1 Samuel 27:12

And Achish believed David, saying, He hath made his people Israel utterly to abhor him; therefore he shall be my servant for ever.

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Other Translations for 1 Samuel 27:12

BSB

So Achish trusted David, thinking, "Since he has made himself an utter stench to his people Israel, he will be my servant forever."

AKJV

And Achish believed David, saying, He has made his people Israel utterly to abhor him; therefore he shall be my servant for ever.

CPDV

Therefore, Achish trusted David, saying: "He has worked much harm against his people Israel. And so, he will be a servant to me forever."

ERV

And Achish believed David, saying, He hath made his people Israel utterly to abhor him; therefore he shall be my servant for ever.

NHEB

Achish believed David, saying, "He has made his people Israel utterly to abhor him. Therefore he shall be my servant forever."

SMT

And Achish will believe in David, saying, Becoming loathsome, he became loathsome with his people, with Israel; and he shall be to me for servant forever.

Word Study (Strong’s) for 1 Samuel 27:12

AndAchishH397Proper Name Masculine believedH539Verb DavidH1732Proper Name Masculine sayingH559VerbHehathmadehispeopleH5971Noun Masculine IsraelH3478Proper Name Masculine utterlyH887VerbtoabhorH887VerbhimthereforeheshallbemyservantH5650Noun MasculineforeverH5769Noun Masculine

Commentary for 1 Samuel 27:12

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of 1 Samuel 27:12

Summary

Ruler believes David has become loyal subject

Place

Gath

Event

Achish trusts David as loyal servant

Estimated Time Period

c. 1000 BC