And to them which were in Hormah, and to them which were in Chorashan, and to them which were in Athach,
And to those who were in Hormah, and to those who were in Chorashan, and to those who were in Athach,
This verse continues listing the towns where David sent portions of the recovered treasure to show gratitude and build relationships with his supporters.
📚 Historical Context
In 1 Samuel 30, David and his men return to Ziklag after a battle and discover that the Amalekites have raided their homes, taking their families captive. David seeks God's guidance, leads a successful pursuit to recover everything, and then distributes the spoils to various allies and cities as a way to show gratitude and build loyalty. This verse lists specific places like Hormah, Chorashan, and Athach, highlighting David's strategic efforts to strengthen relationships in the region during his time as a fugitive from King Saul.
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