New International Version and David inquired of the LORD, “Shall I pursue this raiding party? Will I overtake them?” “Pursue them,” he answered. “You will certainly overtake them and succeed in the rescue.” New Living Translation Then David asked the LORD, “Should I chase after this band of raiders? Will I catch them?” And the LORD told him, “Yes, go after them. You will surely recover everything that was taken from you!” English Standard Version And David inquired of the LORD, “Shall I pursue after this band? Shall I overtake them?” He answered him, “Pursue, for you shall surely overtake and shall surely rescue.” Berean Standard Bible and David inquired of the LORD: “Should I pursue these raiders? Will I overtake them?” “Pursue them,” the LORD replied, “for you will surely overtake them and rescue the captives.” Berean Literal Bible And David inquired of YHWH, saying, “Shall I pursue after this troop? Will I overtake them?” And He answered him, “Pursue, for you shall surely overtake them and you shall surely deliver.” King James Bible And David inquired at the LORD, saying, Shall I pursue after this troop? shall I overtake them? And he answered him, Pursue: for thou shalt surely overtake them, and without fail recover all. New King James Version So David inquired of the LORD, saying, “Shall I pursue this troop? Shall I overtake them?” And He answered him, “Pursue, for you shall surely overtake them and without fail recover all.” New American Standard Bible And David inquired of the LORD, saying, “Shall I pursue this band of raiders? Will I overtake them?” And He said to him, “Pursue, for you will certainly overtake them, and you will certainly rescue everyone.” NASB 1995 David inquired of the LORD, saying, “Shall I pursue this band? Shall I overtake them?” And He said to him, “Pursue, for you will surely overtake them, and you will surely rescue all.” NASB 1977 And David inquired of the LORD, saying, “Shall I pursue this band? Shall I overtake them?” And He said to him, “Pursue, for you shall surely overtake them, and you shall surely rescue all.” Legacy Standard Bible And David asked of Yahweh, saying, “Shall I pursue this band? Shall I overtake them?” And He said to him, “Pursue, for you will surely overtake them, and you will surely deliver all.” Amplified Bible David inquired of the LORD, saying, “Shall I pursue this band [of raiders]? Will I overtake them?” And He answered him, “Pursue, for you will certainly overtake them, and you will certainly rescue [the captives].” Berean Annotated Bible and David (beloved) inquired of the LORD {YHWH}: “Should I pursue these raiders? Will I overtake them? “Pursue them, the LORD replied, “for you will surely overtake them and rescue the captives.” Christian Standard Bible and David asked the LORD, “Should I pursue these raiders? Will I overtake them? ” The LORD replied to him, “Pursue them, for you will certainly overtake them and rescue the people.” Holman Christian Standard Bible and David asked the LORD: “Should I pursue these raiders? Will I overtake them?” The LORD replied to him, “Pursue them, for you will certainly overtake them and rescue the people.” American Standard Version And David inquired of Jehovah, saying, If I pursue after this troop, shall I overtake them? And he answered him, Pursue; for thou shalt surely overtake them, and shalt without fail recover all. Contemporary English Version Then David asked the LORD, "Should I go after the people who raided our town? Can I catch up with them?" "Go after them," the LORD answered. "You will catch up with them, and you will rescue your families." English Revised Version And David inquired of the LORD, saying, If I pursue after this troop, shall I overtake them? And he answered him, Pursue: for thou shalt surely overtake them, and shalt without fail recover all. GOD'S WORD® Translation Then David asked the LORD, "Should I pursue these troops? Will I catch up with them?" "Pursue them," the LORD told him. "You will certainly catch up with them and rescue the captives." Good News Translation David asked the LORD, "Shall I go after those raiders? And will I catch them?" He answered, "Go after them; you will catch them and rescue the captives." International Standard Version David inquired of the LORD: "Shall I pursue this raiding party? Will I overtake them?" The LORD told David, "Pursue them! You will definitely overtake them and rescue the captives." NET Bible David inquired of the LORD, saying, "Should I pursue this raiding band? Will I overtake them?" He said to him, "Pursue, for you will certainly overtake them and carry out a rescue!" New Heart English Bible David inquired of the LORD, saying, "If I pursue after this troop, shall I overtake them?" He answered him, "Pursue; for you shall surely overtake them, and shall without fail recover all." Webster's Bible Translation And David inquired of the LORD, saying, Shall I pursue this troop? shall I overtake them? And he answered him, Pursue; for thou shalt surely overtake them, and without fail recover all. