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Wherever he turned, he inflicted punishment on them. <a href="/nlt/1_samuel/14.htm">New Living Translation</a> Now when Saul had secured his grasp on Israel’s throne, he fought against his enemies in every direction—against Moab, Ammon, Edom, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines. And wherever he turned, he was victorious. <a href="/esv/1_samuel/14.htm">English Standard Version</a> When Saul had taken the kingship over Israel, he fought against all his enemies on every side, against Moab, against the Ammonites, against Edom, against the kings of Zobah, and against the Philistines. Wherever he turned he routed them. <a href="/bsb/1_samuel/14.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> After Saul had assumed the kingship over Israel, he fought against all his enemies on every side—the Moabites, the Ammonites, the Edomites, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines. Wherever he turned, he routed them. <a href="/kjv/1_samuel/14.htm">King James Bible</a> So Saul took the kingdom over Israel, and fought against all his enemies on every side, against Moab, and against the children of Ammon, and against Edom, and against the kings of Zobah, and against the Philistines: and whithersoever he turned himself, he vexed them. <a href="/nkjv/1_samuel/14.htm">New King James Version</a> So Saul established his sovereignty over Israel, and fought against all his enemies on every side, against Moab, against the people of Ammon, against Edom, against the kings of Zobah, and against the Philistines. Wherever he turned, he harassed them. <a href="/nasb_/1_samuel/14.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Now when Saul had taken control of the kingdom over Israel, he fought against all his enemies on every side, against Moab, the sons of Ammon, Edom, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines; and wherever he turned, he inflicted punishment. <a href="/nasb/1_samuel/14.htm">NASB 1995</a> Now when Saul had taken the kingdom over Israel, he fought against all his enemies on every side, against Moab, the sons of Ammon, Edom, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines; and wherever he turned, he inflicted punishment. <a href="/nasb77/1_samuel/14.htm">NASB 1977 </a> Now when Saul had taken the kingdom over Israel, he fought against all his enemies on every side, against Moab, the sons of Ammon, Edom, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines; and wherever he turned, he inflicted punishment. <a href="/lsb/1_samuel/14.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Now Saul had taken the kingdom over Israel, and he fought against all his enemies on every side, against Moab, the sons of Ammon, Edom, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines; and wherever he turned, he inflicted punishment. <a href="/amp/1_samuel/14.htm">Amplified Bible</a> When Saul assumed control of the kingdom of Israel, he fought against all his enemies on every side: Moab, the sons (descendants) of Ammon, Edom, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines. Wherever he turned, he inflicted punishment. <a href="/csb/1_samuel/14.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> When Saul assumed the kingship over Israel, he fought against all his enemies in every direction: against Moab, the Ammonites, Edom, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines. Wherever he turned, he caused havoc. <a href="/hcsb/1_samuel/14.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> When Saul assumed the kingship over Israel, he fought against all his enemies in every direction: against Moab, the Ammonites, Edom, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines. Wherever he turned, he caused havoc. <a href="/asv/1_samuel/14.htm">American Standard Version</a> Now when Saul had taken the kingdom over Israel, he fought against all his enemies on every side, against Moab, and against the children of Ammon, and against Edom, and against the kings of Zobah, and against the Philistines: and whithersoever he turned himself, he put them to the worse. <a href="/erv/1_samuel/14.htm">English Revised Version</a> Now when Saul had taken the kingdom over Israel, he fought against all his enemies on every side, against Moab, and against the children of Ammon, and against Edom, and against the kings of Zobah, and against the Philistines: and whithersoever he turned himself, he vexed them. <a href="/gwt/1_samuel/14.