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Do as you wish. Behold, I am with you heart and soul.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/1_samuel/14.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />His armor-bearer replied, “Do all that is in your heart. Go ahead; I am with you heart and soul.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/1_samuel/14.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And his armourbearer said unto him, Do all that <i>is</i> in thine heart: turn thee; behold, I <i>am</i> with thee according to thy heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/1_samuel/14.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />So his armorbearer said to him, “Do all that is in your heart. Go then; here I am with you, according to your heart.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/1_samuel/14.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />His armor bearer said to him, “Do everything that is in your heart; turn yourself <i>to it, and</i> here I am with you, as your heart <i>desires.</i>”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/1_samuel/14.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />His armor bearer said to him, &#8220Do all that is in your heart; turn yourself, and here I am with you according to your desire.&#8221<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/1_samuel/14.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And his armor bearer said to him, “Do all that is in your heart; turn yourself, <i>and</i> here I am with you according to your desire.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/1_samuel/14.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />And his armor bearer said to him, “Do all that is in your heart; turn yourself, <i>and</i> here I am with you according to your heart.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/1_samuel/14.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />And his armor bearer said to him, “Do everything that is in your heart (mind); here I am with you in whatever you think [best].”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/1_samuel/14.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />His armor-bearer responded, “Do what is in your heart. Go ahead! I’m completely with you.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/1_samuel/14.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />His armor-bearer responded, &#8220Do what is in your heart. You choose. I&#8217m right here with you whatever you decide.&#8221 <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/1_samuel/14.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And his armorbearer said unto him, Do all that is in thy heart: turn thee, behold, I am with thee according to thy heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/1_samuel/14.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />"Do whatever you want," the soldier answered. "I'll be right there with you." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/1_samuel/14.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And his armourbearer said unto him, Do all that is in thine heart: turn thee, behold I am with thee according to thy heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/1_samuel/14.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />His armorbearer answered him, "Do whatever you have in mind. Go ahead! I agree with you."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/1_samuel/14.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />The young man answered, "Whatever you want to do, I'm with you." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/1_samuel/14.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />His armor bearer told him, "Do whatever you want. Let's move out! I'm right here with you, as you wish." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/1_samuel/14.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />His armor-bearer replied, ?Do all that is in your heart. Go ahead; I am with you heart and soul.?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/1_samuel/14.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />His armor bearer said to him, "Do everything that is on your mind. Do as you're inclined. I'm with you all the way!" <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/1_samuel/14.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />His armor bearer said to him, "Do all that your heart inclines toward. Look, I am with you, my heart is as your heart."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/1_samuel/14.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And his armor-bearer said to him, Do all that is in thy heart: turn thee; behold, I am with thee according to thy heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/1_samuel/14.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />His armor bearer said to him, “Do all that is in your heart. Go, and behold, I am with you according to your heart.” <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/1_samuel/14.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And the bearer of his weapons says to him, “Do all that [is] in your heart; turn for yourself; behold, I [am] with you, as your own heart.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/1_samuel/14.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And the bearer of his weapons saith to him, 'Do all that is in thy heart; turn for thee; lo, I am with thee, as thine own heart.'