He arose, and smote the Philistines until his hand was weary, and his hand clave unto the sword: and the LORD wrought a great victory that day; and the people returned after him only to spoil.
He got up and fought the Philistines until his hand grew tired, and his hand stuck to his sword from gripping it so tightly. The LORD gave them a great victory that day, and the people came back only to collect the spoils of war.
This verse describes how one of David's mighty warriors fought so fiercely against Israel's enemies that his hand cramped around his sword, and God gave them complete victory.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is from the account of King David's mighty warriors in 2 Samuel, which highlights the heroic deeds of his loyal soldiers during Israel's battles with the Philistines around 1000 BC. It specifically describes Eleazar, one of David's men, who stood his ground and fought fiercely against the enemy even after the rest of the Israelite army had retreated. Through his endurance and divine intervention, a great victory was achieved, emphasizing God's role in the outcome of human efforts.
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