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> When Saul had taken over the kingdom of Israel, he fought against his enemies on every side-against Moab, the Ammonites, Edom, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines. Wherever he turned, he was victorious. <a href="/gnt/1_samuel/14.htm">Good News Translation</a> After Saul became king of Israel, he fought all his enemies everywhere: the people of Moab, of Ammon, and of Edom, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines. Wherever he fought he was victorious. <a href="/isv/1_samuel/14.htm">International Standard Version</a> When Saul became king over Israel, he fought against all his enemies on every side—against Moab, the Ammonites, Edom, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines. Everywhere he turned he was victorious. <a href="/msb/1_samuel/14.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> After Saul had assumed the kingship over Israel, he fought against all his enemies on every side?the Moabites, the Ammonites, the Edomites, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines. Wherever he turned, he routed them. <a href="/net/1_samuel/14.htm">NET Bible</a> After Saul had secured his royal position over Israel, he fought against all their enemies on all sides--the Moabites, Ammonites, Edomites, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines. In every direction that he turned he was victorious. <a href="/nheb/1_samuel/14.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Now when Saul had taken the kingdom over Israel, he fought against all his enemies on every side, against Moab, and against the people of Ammon, and against Edom, and against Beth Rehob, and against the king of Zobah, and against the Philistines; and wherever he turned, he was victorious. <a href="/wbt/1_samuel/14.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> So Saul took the kingdom over Israel, and fought against all his enemies on every side, against Moab, and against the children of Ammon, and against Edom, and against the kings of Zobah, and against the Philistines: and whithersoever he turned himself, he harassed them. <a href="/web/1_samuel/14.htm">World English Bible</a> Now when Saul had taken the kingdom over Israel, he fought against all his enemies on every side: against Moab, and against the children of Ammon, and against Edom, and against the kings of Zobah, and against the Philistines. Wherever he turned himself, he defeated them. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/1_samuel/14.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and Saul captured the kingdom over Israel, and he fights all around against all his enemies, against Moab, and against the sons of Ammon, and against Edom, and against the kings of Zobah, and against the Philistines, and wherever he turns he distresses [them]. <a href="/ylt/1_samuel/14.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and Saul captured the kingdom over Israel, and he fighteth round about against all his enemies, against Moab, and against the Bene-Ammon, and against Edom, and against the kings of Zobah, and against the Philistines, and whithersoever he turneth he doth vex them. <a href="/slt/1_samuel/14.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And Saul took the kingdom over Israel, and he will fight round about against all his enemies, against Moab and against the sons of Ammon, and against Edom, and against the kings of Zobah, and against the rovers: and in all which he will turn he will disturb.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/1_samuel/14.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And Saul having his kingdom established over Israel, fought against all his enemies round about, against Moab, and against the children of Ammon, and Edom, and the kings of Soba, and the Philistines; and whithersoever he turned himself, he overcame. <a href="/cpdv/1_samuel/14.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And Saul, his kingdom having been confirmed over Israel, was fighting against all his enemies on all sides: against Moab, and the sons of Ammon, and Edom, and the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines. And wherever he turned himself, he was successful. <a href="/nabre/1_samuel/14.htm">New American Bible</a> After taking possession of the kingship over Israel, Saul waged war on its enemies all around—Moab, the Ammonites, Edom, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines. Wherever he turned, he was successful <a href="/nrsvce/1_samuel/14.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> When Saul had taken the kingship over Israel, he fought against all his enemies on every side—against Moab, against the Ammonites, against Edom, against the kings of Zobah, and against the Philistines; wherever he turned he routed them.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/1_samuel/14.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And Saul took the kingship over Israel, and he fought against all his enemies on every side, against Moab and against the children of Ammon and against Edom and against the kingdom of Zobah and against the Philistines; and wherever he turned he was victorious. <a href="/hpbt/1_samuel/14.