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bibleand David inquired of the LORD: “Should I pursue these raiders? Will I overtake them?” “Pursue them,” the LORD replied, “for you will surely overtake them and rescue the captives.” World English Bible David inquired of Yahweh, saying, “If I pursue after this troop, will I overtake them?” He answered him, “Pursue, for you will surely overtake them, and will without fail recover all.” Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand David inquires of YHWH, saying, “I pursue after this troop—do I overtake it?” And He says to him, “Pursue, for you certainly overtake, and certainly deliver.” Berean Literal Bible And David inquired of YHWH, saying, “Shall I pursue after this troop? Will I overtake them?” And He answered him, “Pursue, for you shall surely overtake them and you shall surely deliver.” Young's Literal Translation and David asketh at Jehovah, saying, 'I pursue after this troop -- do I overtake it?' And He saith to him, 'Pursue, for thou dost certainly overtake, and dost certainly deliver.' Smith's Literal Translation And David will ask in Jehovah, saying, Shall I pursue after this troop? shall I hedge it in? and he will say, Pursue: and hedging, thou shalt hedge in, and taking away, thou shalt take away. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd David consulted the Lord, saying: Shall I pursue after these robbers, and shall I overtake them, or not? And the Lord said to him: Pursue after them: for thou shalt surely overtake them and recover the prey. Catholic Public Domain Version And David consulted the Lord, saying, “Shall I pursue these robbers, and will I overtake them, or not?” And the Lord said to him: “Pursue. For without doubt, you will overtake them and find the prey.” New American Bible David inquired of the LORD, “Shall I pursue these raiders? Can I overtake them?” The LORD answered him: Go in pursuit, for you will certainly overtake them and bring about a rescue. New Revised Standard Version David inquired of the LORD, “Shall I pursue this band? Shall I overtake them?” He answered him, “Pursue; for you shall surely overtake and shall surely rescue.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd David inquired of the LORD, saying. Shall I pursue these raiders? Shall I overtake them? And he answered him, Pursue; for you shall surely overtake them soon and deliver the captives. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And David asked of LORD JEHOVAH and said: “Shall I pursue after this band of robbers? Will I overtake it?” And he said to him, “Pursue, because quickly you will overtake it and deliver” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And David inquired of the LORD, saying: 'Shall I pursue after this troop? shall I overtake them?' And He answered him: 'Pursue; for thou shalt surely overtake them, and shalt without fail recover all.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And David enquired of the Lord, saying, Shall I pursue after this troop? shall I overtake them? and he said to him, Pursue, for thou shalt surely overtake them, and thou shalt surely rescue the captives. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context David Destroys the Amalekites7Then David said to Abiathar the priest, the son of Ahimelech, “Bring me the ephod.” So Abiathar brought it to him, 8and David inquired of the LORD: “Should I pursue these raiders? Will I overtake them?” “Pursue them,” the LORD replied, “for you will surely overtake them and rescue the captives.” 9So David and his six hundred men went to the Brook of Besor, where some stayed behind… Cross References David inquired of the LORD: 1 Samuel 23:2 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.” 2 Samuel 2:1 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. “Should I pursue these raiders? 1 Samuel 14:37 So Saul inquired of God, “Shall I go down after the Philistines? Will You give them into the hand of Israel?” But God did not answer him that day. 1 Chronicles 14:10 So David inquired of God, “Should I go up against the Philistines? Will You deliver them into my hand?” “Go,” replied the LORD, “for I will deliver them into your hand.” Will I overtake them?” Exodus 15:9 The enemy declared, ‘I will pursue, I will overtake. I will divide the spoils; I will gorge myself on them. I will draw my sword; my hand will destroy them.’ Psalm 18:37-38 I pursued my enemies and overtook them; I did not turn back until they were consumed. / I crushed them so they could not rise; they have fallen under my feet. “Pursue them,” the LORD replied, 1 Samuel 23:4 Once again, David inquired of the LORD, and the LORD answered him: “Go at once to Keilah, for I will deliver the Philistines into your hand.” 2 Samuel 5:19 So David inquired of the LORD, “Should I go up against the Philistines? Will You deliver them into my hand?” “Go up,” replied the LORD, “for I will surely deliver the Philistines into your hand.” “for you will surely overtake them Deuteronomy 19:6 Otherwise, the avenger of blood might pursue the manslayer in a rage, overtake him if the distance is great, and strike him dead though he did not deserve to die, since he did not intend any harm. Deuteronomy 28:45 All these curses will come upon you. They will pursue you and overtake you until you are destroyed, since you did not obey the LORD your God and keep the commandments and statutes He gave you. and rescue the captives.” Genesis 14:16 He retrieved all the goods, as well as his relative Lot and his possessions, together with the women and the rest of the people. 1 Samuel 23:5 Then David and his men went to Keilah, fought against the Philistines, and carried off their livestock, striking them with a mighty blow. So David saved the people of Keilah. Judges 20:18 The Israelites set out, went up to Bethel, and inquired of God, “Who of us shall go up first to fight against the Benjamites?” “Judah will be first,” the LORD replied. Judges 20:23 They went up and wept before the LORD until evening, inquiring of Him, “Should we again draw near for battle against our brothers the Benjamites?” And the LORD answered, “Go up against them.” Judges 20:28 and Phinehas son of Eleazar, the son of Aaron, served before it.) The Israelites asked, “Should we again go out to battle against our brothers the Benjamites, or should we stop?” The LORD answered, “Fight, for tomorrow I will deliver them into your hand.” 2 Samuel 5:23-25 So David inquired of the LORD, who answered, “Do not march straight up, but circle around behind them and attack them in front of the balsam trees. / As soon as you hear the sound of marching in the tops of the balsam trees, move quickly, because this will mean that the LORD has gone out before you to strike the camp of the Philistines.” / So David did as the LORD had commanded him, and he struck down the Philistines all the way from Gibeon to Gezer. Treasury of Scripture And David inquired at the LORD, saying, Shall I pursue after this troop? shall I overtake them? And he answered him, Pursue: for you shall surely overtake them, and without fail recover all. enquired 1 Samuel 23:2,4,10-12 Therefore David inquired of the LORD, saying, Shall I go and smite these Philistines? And the LORD said unto David, Go, and smite the Philistines, and save Keilah… Judges 20:18,23,28 And the children of Israel arose, and went up to the house of God, and asked counsel of God, and said, Which of us shall go up first to the battle against the children of Benjamin? And the LORD said, Judah shall go up first… 2 Samuel 5:19,23 And David inquired of the LORD, saying, Shall I go up to the Philistines? wilt thou deliver them into mine hand? And the LORD said unto David, Go up: for I will doubtless deliver the Philistines into thine hand… he answered him 1 Samuel 14:37 And Saul asked counsel of God, Shall I go down after the Philistines? wilt thou deliver them into the hand of Israel? But he answered him not that day. 1 Samuel 28:6,15,16 And when Saul inquired of the LORD, the LORD answered him not, neither by dreams, nor by Urim, nor by prophets… Numbers 27:21 And he shall stand before Eleazar the priest, who shall ask counsel for him after the judgment of Urim before the LORD: at his word shall they go out, and at his word they shall come in, both he, and all the children of Israel with him, even all the congregation. Jump to Previous Able Assuredly Band David Deliver Inquired Overtake Party Pursue Questioning Raiding Recover Rescue Succeed Surely TroopJump to Next Able Assuredly Band David Deliver Inquired Overtake Party Pursue Questioning Raiding Recover Rescue Succeed Surely Troop1 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 and David inquired of the LORD: With Ziklag burned and their families taken, David did not act on grief or anger alone. He sought the Lord’s direction before mobilizing his men, likely through the priest Abiathar and the ephod. 1Sa 23:2 So David inquired of the LORD, “Should I go and… “Should I pursue these raiders? The Amalekites had attacked the undefended city while David and his men were away. Though pursuit seemed necessary, David waited for God’s command rather than assuming the course of action. 1Sa 14:37 So Saul inquired of God, “Shall I go down… Will I overtake them?” David needed assurance that the pursuit would succeed and that the captives could be recovered. The situation was urgent, and his force was weakened by exhaustion and sorrow. Exo 15:9 The enemy declared, ‘I will pursue, I will overtake.… “Pursue them,” the LORD replied, The Lord answered clearly, directing David to act. God’s command turned a desperate pursuit into a mission undertaken with divine assurance. 