And he had an helmet of brass upon his head, and he was armed with a coat of mail; and the weight of the coat was five thousand shekels of brass.
He wore a bronze helmet on his head and was dressed in a coat of armor made of bronze scales. The armor alone weighed five thousand shekels of bronze.
This verse describes how heavily armored and intimidating the giant Goliath was, emphasizing his massive size and military strength.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of 1 Samuel, this verse describes Goliath, the Philistine giant who was challenging the armies of Israel during a battle in the valley of Elah. It highlights the heavy brass armor he wore, which was common in ancient Near Eastern warfare and symbolized the technological and physical superiority that the Philistines often relied on against the Israelites. This detail builds tension in the story, foreshadowing the unexpected victory of the young David through faith rather than military might.
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