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a> And Shaul seized the Kingdom of Israel and he fought in his surroundings and with all his enemies, with Moab and among the sons of Amon, and with Edom and with the kingdom of Tsuba, and with the Philistines, and wherever he turned he was conquering<div class="vheading2">OT Translations</div><a href="/jps/1_samuel/14.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a> So Saul took the kingdom over Israel, and fought against all his enemies on every side, against Moab, and against the children of Ammon, and against Edom, and against the kings of Zobah, and against the Philistines; and whithersoever he turned himself, he put them to the worse. <a href="/sep/1_samuel/14.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a> And Saul received the kingdom, by lot he inherits the office of ruling over Israel: and he fought against all his enemies round about, against Moab, and against the children of Ammon, and against the children of Edom, and against Baethaeor, and against the king of Suba, and against the Philistines: whithersoever he turned, he was victorious. <a href="/parallel/1_samuel/14-47.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/H8oQfYUMRZg?start=3926" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/1_samuel/14.htm">Saul's Victories</a> 47<a href="/hebrew/7586.htm" title="7586: wə·šā·’ūl (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- Passive participle of sha'al; asked; Shaul, the name of an Edomite and two Israelites.">After Saul</a> <a href="/hebrew/3920.htm" title="3920: lā·ḵaḏ (V-Qal-Perf-3ms) -- To capture, seize, take. A primitive root; to catch; generally, to capture or occupy; also to choose; figuratively, to cohere.">had assumed</a> <a href="/hebrew/4410.htm" title="4410: ham·mə·lū·ḵāh (Art:: N-fs) -- Kingship, royalty. Feminine passive participle of malak; something ruled, i.e. A realm.">the kingship</a> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: ‘al- (Prep) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications.">over</a> <a href="/hebrew/3478.htm" title="3478: yiś·rā·’êl (N-proper-ms) -- From sarah and 'el; he will rule as God; Jisrael, a symbolical name of Jacob; also of his posterity.">Israel,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3898.htm" title="3898: way·yil·lā·ḥem (Conj-w:: V-Nifal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To feed on, to consume, to battle. A primitive root; to feed on; figuratively, to consume; by implication, to battle.">he fought</a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: bə·ḵāl (Prep-b:: N-msc) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">against all</a> <a href="/hebrew/341.htm" title="341: ’ō·yə·ḇāw (V-Qal-Prtcpl-mpc:: 3ms) -- Hating, an adversary. Or owyeb; active participle of 'ayab; hating; an adversary.">his enemies</a> <a href="/hebrew/5439.htm" title="5439: sā·ḇîḇ (Adv) -- Circuit, round about. Or cbiybah; from cabab; a circle, neighbour, or environs; but chiefly around.">on every side—</a> <a href="/hebrew/4124.htm" title="4124: bə·mō·w·’āḇ (Prep-b:: N-proper-fs) -- A son of Lot, also his desc. and the territory where they settled. ">the Moabites,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ū·ḇiḇ·nê- (Conj-w, Prep-b:: N-mpc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">the Ammonites,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5983.htm" title="5983: ‘am·mō·wn (N-proper-ms) -- A people living E. of the Jordan. From am; tribal, i.e. Inbred; Ammon, a son of Lot; also his posterity and their country."></a> <a href="/hebrew/123.htm" title="123: ū·ḇe·’ĕ·ḏō·wm (Conj-w, Prep-b:: N-proper-ms) -- The name of a condiment. Or oedowm; from 'adom; red; Edom, the elder twin-brother of Jacob; hence the region occupied by him.">the Edomites,</a> <a href="/hebrew/4428.htm" title="4428: ū·ḇə·mal·ḵê (Conj-w, Prep-b:: N-mpc) -- King. From malak; a king.">the kings</a> <a href="/hebrew/6678.htm" title="6678: ṣō·w·ḇāh (N-proper-fs) -- Or Tsowbah; or Tsobah; from an unused root meaning to station; a station; Zoba or Zobah, a region of Syria.">of Zobah,</a> <a href="/hebrew/6430.htm" title="6430: ū·ḇap·pə·liš·tîm (Conj-w, Prep-b, Art:: N-proper-mp) -- Inhab. of Philistia. Patrial from Plesheth; a Pelishtite or inhabitant of Pelesheth.">and the Philistines.</a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: ū·ḇə·ḵōl (Conj-w, Prep-b:: N-ms) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">Wherever</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."></a> <a href="/hebrew/6437.htm" title="6437: yip̄·neh (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- To turn. A primitive root; to turn; by implication, to face, i.e. Appear, look, etc.">he turned,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7561.htm" title="7561: yar·šî·a‘ (V-Hifil-Imperf-3ms) -- To be wicked, act wickedly. A primitive root; to be wrong; by implication, to disturb, violate.">he routed them.