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and likewise all the men that <i>were</i> with him:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/2_samuel/1.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Therefore David took hold of his own clothes and tore them, and <i>so did</i> all the men who <i>were</i> with him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/2_samuel/1.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then David took hold of his clothes and tore them, and <i>so</i> also <i>did</i> all the men who <i>were</i> with him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/2_samuel/1.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Then David took hold of his clothes and tore them, and so also did all the men who were with him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/2_samuel/1.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Then David took hold of his clothes and tore them, and <i>so</i> also <i>did</i> all the men who <i>were</i> with him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/2_samuel/1.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Then David took hold of his clothes and tore them, and <i>so</i> also <i>did</i> all the men who <i>were</i> with him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/2_samuel/1.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Then David grasped his own clothes and tore them [in mourning]; so did all the men who were with him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/2_samuel/1.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then David took hold of his clothes and tore them, and all the men with him did the same.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/2_samuel/1.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then David took hold of his clothes and tore them, and all the men with him did the same. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/2_samuel/1.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Then David took hold on his clothes, and rent them; and likewise all the men that were with him:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/2_samuel/1.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />At once, David and his soldiers tore their clothes in sorrow. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/2_samuel/1.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Then David took hold on his clothes, and rent them; and likewise all the men that were with him:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/2_samuel/1.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Then David grabbed his own clothes and tore them in grief. All the men with him did the same.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/2_samuel/1.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />David tore his clothes in sorrow, and all his men did the same. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/2_samuel/1.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />On hearing this, David grabbed his clothes and tore them, as did all the men who were attending to him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/2_samuel/1.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then David took hold of his own clothes and tore them, and all the men who were with him did the same.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/2_samuel/1.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />David then grabbed his own clothes and tore them, as did all the men who were with him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/2_samuel/1.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Then David grabbed his clothes and tore them, and all the men with him did the same.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/2_samuel/1.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Then David took hold on his clothes, and rent them; and likewise all the men that were with him:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/2_samuel/1.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Then David took hold on his clothes and tore them; and all the men who were with him did likewise. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/2_samuel/1.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And David takes hold on his garments, and tears them, and also all the men who [are] with him,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/2_samuel/1.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And David taketh hold on his garments, and rendeth them, and also all the men who are with him,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/2_samuel/1.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And David will take hold upon his garments and will rend them; and also all the men which are with him.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/2_samuel/1.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Then David took hold of his garments and rent them, and likewise all the men that were with him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/2_samuel/1.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Then David, taking hold of his garments, tore them, with all the men who were with him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/2_samuel/1.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />David seized his garments and tore them, and so did all the men who were with him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/2_samuel/1.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Then David took hold of his clothes and tore them; and all the men who were with him did the same.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/2_samuel/1.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Then David took hold of his clothes and tore them; and likewise all the men who were with him;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/2_samuel/1.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And David grasped on his garments and he ripped them, also all the men who were with him<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/2_samuel/1.