KJV ORIGINAL
Now when Tou king of Hamath heard how David had smitten all the host of Hadarezer king of Zobah;
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
When Tou, the king of Hamath, heard that David had defeated the entire army of Hadarezer, king of Zobah,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes how news of David's military victory over King Hadarezer spread to neighboring kingdoms.
📚 Historical Context
This occurred during David's expansion of Israel's borders, when he was conquering various Aramean kingdoms in the region north of Israel. Hamath was a significant city-state in what is now modern-day Syria, and its king Tou would have been concerned about David's growing military power in the region.
Explore Similar Verses
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.
Share or Save