</a> 48He fought valiantly and defeated the Amalekites, delivering Israel from the hands of its plunderers.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/1_samuel/7-13.htm">1 Samuel 7:13-14</a> So the Philistines were subdued, and they stopped invading the territory of Israel. And the hand of the LORD was against the Philistines all the days of Samuel. / The cities from Ekron to Gath, which the Philistines had taken, were restored to Israel, who also delivered the surrounding territory from the hand of the Philistines. And there was peace between the Israelites and the Amorites. <a href="/1_samuel/15-18.htm">1 Samuel 15:18</a> and sent you on a mission, saying, ‘Go and devote to destruction the sinful Amalekites. Fight against them until you have wiped them out.’ <a href="/1_samuel/28-18.htm">1 Samuel 28:18</a> Because you did not obey the LORD or carry out His burning anger against Amalek, the LORD has done this to you today. <a href="/2_samuel/8-11.htm">2 Samuel 8:11-12</a> and King David dedicated these to the LORD, along with the silver and gold he had dedicated from all the nations he had subdued— / from Edom and Moab, from the Ammonites and Philistines and Amalekites, and from the spoil of Hadadezer son of Rehob, king of Zobah. <a href="/2_samuel/22-44.htm">2 Samuel 22:44-46</a> You have delivered me from the strife of my people; You have preserved me as the head of nations; a people I had not known shall serve me. / Foreigners cower before me; when they hear me, they obey me. / Foreigners lose heart and come trembling from their strongholds. <a href="/1_kings/11-14.htm">1 Kings 11:14-25</a> Then the LORD raised up against Solomon an adversary, Hadad the Edomite, from the royal line of Edom. / Earlier, when David was in Edom, Joab the commander of the army had gone to bury the dead and had struck down every male in Edom. / Joab and all Israel had stayed there six months, until he had killed every male in Edom. ... <a href="/2_kings/14-25.htm">2 Kings 14:25-27</a> This Jeroboam restored the boundary of Israel from Lebo-hamath to the Sea of the Arabah, according to the word that the LORD, the God of Israel, had spoken through His servant Jonah son of Amittai, the prophet from Gath-hepher. / For the LORD saw that the affliction of the Israelites, both slave and free, was very bitter. There was no one to help Israel, / and since the LORD had said that He would not blot out the name of Israel from under heaven, He saved them by the hand of Jeroboam son of Jehoash. <a href="/2_chronicles/20-29.htm">2 Chronicles 20:29-30</a> And the fear of God came upon all the kingdoms of the lands when they heard that the LORD had fought against the enemies of Israel. / Then Jehoshaphat’s kingdom was at peace, for his God had given him rest on every side. <a href="/psalms/18-37.htm">Psalm 18:37-42</a> I pursued my enemies and overtook them; I did not turn back until they were consumed. / I crushed them so they could not rise; they have fallen under my feet. / You have armed me with strength for battle; You have subdued my foes beneath me. ... <a href="/psalms/60-8.htm">Psalm 60:8-12</a> Moab is My washbasin; upon Edom I toss My sandal; over Philistia I shout in triumph.” / Who will bring me to the fortified city? Who will lead me to Edom? / Have You not rejected us, O God? Will You no longer march out, O God, with our armies? ... <a href="/isaiah/9-4.htm">Isaiah 9:4</a> For as in the day of Midian You have shattered the yoke of their burden, the bar across their shoulders, and the rod of their oppressor. <a href="/isaiah/14-29.htm">Isaiah 14:29-31</a> Do not rejoice, all you Philistines, that the rod that struck you is broken. For a viper will spring from the root of the snake, and a flying serpent from its egg. / Then the firstborn of the poor will find pasture, and the needy will lie down in safety, but I will kill your root by famine, and your remnant will be slain. / Wail, O gate! Cry out, O city! Melt away, all you Philistines! For a cloud of smoke comes from the north, and there are no stragglers in its ranks. <a href="/jeremiah/48-40.htm">Jeremiah 48:40-47</a> For this is what the LORD says: “Behold, an eagle swoops down and spreads his wings against Moab. / Kirioth has been taken, and the strongholds seized. In that day the heart of Moab’s warriors will be like the heart of a woman in labor. / Moab will be destroyed as a nation because he vaunted himself against the LORD. ... <a href="/jeremiah/49-1.htm">Jeremiah 49:1-6</a> Concerning the Ammonites, this is what the LORD says: “Has Israel no sons? Is he without heir? Why then has Milcom taken possession of Gad? Why have his people settled in their cities? / Therefore, behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will sound the battle cry against Rabbah of the Ammonites. It