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Then David took hold on his clothes, and rent them; and likewise all the men that were with him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/2_samuel/1.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And David laid hold of his garments, and rent them; and all the men who were with him rent their garments.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/2_samuel/1-11.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/_0ajZHUzMKw?start=93" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/2_samuel/1.htm">David Learns of Saul's Death</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">10</span>So I stood over him and killed him, because I knew that after he had fallen he could not survive. And I took the crown that was on his head and the band that was on his arm, and I have brought them here to my lord.” <span class="reftext">11</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1732.htm" title="1732: dā·wiḏ (N-proper-ms) -- Perhaps beloved one, a son of Jesse. Rarely; Daviyd; from the same as dowd; loving; David, the youngest son of Jesse.">Then David</a> <a href="/hebrew/2388.htm" title="2388: way·ya·ḥă·zêq (Conj-w:: V-Hifil-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- A primitive root; to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong, obstinate; to bind, restrain, conquer.">took hold</a> <a href="/hebrew/899.htm" title="899: biḇ·ḡå̄·ḏō (Prep-b:: N-mpc:: 3ms) -- A covering, clothing, treachery, pillage. From bagad; a covering, i.e. Clothing; also treachery or pillage.">of his own clothes</a> <a href="/hebrew/7167.htm" title="7167: way·yiq·rā·‘êm (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms:: 3mp) -- To tear. A primitive root; to rend, literally or figuratively.">and tore them,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: kāl- (N-msc) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">and all</a> <a href="/hebrew/582.htm" title="582: hā·’ă·nā·šîm (Art:: N-mp) -- Man, mankind. From 'anash; properly, a mortal; hence, a man in general.">the men</a> <a href="/hebrew/834.htm" title="834: ’ă·šer (Pro-r) -- Who, which, that. A primitive relative pronoun; who, which, what, that; also when, where, how, because, in order that, etc.">who were</a> <a href="/hebrew/854.htm" title="854: ’it·tōw (Prep:: 3ms) -- With (denoting proximity). Probably from 'anah; properly, nearness, near; hence, generally, with, by, at, among, etc.">with him</a> <a href="/hebrew/1571.htm" title="1571: wə·ḡam (Conj) -- Also, moreover, yea. ">did the same.</a> </span><span class="reftext">12</span>They mourned and wept and fasted until evening for Saul and his son Jonathan, and for the people of the LORD and the house of Israel, because they had fallen by the sword.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/37-29.htm">Genesis 37:29-34</a></span><br />When Reuben returned to the pit and saw that Joseph was not there, he tore his clothes, / returned to his brothers, and said, “The boy is gone! What am I going to do?” / Then they took Joseph’s robe, slaughtered a young goat, and dipped the robe in its blood. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/joshua/7-6.htm">Joshua 7:6</a></span><br />Then Joshua tore his clothes and fell facedown before the ark of the LORD until evening, as did the elders of Israel; and they all sprinkled dust on their heads.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/4-12.htm">1 Samuel 4:12</a></span><br />That same day a Benjamite ran from the battle line all the way to Shiloh, with his clothes torn and dirt on his head.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/4-17.htm">1 Samuel 4:17-18</a></span><br />The messenger answered, “Israel has fled before the Philistines, and there has been a great slaughter among the people. Your two sons, Hophni and Phinehas, are both dead, and the ark of God has been captured.” / As soon as the ark of God was mentioned, Eli fell backward from his chair by the city gate, and being old and heavy, he broke his neck and died. And Eli had judged Israel forty years.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/4-20.htm">1 Samuel 4:20-22</a></span><br />As she was dying, the women attending to her said, “Do not be afraid, for you have given birth to a son!” But she did not respond or pay any heed. / And she named the boy Ichabod, saying, “The glory has departed from Israel,” because the ark of God had been captured and her father-in-law and her husband had been killed. / “The glory has departed from Israel,” she said, “for the ark of God has been captured.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/31-4.htm">1 Samuel 31:4-5</a></span><br />Then Saul said to his armor-bearer, “Draw your sword and run me through with it, or these uncircumcised men will come and run me through and torture me!” But his armor-bearer was terrified and refused to do it. So Saul took his own sword and fell on it. / When his armor-bearer saw that Saul was dead, he too fell on his own sword and died with him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/3-31.htm">2 Samuel 3:31</a></span><br />Then David ordered Joab and all the people with him, “Tear your clothes, put on sackcloth, and mourn before Abner.” And King David himself walked behind the funeral bier.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/13-19.htm">2 Samuel 13:19</a></span><br />And Tamar put ashes on her head and tore her robe. And putting her hand on her head, she went away crying aloud.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/19-1.htm">2 Kings 19:1</a></span><br />On hearing this report, King Hezekiah tore his clothes, put on sackcloth, and entered the house of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/esther/4-1.htm">Esther 4:1</a></span><br />When Mordecai learned of all that had happened, he tore his clothes, put on sackcloth and ashes, and went out into the middle of the city, wailing loudly and bitterly.