1 Samuel 17:21 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

For Israel and the Philistines had put the battle in array, army against army.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

The Israelites and the Philistines had lined up their armies facing each other, ready for battle.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse describes two armies positioned and ready to fight against each other.

📚 Historical Context

In the biblical account of 1 Samuel 17, the Israelites under King Saul were facing the Philistine army in the Valley of Elah during a period of ongoing wars between these two nations. The Philistines were a persistent enemy of Israel, often challenging them for control of the land. This verse describes the armies positioning themselves for battle, highlighting the tension that led to the iconic story of David and Goliath.

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