Now the Philistines fought against Israel; and the men of Israel fled from before the Philistines, and fell down slain in mount Gilboa.
The Philistines went to war against Israel, and the Israelite soldiers ran away from the Philistines and were killed on Mount Gilboa.
This verse describes a devastating military defeat where Israel's army was routed by the Philistines and many soldiers died on Mount Gilboa.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is from the Books of Chronicles, written after the Babylonian exile to preserve Israel's history and encourage faithfulness among the returned exiles. It recounts a specific battle in which the Philistines, a persistent enemy of Israel known for their military prowess, clashed with King Saul's forces, resulting in a devastating defeat for the Israelites on Mount Gilboa. This event is part of the broader narrative of Saul's downfall due to his disobedience to God, as detailed in earlier books like 1 Samuel.
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