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/1-20.htm">Job 1:20</a></span><br />Then Job stood up, tore his robe, and shaved his head. He fell to the ground and worshiped,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/37-1.htm">Isaiah 37:1</a></span><br />On hearing this report, King Hezekiah tore his clothes, put on sackcloth, and entered the house of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/41-5.htm">Jeremiah 41:5</a></span><br />eighty men who had shaved off their beards, torn their garments, and cut themselves came from Shechem, Shiloh, and Samaria, carrying grain offerings and frankincense for the house of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/27-30.htm">Ezekiel 27:30-31</a></span><br />They will raise their voices for you and cry out bitterly. They will throw dust on their heads and roll in ashes. / They will shave their heads for you and wrap themselves in sackcloth. They will weep over you with anguish of soul and bitter mourning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/26-65.htm">Matthew 26:65</a></span><br />At this, the high priest tore his clothes and declared, “He has blasphemed! Why do we need any more witnesses? Look, now you have heard the blasphemy.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Then David took hold on his clothes, and rent them; and likewise all the men that were with him:</p><p class="hdg">rent</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_samuel/3-31.htm">2 Samuel 3:31</a></b></br> And David said to Joab, and to all the people that <i>were</i> with him, Rend your clothes, and gird you with sackcloth, and mourn before Abner. And king David <i>himself</i> followed the bier.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_samuel/13-31.htm">2 Samuel 13:31</a></b></br> Then the king arose, and tare his garments, and lay on the earth; and all his servants stood by with their clothes rent.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/37-29.htm">Genesis 37:29,34</a></b></br> And Reuben returned unto the pit; and, behold, Joseph <i>was</i> not in the pit; and he rent his clothes… </p><p class="hdg">likewise</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/romans/12-15.htm">Romans 12:15</a></b></br> Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_samuel/22-2.htm">Bitter</a> <a href="/2_samuel/1-2.htm">Clothes</a> <a href="/2_samuel/1-5.htm">David</a> <a href="/1_samuel/27-9.htm">Garments</a> <a href="/1_samuel/25-31.htm">Grief</a> <a href="/2_samuel/1-9.htm">Hold</a> <a href="/1_samuel/31-5.htm">Likewise</a> <a href="/1_samuel/28-17.htm">Rendeth</a> <a href="/2_samuel/1-2.htm">Rent</a> <a href="/1_samuel/15-27.htm">Tore</a> <a href="/1_samuel/30-2.htm">Way</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/2_samuel/2-26.htm">Bitter</a> <a href="/2_samuel/3-31.htm">Clothes</a> <a href="/2_samuel/1-13.htm">David</a> <a href="/2_samuel/1-24.htm">Garments</a> <a href="/2_samuel/1-17.htm">Grief</a> <a href="/2_samuel/2-14.htm">Hold</a> <a href="/2_samuel/10-14.htm">Likewise</a> <a href="/2_samuel/13-31.htm">Rendeth</a> <a href="/2_samuel/13-19.htm">Rent</a> <a href="/2_samuel/13-19.htm">Tore</a> <a href="/2_samuel/2-24.htm">Way</a><div class="vheading2">2 Samuel 1</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/1-1.htm">The Amalekite who accused himself of Saul's death is slain</a></span><br><span class="reftext">17. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/1-17.htm">David laments Saul and Jonathan with a song</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/2_samuel/1.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/2_samuel/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/2_samuel/1.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Then David took hold of his own clothes and tore them</b><br>In ancient Israel, tearing one's clothes was a common expression of intense grief, mourning, or distress. This act symbolized the rending of the heart and was a physical manifestation of inner turmoil. David's reaction here is significant as it reflects his deep sorrow over the death of Saul and Jonathan, despite Saul's pursuit of him. This act of mourning aligns with other biblical instances, such as Jacob tearing his clothes upon hearing of Joseph's supposed death (<a href="/genesis/37-34.htm">Genesis 37:34</a>). It also demonstrates David's respect for Saul as the Lord's anointed, despite their troubled relationship.<p><b>and all the men who were with him did the same</b><br>David's men, likely his loyal followers and warriors, joined him in this act of mourning, indicating their shared grief and loyalty to David. This collective mourning underscores the communal aspect of grief in ancient cultures, where the leader's emotions and actions often set the tone for the group. It also highlights the respect and allegiance these men had for David, as they mirrored his actions. This unity in mourning can be seen as a precursor to the unity David would later bring to the tribes of Israel as king. The communal tearing of clothes also reflects the broader cultural practices of the time, where mourning was a public and shared experience.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/d/david.htm">David</a></b><br>The anointed king of Israel, known for his deep relationship with God and his role as a central figure in the history of Israel. At this point, he is mourning the death of Saul and Jonathan.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/s/saul.htm">Saul</a></b><br>The first king of Israel, whose death is the catalyst for the events in this passage. His complex relationship with David is marked by both conflict and respect.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/j/jonathan.htm">Jonathan</a></b><br>Saul's son and David's close friend, whose death alongside his father deeply affects David.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_men_with_david.htm">The Men with David</a></b><br>These are David's loyal followers, who share in his grief and demonstrate solidarity by tearing their clothes as well.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/z/ziklag.htm">Ziklag</a></b><br>The place where David received the news of Saul and Jonathan's death. It serves as a backdrop for David's reaction and mourning.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_expression_of_grief.htm">The Expression of Grief</a></b><br>David's tearing of his clothes is a cultural expression of deep sorrow. It reminds us that expressing grief is a natural and necessary part of the healing process.