1Sa 23:4 Once again, David inquired of the LORD… “for you will surely overtake them The promised outcome left no uncertainty: David would catch the Amalekites despite the distance and the time already lost. Deu 19:6 Otherwise, the avenger of blood might pursue… and rescue the captives.” God promised complete deliverance. David would recover the people taken from Ziklag, including his own wives and the families of his men. Gen 14:16 He retrieved all the goods, as well as his relative Lot… Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe anointed king of Israel, who at this time was leading his men while on the run from King Saul. He is known for his deep relationship with God and reliance on divine guidance. 2. The LORD The covenant name of God, Yahweh, who is the ultimate authority and guide for David. His response to David's inquiry is direct and reassuring. 3. The Raiding Party Refers to the Amalekites who had attacked and burned Ziklag, taking the women and children captive, including David's own family. 4. Ziklag A Philistine town given to David by Achish, the king of Gath, where David and his men had been residing. It was attacked and burned by the Amalekites. 5. The Captives The families of David and his men, who were taken by the Amalekites during their raid on Ziklag. Teaching Points Seeking Divine GuidanceDavid's inquiry of the LORD highlights the importance of seeking God's guidance in times of crisis. Believers are encouraged to turn to God in prayer and seek His will in their decisions. Trust in God's Promises The LORD's response to David assures him of success. This teaches us to trust in God's promises and His faithfulness to fulfill them. Courage to Act Once David received God's direction, he acted with confidence. Believers should be encouraged to move forward with courage when they have sought and received God's guidance. God's Sovereignty in Trials The situation at Ziklag reminds us that God is sovereign even in difficult circumstances. He can turn trials into opportunities for deliverance and growth. Community and Leadership David's leadership in seeking God's will and leading his men into action serves as a model for Christian leadership, emphasizing the importance of spiritual discernment and communal responsibility. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 30:8?2. How does David's inquiry in 1 Samuel 30:8 demonstrate reliance on God's guidance? 3. What can we learn from David's approach to decision-making in this passage? 4. How does 1 Samuel 30:8 connect with Proverbs 3:5-6 about trusting God? 5. In what ways can we seek God's direction in our daily challenges? 6. How does God's response to David encourage us to pursue His will confidently? 7. How does 1 Samuel 30:8 demonstrate God's guidance in times of distress? 8. What does David's inquiry in 1 Samuel 30:8 reveal about his relationship with God? 9. How does 1 Samuel 30:8 illustrate the importance of seeking divine direction before taking action? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 30? The verse shows a seamless rhythm: seek, ask, listen, obey, and receive. David’s inquiry demonstrates humble dependence, God’s reply reveals His sure guidance, and the promised outcome underscores His power to restore completely. When we follow this pattern—consulting the LORD first, acting on His clear word, and trusting His guaranteed results—we experience His faithful deliverance just as David did at Ziklag. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew and Davidדָּוִ֤ד (dā·wiḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse inquired וַיִּשְׁאַ֨ל (way·yiš·’al) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7592: To inquire, to request, to demand of the LORD: בַּֽיהוָה֙ (Yah·weh) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel “Should I pursue אֶרְדֹּ֛ף (’er·dōp̄) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - first person common singular Strong's 7291: To pursue, chase, persecute these הַזֶּ֖ה (haz·zeh) Article | Pronoun - masculine singular Strong's 2088: This, that raiders? הַגְּדוּד־ (hag·gə·ḏūḏ-) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1416: A band, troop Will I overtake them?” הַֽאַשִּׂגֶ֑נּוּ (ha·’aś·śi·ḡen·nū) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - first person common singular | third person masculine singular Strong's 5381: To reach, overtake “Pursue רְדֹ֔ף (rə·ḏōp̄) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular Strong's 7291: To pursue, chase, persecute them,” כִּֽי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction the LORD replied, לֵאמֹ֔ר (lê·mōr) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 559: To utter, say “for you will surely הַשֵּׂ֥ג (haś·śêḡ) Verb - Hifil - Infinitive absolute Strong's 5381: To reach, overtake overtake them תַּשִּׂ֖יג (taś·śîḡ) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 5381: To reach, overtake and rescue the captives.” וְהַצֵּ֥ל (wə·haṣ·ṣêl) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Infinitive absolute Strong's 5337: To strip, plunder, deliver oneself, be delivered, snatch away, deliver Additonal Resources 1 Samuel 30:8 Blue Letter Bible1 Samuel 30:8 Bible Gateway 1 Samuel 30:8 Bible.com 1 Samuel 30:8 NIV |
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