will become a heap of ruins, and its villages will be burned. Then Israel will drive out their dispossessors, says the LORD. / Wail, O Heshbon, for Ai has been destroyed; cry out, O daughters of Rabbah! Put on sackcloth and mourn; run back and forth within your walls, for Milcom will go into exile together with his priests and officials. ... <a href="/ezekiel/25-15.htm">Ezekiel 25:15-17</a> This is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Because the Philistines acted in vengeance, taking vengeance with malice of soul to destroy Judah with ancient hostility, / therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: Behold, I will stretch out My hand against the Philistines, and I will cut off the Cherethites and destroy the remnant along the coast. / I will execute great vengeance against them with furious reproof. Then they will know that I am the LORD, when I lay My vengeance upon them.’”</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>So Saul took the kingdom over Israel, and fought against all his enemies on every side, against Moab, and against the children of Ammon, and against Edom, and against the kings of Zobah, and against the Philistines: and wherever he turned himself, he vexed them.Saul<a href="/1_samuel/13-1.htm">1 Samuel 13:1</a> Saul reigned one year; and when he had reigned two years over Israel,fought<a href="/2_kings/14-27.htm">2 Kings 14:27</a> And the LORD said not that he would blot out the name of Israel from under heaven: but he saved them by the hand of Jeroboam the son of Joash.Ammon<a href="/1_samuel/11-11.htm">1 Samuel 11:11</a> And it was so on the morrow, that Saul put the people in three companies; and they came into the midst of the host in the morning watch, and slew the Ammonites until the heat of the day: and it came to pass, that they which remained were scattered, so that two of them were not left together.<a href="/1_samuel/12-2.htm">1 Samuel 12:2</a> And now, behold, the king walketh before you: and I am old and grayheaded; and, behold, my sons are with you: and I have walked before you from my childhood unto this day.zobah<a href="/2_samuel/10-6.htm">2 Samuel 10:6</a> And when the children of Ammon saw that they stank before David, the children of Ammon sent and hired the Syrians of Bethrehob, and the Syrians of Zoba, twenty thousand footmen, and of king Maacah a thousand men, and of Ishtob twelve thousand men.<a href="/1_kings/11-23.htm">1 Kings 11:23</a> And God stirred him up another adversary, Rezon the son of Eliadah, which fled from his lord Hadadezer king of Zobah:<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_samuel/12-12.htm">Ammon</a> <a href="/1_samuel/14-18.htm">Children</a> <a href="/judges/11-18.htm">Edom</a> <a href="/1_samuel/14-30.htm">Enemies</a> <a href="/judges/10-8.htm">Harassed</a> <a href="/1_samuel/14-45.htm">Israel</a> <a href="/1_samuel/13-14.htm">Kingdom</a> <a href="/judges/8-26.htm">Kings</a> <a href="/1_samuel/12-9.htm">Moab</a> <a href="/1_samuel/14-46.htm">Philistines</a> <a href="/1_samuel/14-46.htm">Saul</a> <a href="/1_samuel/14-40.htm">Side</a> <a href="/1_samuel/14-21.htm">Turned</a> <a href="/1_samuel/1-7.htm">Vexed</a> <a href="/ruth/1-17.htm">Wherever</a> <a href="/judges/2-15.htm">Whithersoever</a> <a href="/1_samuel/1-14.htm">Worse</a> <a href="/psalms/60-1.htm">Zobah</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/2_samuel/8-12.htm">Ammon</a> <a href="/1_samuel/15-3.htm">Children</a> <a href="/2_samuel/8-12.htm">Edom</a> <a href="/1_samuel/18-25.htm">Enemies</a> <a href="/matthew/9-36.htm">Harassed</a> <a href="/1_samuel/14-48.htm">Israel</a> <a href="/1_samuel/15-28.htm">Kingdom</a> <a href="/1_samuel/27-6.htm">Kings</a> <a href="/1_samuel/22-3.htm">Moab</a> <a href="/1_samuel/14-52.htm">Philistines</a> <a href="/1_samuel/14-49.htm">Saul</a> <a href="/1_samuel/17-3.htm">Side</a> <a href="/1_samuel/15-11.htm">Turned</a> <a href="/2_samuel/13-2.htm">Vexed</a> <a href="/1_samuel/18-5.htm">Wherever</a> <a href="/1_samuel/18-5.htm">Whithersoever</a> <a href="/2_samuel/6-22.htm">Worse</a> <a href="/2_samuel/8-3.htm">Zobah</a><div class="vheading2">1 Samuel 14</div>1. <a href="/1_samuel/14-1.htm">Jonathan goes and miraculously smites the Philistine's garrison</a> 15. <a href="/1_samuel/14-15.htm">A divine terror makes them beat themselves</a> 17. <a href="/1_samuel/14-17.htm">Saul, not staying the priest's answer, sets on them</a> 21. <a href="/1_samuel/14-21.htm">The captivated Hebrews, and the hidden Israelites, join against them.