in the valley, even as far as Gilead, not one city had walls too high for us. The LORD our God gave us all of them. Siphmoth, 1 Chronicles 27:27 Shimei the Ramathite was in charge of the vineyards. Zabdi the Shiphmite was in charge of the produce of the vineyards for the wine vats. Joshua 19:1 The second lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Simeon: Their inheritance lay within the territory of Judah Joshua 15:21 These were the southernmost cities of the tribe of Judah in the Negev toward the border of Edom: Kabzeel, Eder, Jagur, and Eshtemoa; Joshua 15:50 Anab, Eshtemoh, Anim, Joshua 21:14 Jattir, Eshtemoa, 1 Chronicles 4:17 The sons of Ezrah: Jether, Mered, Epher, and Jalon. And Mered’s wife Bithiah gave birth to Miriam, Shammai, and Ishbah the father of Eshtemoa. 1 Chronicles 4:28-31 They lived in Beersheba, Moladah, Hazar-shual, / Bilhah, Ezem, Tolad, / Bethuel, Hormah, Ziklag, … 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 25:2-3 Now there was a man in Maon whose business was in Carmel. He was a very wealthy man with a thousand goats and three thousand sheep, which he was shearing in Carmel. / His name was Nabal, and his wife’s name was Abigail. She was an intelligent and beautiful woman, but her husband, a Calebite, was harsh and evil in his dealings. 2 Samuel 2:1-4 Some time later, David inquired of the LORD, “Should I go up to one of the towns of Judah?” “Go up,” the LORD answered. Then David asked, “Where should I go?” “To Hebron,” replied the LORD. / So David went there with his two wives, Ahinoam of Jezreel and Abigail the widow of Nabal of Carmel. / David also took the men who were with him, each with his household, and they settled in the towns near Hebron. … 1 Samuel 23:1-5 Now it was reported to David, “Look, the Philistines are fighting against Keilah and looting the threshing floors.” / So David inquired of the LORD, “Should I go and attack these Philistines?” And the LORD said to David, “Go and attack the Philistines and save Keilah.” / But David’s men said to him, “Look, we are afraid here in Judah; how much more if we go to Keilah against the armies of the Philistines?” … 1 Samuel 23:12-13 So David asked, “Will the citizens of Keilah surrender me and my men into the hand of Saul?” “They will,” said the LORD. / Then David and his men, about six hundred strong, set out and departed from Keilah, moving from place to place. When Saul was told that David had escaped from Keilah, he declined to go forth. 1 Samuel 25:13 And David said to his men, “Strap on your swords!” So David and all his men strapped on their swords, and about four hundred men followed David, while two hundred stayed with the supplies. Treasury of Scripture And to them which were in Aroer, and to them which were in Siphmoth, and to them which were in Eshtemoa, Aroer Joshua 13:16 And their coast was from Aroer, that is on the bank of the river Arnon, and the city that is in the midst of the river, and all the plain by Medeba; Numbers 34:10 And ye shall point out your east border from Hazarenan to Shepham: Eshtemoa Joshua 15:50 And Anab, and Eshtemoh, and Anim, Eshtemoh 1 Samuel 21:14 Then said Achish unto his servants, Lo, ye see the man is mad: wherefore then have ye brought him to me? Jump to Previous Aroer Aro'er Eshtemoa Eshtemo'aJump to Next Aroer Aro'er Eshtemoa Eshtemo'a1 Samuel 30 1. The Amalekites raid Ziklag4. David asking counsel, is encouraged by God to pursue them 11. By the means of a received Egyptian he is brought to the enemies, 18. and recovers all the spoil 22. David's law to divide the spoil equally 26. He sends presents to his friends to those in Aroer, David included the elders of Aroer among the communities of Judah that had received him and his men during their years of wandering. The gifts came from the Amalekite spoil and expressed gratitude while strengthening ties with the leaders of the region. 1Ch 5:8 and Bela son of Azaz, the son of Joel.… Siphmoth, Siphmoth was among the towns of southern Judah connected with David’s movements while he lived near Ziklag. Its inclusion shows that David remembered those who had supported him before he became king. 1Ch 27:27 Shimei the Ramathite was in charge of the vineyards.… and Eshtemoa; Eshtemoa was a significant town in the hill country of Judah and a Levitical city. By sending gifts there, David honored both the local elders and a community associated with Israel’s worship. Jos 15:50 Anab, Eshtemoh, Anim, Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe anointed future king of Israel, who at this time is leading his men in battle and distributing the spoils of war. 2. Aroer A city located in the territory of Reuben, east of the Jordan River. It is one of the places where David sent gifts from the spoils. 