1 Samuel 18:16

But all Israel and Judah loved David, because he went out and came in before them.

King James Version

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Other Translations for 1 Samuel 18:16

BSB

But all Israel and Judah loved David, because he was leading them out to battle and back.

AKJV

But all Israel and Judah loved David, because he went out and came in before them.

CPDV

But all of Israel and Judah loved David. For he entered and departed before them.

ERV

But all Israel and Judah loved David; for he went out and came in before them.

NHEB

But all Israel and Judah loved David; for he went out and came in before them.

SMT

And all Israel and Judah loved David, for he will go out and come in before them.

Word Study (Strong’s) for 1 Samuel 18:16

ButallIsraelH3478Proper Name MasculineandJudahH3063Proper Name Masculine lovedH157Verb DavidH1732Proper Name MasculinebecausehewentoutH3318VerbandcameinH935Verb beforeH6440Noun Masculinethem

Commentary for 1 Samuel 18:16

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Overview of 1 Samuel 18:16

Summary

National populace demonstrates affection toward military leader

Place

Israel

Event

Nation expresses love for David

Estimated Time Period

c. 1000 BC