</a> 24. <a href="/1_samuel/14-24.htm">Saul's unadvised adjuration hinders the victory</a> 31. <a href="/1_samuel/14-31.htm">He restrains the people from eating blood</a> 35. <a href="/1_samuel/14-35.htm">He builds an altar</a> 37. <a href="/1_samuel/14-37.htm">Jonathan, taken by lot, is save by the people</a> 47. <a href="/1_samuel/14-47.htm">Saul's victories, strength, and family</a> </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'; 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This change was initiated by the people's demand for a king to lead them like other nations (<a href="/1_samuel/8-5.htm">1 Samuel 8:5</a>). Saul, from the tribe of Benjamin, was anointed by the prophet Samuel (<a href="/1_samuel/10.htm">1 Samuel 10:1</a>). His reign began with promise, as he was chosen by God to deliver Israel from its enemies (<a href="/1_samuel/9-16.htm">1 Samuel 9:16</a>).he fought against all his enemies on every side Saul's reign was characterized by constant warfare, as Israel was surrounded by hostile nations. This phrase highlights the perpetual state of conflict that defined his kingship. The enemies mentioned were longstanding adversaries of Israel, often threatening their security and sovereignty. Saul's military campaigns were crucial in establishing Israel's territorial integrity and political stability.the Moabites The Moabites were descendants of Lot (<a href="/genesis/19-37.htm">Genesis 19:37</a>) and often in conflict with Israel. Located east of the Dead Sea, Moab was a frequent adversary during the period of the judges (<a href="/judges/3-12.htm">Judges 3:12-30</a>). Saul's battles against Moab were part of his efforts to secure Israel's eastern borders.the Ammonites The Ammonites, also descendants of Lot (<a href="/genesis/19-38.htm">Genesis 19:38</a>), were another eastern neighbor of Israel. They were a constant threat, as seen in their siege of Jabesh-gilead, which Saul famously relieved (1 Samuel 11). Saul's victories over the Ammonites helped to solidify his reputation as a capable leader early in his reign.the Edomites The Edomites were descendants of Esau, Jacob's brother (<a href="/genesis/36.htm">Genesis 36:1</a>). Their territory lay to the south of Israel. Historically, there was animosity between Israel and Edom, stemming from their ancestral rivalry. Saul's campaigns against Edom were part of his broader strategy to secure Israel's southern flank.the kings of Zobah Zobah was a Syrian kingdom located to the north of Israel. The mention of "kings" suggests a coalition or multiple rulers, indicating the complexity of the political landscape Saul faced. Zobah's inclusion highlights Saul's efforts to extend Israel's influence and protect its northern borders.and the Philistines The Philistines were perhaps Israel's most formidable enemies during Saul's reign. They were a seafaring people settled along the coastal plain of Canaan. The Philistines had superior military technology, including iron weapons, which posed a significant threat to Israel. Saul's ongoing battles with the Philistines were a central theme of his kingship, culminating in his death at their hands (1 Samuel 31).Wherever he turned, he routed them This phrase underscores Saul's military prowess and God's favor in granting him victories. It reflects the fulfillment of God's promise to deliver Israel from its enemies through Saul (<a href="/1_samuel/9-16.htm">1 Samuel 9:16</a>). However, Saul's successes were often marred by his disobedience to God, leading to his eventual rejection as king (<a href="/1_samuel/15-26.htm">1 Samuel 15:26</a>). Saul's military achievements foreshadow the ultimate victory of Jesus Christ, the true King, who defeats all spiritual enemies and establishes an eternal kingdom (<a href="/1_corinthians/15-24.htm">1 Corinthians 15:24-25</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/s/saul.htm">Saul</a> The first king of Israel, anointed by the prophet Samuel. His reign is marked by military campaigns and struggles with obedience to God. 2. <a href="/topical/m/moab.htm">Moab</a> A neighboring nation east of Israel, often in conflict with Israel. Descendants of Lot, Moabites had a complex relationship with Israel. 3. <a href="/topical/a/ammonites.htm">Ammonites</a> Another neighboring nation, also descendants of Lot. They frequently opposed Israel and were involved in various conflicts. 4. <a href="/topical/e/edom.htm">Edom</a> A nation descended from Esau, Jacob's brother. Historically, Edom had a contentious relationship with Israel. 5. <a href="/topical/z/zobah.htm">Zobah</a> A lesser-known kingdom in the region of Aram (modern-day Syria), often at odds with Israel during Saul's reign. 6. <a href="/topical/p/philistines.htm">Philistines</a> A significant and persistent enemy of Israel, known for their advanced military technology and frequent battles with Israel.