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/1_samuel/14.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And he lifting up his arms will say to him, Do all that is in thy heart: turn for thyself; behold me with thee according to thy heart.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/1_samuel/14.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And his armourbearer said to him: Do all that pleaseth thy mind: go whither thou wilt, and I will be with thee wheresoever thou hast a mind. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/1_samuel/14.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />And his armor bearer said to him: “Do all that is pleasing to your soul. Go wherever you wish, and I will be with you, wherever you will choose.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/1_samuel/14.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />His armor-bearer replied, “Do whatever you think best; I am with you in whatever you decide.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/1_samuel/14.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />His armor-bearer said to him, “Do all that your mind inclines to. I am with you; as your mind is, so is mine.”<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/1_samuel/14.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And his armorbearer said to him, Do all that is in your heart; turn aside, and go; beho ld, I am with you; do whatever is in your heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/1_samuel/14.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And the bearer of his weapons said to him: “Do all that is in your heart, and turn aside, go; behold, I am with you! All that is in your heart, do!”<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/1_samuel/14.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And his armour-bearer said unto him: 'Do all that is in thy heart; turn thee, behold I am with thee according to thy heart.'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/1_samuel/14.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And his armour-bearer said to him, Do all that thine heart inclines toward: behold, I <i>am</i> with thee, my heart <i>is</i> as thy heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/1_samuel/14-7.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/H8oQfYUMRZg?start=3459" 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/1_samuel/14.htm">Jonathan's Victory over the Philistines</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">6</span>Jonathan said to the young man bearing his armor, “Come, let us cross over to the outpost of these uncircumcised men. Perhaps the LORD will work on our behalf. Nothing can hinder the LORD from saving, whether by many or by few.” <span class="reftext">7</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/5375.htm" title="5375: nō·śê (V-Qal-Prtcpl-msc) -- Or nacah ('abad); a primitive root; to lift, in a great variety of applications, literal and figurative, absol. And rel.">His armor-bearer</a> <a href="/hebrew/3627.htm" title="3627: ḵê·lāw (N-mpc:: 3ms) -- An article, utensil, vessel. From kalah; something prepared, i.e. Any apparatus."></a> <a href="/hebrew/559.htm" title="559: way·yō·mer (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To utter, say. A primitive root; to say.">replied,</a> <a href="/hebrew/lōw (Prep:: 3ms) -- "></a> <a href="/hebrew/6213.htm" title="6213: ‘ă·śêh (V-Qal-Imp-ms) -- To do, make. A primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application.">“Do</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.">all</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.">that is</a> <a href="/hebrew/3824.htm" title="3824: bil·ḇā·ḇe·ḵā (Prep-b:: N-msc:: 2ms) -- Inner man, mind, will, heart. From labab; the heart; used also like leb.">in your heart.</a> <a href="/hebrew/5186.htm" title="5186: nə·ṭêh (V-Qal-Imp-ms) -- A primitive root; to stretch or spread out; by implication, to bend away; used in a great variety of application.">Go ahead;</a> <a href="/hebrew/lāḵ (Prep:: 2fs) -- "></a> <a href="/hebrew/2005.htm" title="2005: hin·nî (Interjection:: 1cs) -- Lo! behold! A primitive particle; lo!; also if.">I am</a> <a href="/hebrew/5973.htm" title="5973: ‘im·mə·ḵā (Prep:: 2ms) -- From amam; adverb or preposition, with, in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix.">with you</a> <a href="/hebrew/3824.htm" title="3824: kil·ḇā·ḇe·ḵā (Prep-k:: N-msc:: 2ms) -- Inner man, mind, will, heart. From labab; the heart; used also like leb.">heart and soul.”</a> </span><span class="reftext">8</span>“Very well,” said Jonathan, “we will cross over toward these men and show ourselves to them.…<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="/joshua/1-16.htm">Joshua 1:16-18</a></span><br />So they answered Joshua, “Everything you have commanded us we will do, and everywhere you send us we will go. / Just as we obeyed Moses in all things, so we will obey you. And may the LORD your God be with you, as He was with Moses. / Anyone who rebels against your order and does not obey your words, all that you command him, will be put to death. Above all, be strong and courageous!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ruth/1-16.htm">Ruth 1:16-17</a></span><br />But Ruth replied: “Do not urge me to leave you or to turn from following you. For wherever you go, I will go, and wherever you live, I will live; your people will be my people, and your God will be my God. / Where you die, I will die, and there I will be buried. May the LORD punish me, and ever so severely, if anything but death separates you and me.