But if they say thus, Come up unto us; then we will go up: for the LORD hath delivered them into our hand: and this shall be a sign unto us.
But if they say, 'Come up to us,' then we will go up, because the LORD has given them into our power. This will be our sign from God.
Jonathan is telling his armor-bearer that if the Philistines invite them to come up, it will be God's sign that He has given them victory.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of the story where Jonathan, King Saul's son, and his armor-bearer secretly approach a Philistine outpost during Israel's war with the Philistines. Jonathan is asking God for a sign to know whether to attack, showing the common ancient practice of seeking divine guidance before battle. The Philistines controlled much of Israel at this time and had superior weapons and military technology.
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