1 Samuel 25:6

And thus shall ye say to him that liveth in prosperity, Peace be both to thee, and peace be to thine house, and peace be unto all that thou hast.

King James Version

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Other Translations for 1 Samuel 25:6

BSB

and say to him, 'Long life to you, and peace to you and your house and to all that belongs to you.

AKJV

And thus shall you say to him that lives in prosperity, Peace be both to you, and peace be to your house, and peace be to all that you have.

CPDV

And you shall say: 'Peace be to my brothers and to you, and peace to your house, and peace to whatever you have.

ERV

and thus shall ye say to him that liveth in prosperity, Peace be both unto thee, and peace be to thine house, and peace be unto all that thou hast.

NHEB

Thus you are to say to my brother, 'Peace be to you, and peace be to your house, and peace be to all that you have.

SMT

And say thus to him living, And peace with thee, and to thy house peace, and all which is to thee, peace.

Word Study (Strong’s) for 1 Samuel 25:6

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Commentary for 1 Samuel 25:6

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Overview of 1 Samuel 25:6

Summary

David's men offer ceremonial peaceful greetings

Place

Carmel

Event

Messengers greet Nabal peacefully

Estimated Time Period

c. 1000 BC