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_in_leadership.htm">God's Sovereignty in Leadership</a> Saul's victories demonstrate God's hand in establishing and supporting leaders, even when they are flawed. Believers can trust God's sovereignty in their own lives and leadership roles. <a href="/topical/t/the_consequences_of_disobedience.htm">The Consequences of Disobedience</a> While Saul experienced military success, his later disobedience led to his downfall. Obedience to God is crucial for sustained success and blessing. <a href="/topical/s/spiritual_warfare.htm">Spiritual Warfare</a> Just as Saul faced physical enemies, Christians face spiritual battles. <a href="/bsb/ephesians/6.htm">Ephesians 6</a> encourages believers to put on the full armor of God to stand firm against spiritual adversaries. <a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_repentance.htm">The Importance of Repentance</a> Saul's account is a cautionary tale about the need for genuine repentance. When we fail, turning back to God is essential for restoration. <a href="/topical/g/god's_faithfulness_to_his_people.htm">God's Faithfulness to His People</a> Despite Saul's failures, God remained faithful to Israel, ultimately raising up David. This reminds us of God's unwavering commitment to His promises.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_samuel_14.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 14</a> <a href="/q/how_large_was_king_david's_kingdom.htm">What was the extent of King David's kingdom?</a> <a href="/q/what_prompted_god's_judgment_on_edom.htm">What prompted God's judgment on Edom?</a> <a href="/q/who_were_the_moabites_in_the_bible.htm">Who were the Moabites in the Bible?</a> <a href="/q/did_psalm_83_nations_unite_against_israel.htm">Does the historical or archaeological record confirm that the nations listed in Psalm 83:6–8 ever formed a united conspiracy against Israel? </a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/1_samuel/14.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(47) So Saul took the kingdom over Israel.--Some expositors closely connect this verse with the successful termination of the Philistine war, considering that it was through this great victory over the nation which had so long harassed and impoverished Israel that Saul really acquired for the first time the regal authority over all Israel, and that previously his rule had only been acknowledged in certain of the tribes. It is, however, better to consider the statement contained in this verse as simply a general view of Saul's reign, which was a reign of perpetual wars. The words, then, of our verse are simply introductory to the list of wars waged from the very beginning of his government. It should be observed that this view is supported by the mention of the Ammonite war, which took place a considerable time before the events just related. Such a mention would, therefore, be out of place, unless we take this verse as containing a general statement--in other words, "Saul assumed the reins of government, and during his reign he waged the following wars."On every side . . . Moab . . . Ammon . . . Edom . . . Zobah . . . Philistines.--This enumeration of the nations with whom he fought literally included the countries on every side of the Land of Promise. Moab and Ammon bounded the Israelites on the east; Edom on the south; the Philistines on the west, along the coast of the Mediterranean; while Zobah was a district of Syria on the north-east of the territory of the twelve tribes, lying between the Euphrates and the Syrian Orontes.He vexed them.--The exact sense of the Hebrew word yar'shia, rendered in our version "he vexed," has puzzled all commentators. The LXX. evidently read another word here, as they translate it by es?zeto, "he was preserved." The majority of the versions and Gesenius, however, give the real sense: "Whithersoever he (Saul) turned himself lie was victorious." Luther's rendering is scholarly: "Whithersoever he turned he inflicted punishment," and is adopted by Keil.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_samuel/14.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 47. - So Saul took the kingdom. Instead of so the Hebrew has and, rightly; for this is no result or consequence of Saul's victory over the Philistines, but a mere historical introduction to the summary of his wars. The more correct translation would be, "When Saul had taken the kingdom over Israel, he fought," etc. Saul's reign was valiant and full of military glory. He was, in fact, in war all that the people had longed for, and not only. did he gain independence for Israel.. but laid the foundation of the vast empire of David and Solomon. But it is not the purpose of Holy, Scripture to give us the history of all Saul s valiant exploits, but only of his moral probation and failure. Of wars we read more than enough in profane history; here we read of the formation of character, and how a hero in the midst of noble and worthy feats of arms may yet lose something nobler and worthier - the favour of God. On every side. Moab and Ammon were on the east, Edom on the south, Zobah on the northeast, and the Philistines on the west. Zobah lay beyond Damascus, and, from the accounts given in <a href="/2_samuel/8-3.htm">2 Samuel 8:3-8</a>; <a href="/2_samuel/10-6.htm">2 Samuel 10:6</a>, must have been a powerful state. He vexed them. The verb is a judicial one, used of punishing the guilty, and might be translated "he chastised them." The Syriac and Vulgate give the real sense - "he was victorious." <a href="/commentaries/1_samuel/14-47.