Moreover the Philistines had yet war again with Israel; and David went down, and his servants with him, and fought against the Philistines: and David waxed faint.
The Philistines went to war with Israel again. David and his men went down to fight against the Philistines, but David became weak and exhausted.
This verse shows that even the great warrior king David had moments of physical weakness and exhaustion in battle.
📚 Historical Context
During King David's reign over Israel, the Philistines were a recurring enemy who frequently engaged in wars, as they had been a threat since earlier in David's life, including his famous battle with Goliath. This verse is set in the later years of David's rule, as described in 2 Samuel, where he personally leads his troops into another conflict despite his advancing age. It highlights the ongoing struggles between Israel and the Philistines, showing how even a great leader like David began to feel the physical toll of constant warfare.
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