1 Samuel 13:19

Now there was no smith found throughout all the land of Israel: for the Philistines said, Lest the Hebrews make them swords or spears:

King James Version
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Other Translations for 1 Samuel 13:19

BSB
And no blacksmith could be found in all the land of Israel, because the Philistines had said, "The Hebrews must not be allowed to make swords or spears."
AKJV
Now there was no smith found throughout all the land of Israel: for the Philistines said, Lest the Hebrews make them swords or spears:
CPDV
Now there was no worker of iron to be found in all the land of Israel. For the Philistines had been cautious, lest perhaps the Hebrews might make swords or spears.
ERV
Now there was no smith found throughout all the land of Israel: for the Philistines said, Lest the Hebrews make them swords or spears:
NHEB
Now there was no smith found throughout all the land of Israel; for the Philistines had said, "Lest the Hebrews make them swords or spears."
SMT
And an artificer will not be found in all the land of Israel: (for the rovers said, Lest the Hebrews shall make a sword or spear:)

Commentary for 1 Samuel 13:19

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Overview of 1 Samuel 13:19
Summary
Philistines prevent Israeli metallurgical capability
Place
Israel
Event
Philistines control metalworking
Estimated Time Period
c. 1050 BC
Category
Narrative