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/leadership_in_mourning.htm">Leadership in Mourning</a></b><br>As a leader, David sets an example for his men by openly mourning. This teaches us the importance of authenticity and vulnerability in leadership.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/solidarity_in_sorrow.htm">Solidarity in Sorrow</a></b><br>The men with David also tear their clothes, showing unity in grief. This illustrates the importance of community support during times of loss.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/respect_for_the_fallen.htm">Respect for the Fallen</a></b><br>Despite Saul's pursuit of David, David's mourning shows respect for Saul as God's anointed. This teaches us to honor others, even those with whom we have had conflicts.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_lament_in_faith.htm">The Role of Lament in Faith</a></b><br>Lament is a significant aspect of biblical faith, allowing believers to bring their sorrows before God. David's lamentation encourages us to engage in honest communication with God during difficult times.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_2_samuel_1.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 2 Samuel 1</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_were_the_mighty_men_of_david.htm">Who were the mighty men of David?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_mourning.htm">What guidance does the Bible offer on mourning?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_king_david_deceive_and_kill.htm">Why does King David, described elsewhere as righteous (1 Kings 15:5), resort to deceit and murder in 2 Samuel 11:14-17?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_made_david_count_israel's_troops.htm">Who incited David to count the fighting men of Israel? God did (2 Samuel 24: 1) Satan did (I Chronicles 2 1:1)</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/2_samuel/1-11.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Then David</span><br /><span class="heb">דָּוִ֛ד</span> <span class="translit">(dā·wiḏ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1732.htm">Strong's 1732: </a> </span><span class="str2">David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse</span><br /><br /><span class="word">took hold</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיַּחֲזֵ֥ק</span> <span class="translit">(way·ya·ḥă·zêq)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2388.htm">Strong's 2388: </a> </span><span class="str2">To fasten upon, to seize, be strong, obstinate, to bind, restrain, conquer</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of his clothes</span><br /><span class="heb">בִּבְגָדָ֖יו</span> <span class="translit">(biḇ·ḡā·ḏāw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_899.htm">Strong's 899: </a> </span><span class="str2">A covering, clothing, treachery, pillage</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and tore them,</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיִּקְרָעֵ֑ם</span> <span class="translit">(way·yiq·rā·‘êm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular | third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7167.htm">Strong's 7167: </a> </span><span class="str2">To rend</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and all</span><br /><span class="heb">כָּל־</span> <span class="translit">(kāl-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3605.htm">Strong's 3605: </a> </span><span class="str2">The whole, all, any, every</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the men</span><br /><span class="heb">הָאֲנָשִׁ֖ים</span> <span class="translit">(hā·’ă·nā·šîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_376.htm">Strong's 376: </a> </span><span class="str2">A man as an individual, a male person</span><br /><br /><span class="word">who [were]</span><br /><span class="heb">אֲשֶׁ֥ר</span> <span class="translit">(’ă·šer)</span><br /><span class="parse">Pronoun - relative<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_834.htm">Strong's 834: </a> </span><span class="str2">Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that</span><br /><br /><span class="word">with him</span><br /><span class="heb">אִתּֽוֹ׃</span> <span class="translit">(’it·tōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_854.htm">Strong's 854: </a> </span><span class="str2">Nearness, near, with, by, at, among</span><br /><br /><span class="word">did the same.</span><br /><span class="heb">וְגַ֥ם</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ḡam)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1571.htm">Strong's 1571: </a> </span><span class="str2">Assemblage, also, even, yea, though, both, and</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/2_samuel/1-11.htm">2 Samuel 1:11 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/2_samuel/1-11.htm">2 Samuel 1:11 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/2_samuel/1-11.htm">2 Samuel 1:11 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/2_samuel/1-11.htm">2 Samuel 1:11 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/2_samuel/1-11.htm">2 Samuel 1:11 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/2_samuel/1-11.htm">2 Samuel 1:11 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/2_samuel/1-11.htm">2 Samuel 1:11 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/2_samuel/1-11.htm">2 Samuel 1:11 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/2_samuel/1-11.htm">2 Samuel 1:11 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/2_samuel/1-11.htm">2 Samuel 1:11 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/2_samuel/1-11.htm">OT History: 2 Samuel 1:11 Then David took hold on his clothes (2Sa iiSam 2 Sam ii sam) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/2_samuel/1-10.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="2 Samuel 1:10"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="2 Samuel 1:10" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/2_samuel/1-12.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="2 Samuel 1:12"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="2 Samuel 1:12" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>