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/15-21.htm">2 Samuel 15:21</a></span><br />But Ittai answered the king, “As surely as the LORD lives, and as my lord the king lives, wherever my lord the king may be, whether it means life or death, there will your servant be!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/2-2.htm">2 Kings 2:2</a></span><br />and Elijah said to Elisha, “Please stay here, for the LORD has sent me on to Bethel.” But Elisha replied, “As surely as the LORD lives and as you yourself live, I will not leave you.” So they went down to Bethel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/2-6.htm">2 Kings 2:6</a></span><br />And Elijah said to Elisha, “Please stay here, for the LORD has sent me on to the Jordan.” But Elisha replied, “As surely as the LORD lives and as you yourself live, I will not leave you.” So the two of them went on.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/1-27.htm">Philippians 1:27</a></span><br />Nevertheless, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in one spirit, contending together as one for the faith of the gospel,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/2-20.htm">Philippians 2:20-22</a></span><br />I have nobody else like him who will genuinely care for your needs. / For all the others look after their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. / But you know Timothy’s proven worth, that as a child with his father he has served with me to advance the gospel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/16-10.htm">1 Corinthians 16:10-11</a></span><br />If Timothy comes, see to it that he has nothing to fear while he is with you, for he is doing the work of the Lord, just as I am. / No one, then, should treat him with contempt. Send him on his way in peace so that he can return to me, for I am expecting him along with the brothers.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/4-11.htm">2 Timothy 4:11</a></span><br />Only Luke is with me. Get Mark and bring him with you, because he is useful to me in the ministry.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/16-3.htm">Acts 16:3</a></span><br />Paul wanted Timothy to accompany him, so he took him and circumcised him on account of the Jews in that area, for they all knew that his father was a Greek.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/20-4.htm">Acts 20:4</a></span><br />Paul was accompanied by Sopater son of Pyrrhus from Berea, Aristarchus and Secundus from Thessalonica, Gaius from Derbe, Timothy, and Tychicus and Trophimus from the province of Asia.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/judges/7-10.htm">Judges 7:10-11</a></span><br />But if you are afraid to do so, then go down to the camp with your servant Purah / and listen to what they are saying. Then your hands will be strengthened to attack the camp.” So he went with Purah his servant to the outposts where armed men were guarding the camp.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/judges/7-17.htm">Judges 7:17</a></span><br />“Watch me and do as I do,” Gideon said. “When I come to the outskirts of the camp, do exactly as I do.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/12-18.htm">1 Chronicles 12:18</a></span><br />Then the Spirit came upon Amasai, the chief of the Thirty, and he said: “We are yours, O David! We are with you, O son of Jesse! Peace, peace to you, and peace to your helpers, for your God helps you.” So David received them and made them leaders of his troops.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/32-7.htm">2 Chronicles 32:7-8</a></span><br />“Be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged before the king of Assyria and the vast army with him, for there is a greater One with us than with him. / With him is only the arm of flesh, but with us is the LORD our God to help us and to fight our battles.” So the people were strengthened by the words of Hezekiah king of Judah.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And his armor bearer said to him, Do all that is in your heart: turn you; behold, I am with you according to your heart.</p><p class="hdg">Do all</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_samuel/10-7.htm">1 Samuel 10:7</a></b></br> And let it be, when these signs are come unto thee, <i>that</i> thou do as occasion serve thee; for God <i>is</i> with thee.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_samuel/7-3.htm">2 Samuel 7:3</a></b></br> And Nathan said to the king, Go, do all that <i>is</i> in thine heart; for the LORD <i>is</i> with thee.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/46-7.htm">Psalm 46:7</a></b></br> The LORD of hosts <i>is</i> with us; the God of Jacob <i>is</i> our refuge. 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This role required loyalty and bravery, as the armor-bearer would be closely involved in combat situations. The relationship between Jonathan and his armor-bearer reflects a deep trust and camaraderie, which is essential in the context of the military campaigns against the Philistines. The armor-bearer's response indicates his unwavering support and loyalty to Jonathan, which is a testament to the strong bond between them.<p><b>Do all that is in your heart.