3. Siphmoth A location in Judah, possibly a village or town, where David also sent gifts. 4. Eshtemoa A town in the hill country of Judah, known for its association with the Levites. David sent part of the spoils here as well. 5. The Spoils of War The goods and resources taken by David and his men after defeating the Amalekites, which he distributed among various towns in Judah. Teaching Points Generosity as a Leadership QualityDavid's distribution of the spoils demonstrates that true leadership involves generosity and care for others. Leaders should seek to bless those they lead. Building Alliances through Kindness By sending gifts to various towns, David strengthens alliances and fosters goodwill. Christians are encouraged to build relationships through acts of kindness and generosity. Stewardship of Resources David's actions remind us of the importance of being good stewards of the resources God provides. We should use our blessings to support and uplift others. Recognition of God's Provision David's sharing of the spoils acknowledges that victory and resources come from God. Believers should recognize and give thanks for God's provision in their lives. Community and Fellowship The distribution of gifts to different towns highlights the importance of community and fellowship among God's people. Christians are called to support and encourage one another. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 30:28?2. How does 1 Samuel 30:28 demonstrate the importance of sharing God's blessings? 3. What can we learn about community support from 1 Samuel 30:28? 4. How does 1 Samuel 30:28 connect to the principle of generosity in Proverbs? 5. In what ways can we apply the sharing spirit of 1 Samuel 30:28 today? 6. How does David's action in 1 Samuel 30:28 reflect Christ-like leadership? 7. What historical evidence supports the locations mentioned in 1 Samuel 30:28? 8. How does 1 Samuel 30:28 reflect God's provision for David? 9. What is the significance of the cities listed in 1 Samuel 30:28? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 30? (28) Aroer . . . Siphmoth and . . . Eshtemoa.--Aroer, a city, with colossal ruins of foundation walls, south of Hebron. Of Siphmoth nothing is known. Zabdi, the Shiphmite (1Chronicles 27:27), who was over King David's cellars, clearly comes from Siphmoth. Bishop Hervey well calls attention to a remarkable proof of the grateful nature of David and his fidelity to his early friendships, "that we find among those employed by David in offices of trust in the height of his power so many inhabitants of these obscure places, where he found friends in the days of his early difficulties. Ezri, the son of Shemei the Ramathite, Zabdi the Shiphmite, and many others, were among the friends of his youth." Eshtemoa, a priestly city, still survives, with ruins still visible, in the village of Semna.Verse 28. - Aroer, a different place from that on the eastern side of the Jordan, mentioned in Joshua 12:2, is probably the ruin 'Ar'arah, twelve miles east of Beer-sheba. Siphmoth. Some village in the Negeb, but unknown. Eshtemoa (Joshua 15:50), the present village Semu'ah, south of Hebron. In three brief phrases—Aroer, Siphmoth, Eshtemoa—1 Samuel 30:28 shows David channeling the spoils of God-given victory to frontier towns, obscure villages, and a Levitical center. His generosity embodies gratitude, equity, and strategic care for spiritual life, foreshadowing the Kingdom principle that blessings are meant to be shared widely and wisely for the good of God’s people. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew to thoseוְלַאֲשֶׁ֧ר (wə·la·’ă·šer) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that in Aroer, בַּעֲרֹעֵ֛ר (ba·‘ă·rō·‘êr) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 6177: Aroer -- three cities in Israel Siphmoth, בְּשִֽׂפְמ֖וֹת (bə·śip̄·mō·wṯ) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 8224: Siphmoth -- a place in southern Judah and Eshtemoa; בְּאֶשְׁתְּמֹֽעַ׃ (bə·’eš·tə·mō·a‘) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 851: Eshtemoa -- a man of Judah, also a city in Judah Additonal Resources 1 Samuel 30:28 Blue Letter Bible1 Samuel 30:28 Bible Gateway 1 Samuel 30:28 Bible.com 1 Samuel 30:28 NIV |



