KJV ORIGINAL
When Saul and all Israel heard those words of the Philistine, they were dismayed, and greatly afraid.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
When Saul and all the Israelites heard what the Philistine said, they were deeply troubled and very afraid.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is showing us that even King Saul and his entire army were terrified by Goliath's threatening words and challenge.
📚 Historical Context
This takes place during the famous confrontation between the Israelites and Philistines in the Valley of Elah. The giant warrior Goliath had been taunting and challenging the Israelite army for forty days, demanding someone fight him in single combat. The Philistines were longtime enemies of Israel, and this was a common way to settle battles without massive bloodshed - through champion-versus-champion combat.
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