1 Samuel 17:11 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

When Saul and all Israel heard those words of the Philistine, they were dismayed, and greatly afraid.

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✦ 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

In the biblical narrative of 1 Samuel 17, the Israelites under King Saul were engaged in a standoff with the Philistine army, a recurring enemy in ancient Israel's history. Goliath, a massive Philistine warrior, had been issuing daily challenges to the Israelites, mocking their God and demanding a champion to fight him. This verse highlights the widespread fear and demoralization that swept through Saul's forces, underscoring the human vulnerability in the face of such intimidation.

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