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div>After Saul וְשָׁא֛וּל (wə·šā·’ūl) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7586.htm">Strong's 7586: </a> Saul -- first king of Israel, also an Edomite and two Israelites had assumed לָכַ֥ד (lā·ḵaḏ) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3920.htm">Strong's 3920: </a> To catch, to capture, occupy, to choose, to cohere the kingship הַמְּלוּכָ֖ה (ham·mə·lū·ḵāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4410.htm">Strong's 4410: </a> Something ruled, a realm over עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> Above, over, upon, against Israel, יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל (yiś·rā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3478.htm">Strong's 3478: </a> Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc he fought וַיִּלָּ֣חֶם (way·yil·lā·ḥem) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3898.htm">Strong's 3898: </a> To feed on, to consume, to battle against all בְּֽכָל־ (bə·ḵāl) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3605.htm">Strong's 3605: </a> The whole, all, any, every his enemies אֹיְבָ֡יו (’ō·yə·ḇāw) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_341.htm">Strong's 341: </a> Hating, an adversary on every side— סָבִ֣יב ׀ (sā·ḇîḇ) Adverb <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5439.htm">Strong's 5439: </a> A circle, neighbour, environs, around the Moabites, בְּמוֹאָ֣ב ׀ (bə·mō·w·’āḇ) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4124.htm">Strong's 4124: </a> Moab -- a son of Lot,also his descendants and the territory where they settled the Ammonites, וּבִבְנֵי־ (ū·ḇiḇ·nê-) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - masculine plural construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> A son the Edomites, וּבֶאֱד֜וֹם (ū·ḇe·’ĕ·ḏō·wm) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_123.htm">Strong's 123: </a> The name of a condiment the kings וּבְמַלְכֵ֤י (ū·ḇə·mal·ḵê) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - masculine plural construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4428.htm">Strong's 4428: </a> A king of Zobah, צוֹבָה֙ (ṣō·w·ḇāh) Noun - proper - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6678.htm">Strong's 6678: </a> Zobah -- an Aramean (Syrian) kingdom and the Philistines. וּבַפְּלִשְׁתִּ֔ים (ū·ḇap·pə·liš·tîm) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b, Article | Noun - proper - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6430.htm">Strong's 6430: </a> Philistines -- inhabitants of Philistia Wherever וּבְכֹ֥ל (ū·ḇə·ḵōl) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3605.htm">Strong's 3605: </a> The whole, all, any, every he turned, יִפְנֶ֖ה (yip̄·neh) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6437.htm">Strong's 6437: </a> To turn, to face, appear, look he routed them. יַרְשִֽׁיעַ׃ (yar·šî·a‘) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7561.htm">Strong's 7561: </a> To be, wrong, to disturb, violate <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_samuel/14-47.htm">1 Samuel 14:47 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/1_samuel/14-47.htm">1 Samuel 14:47 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/1_samuel/14-47.htm">1 Samuel 14:47 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/1_samuel/14-47.htm">1 Samuel 14:47 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/1_samuel/14-47.htm">1 Samuel 14:47 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/1_samuel/14-47.htm">1 Samuel 14:47 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_samuel/14-47.htm">1 Samuel 14:47 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_samuel/14-47.htm">1 Samuel 14:47 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/1_samuel/14-47.htm">1 Samuel 14:47 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/1_samuel/14-47.htm">1 Samuel 14:47 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/1_samuel/14-47.htm">OT History: 1 Samuel 14:47 Now when Saul had taken the kingdom (1Sa iSam 1 Sam i sa) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_samuel/14-46.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 Samuel 14:46"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 Samuel 14:46" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_samuel/14-48.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 Samuel 14:48"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 Samuel 14:48" /></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>