</b><br>This phrase signifies complete trust and confidence in Jonathan's leadership and decision-making. In the biblical context, the heart is often seen as the center of one's will and emotions. The armor-bearer's encouragement suggests that he believes Jonathan's intentions are aligned with God's will, echoing the biblical theme of following one's heart when it is in tune with divine guidance. This trust is reminiscent of other biblical figures who acted on faith, such as David when he faced Goliath, demonstrating reliance on God's guidance.<p><b>Go ahead;</b><br>The armor-bearer's urging to "go ahead" reflects a readiness to take action and a willingness to follow Jonathan into potentially dangerous situations. This phrase underscores the theme of courage and faith in God's provision and protection. It also highlights the importance of decisive leadership and the readiness to act when called upon, a recurring theme in the narratives of Israel's military leaders.<p><b>I am with you heart and soul.</b><br>This expression of total commitment and unity is profound, indicating that the armor-bearer is not only physically present but also emotionally and spiritually aligned with Jonathan. The phrase "heart and soul" suggests a deep, covenantal loyalty, similar to the bond between David and Jonathan described later in 1 Samuel. This level of dedication is a powerful example of the biblical principle of fellowship and unity among believers, reflecting the New Testament call for Christians to be united in purpose and spirit.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/jonathan.htm">Jonathan</a></b><br>The son of King Saul, known for his bravery and faith in God. In this chapter, he takes initiative to confront the Philistines.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/a/armor-bearer.htm">Armor-bearer</a></b><br>A young man who serves Jonathan, demonstrating loyalty and faith by supporting Jonathan's bold plan.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/p/philistines.htm">Philistines</a></b><br>The enemies of Israel at this time, occupying strategic positions and posing a significant threat to the Israelites.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/m/michmash.htm">Michmash</a></b><br>The location where the Philistines are encamped, and where Jonathan plans to attack.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/i/israelites.htm">Israelites</a></b><br>The people of God, led by King Saul, who are in a precarious situation due to the Philistine threat.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/f/faith_in_action.htm">Faith in Action</a></b><br>Jonathan's initiative demonstrates that faith often requires bold action. We are called to trust God and step out in faith, even when the odds seem against us.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/loyalty_and_support.htm">Loyalty and Support</a></b><br>The armor-bearer's response is a powerful example of loyalty. In our relationships, we should strive to support and encourage others wholeheartedly.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/courage_in_leadership.htm">Courage in Leadership</a></b><br>Jonathan's leadership inspires confidence in his armor-bearer. Effective leaders instill courage and faith in those they lead.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/unity_of_purpose.htm">Unity of Purpose</a></b><br>The unity between Jonathan and his armor-bearer shows the strength that comes from shared vision and purpose. In our communities, working together with a common goal can lead to great achievements.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/divine_partnership.htm">Divine Partnership</a></b><br>The account illustrates that when we align our actions with God's will, we can expect His partnership and blessing in our endeavors.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_samuel_14.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 14</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what's_the_bible's_view_on_'woke'.htm">How can one truly love God?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_lying_against_god's_teachings.htm">How can we express gratitude according to the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_punish_the_psalmist_with_evildoers.htm">(Psalm 26:9-10) Why would a just God punish the psalmist alongside evildoers if everyone is equally flawed?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_your_conscience_aligned_with_god.htm">How does God heal the brokenhearted?</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>(7) <span class= "bld">Turn thee.</span>--The very words of the prince's armour-bearer seem to have been preserved; the expression is a colloquial one, and is rendered here literally. It signifies, "Go on; I will follow."<p>(8) <span class= "bld">Behold, we will pass over.</span>--The steep crag upon which the Philistine outpost was entrenched was across a deep ravine, or chasm, which separated the hostile armies.<p>(9) <span class= "bld">If they say thus unto us.</span>--He longed for a supernatural sign which should confirm him in his conviction, that the prompting which urged him to this deed of extreme daring was indeed a voice from heaven.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_samuel/14.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 7.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Turn thee.</span> The Hebrew seems to have preserved the very words of the young man, and the difficulty in rendering this phrase arises from its being a colloquial expression. "Face about" would be our phrase; but the sense is, "On with you; I will follow." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/1_samuel/14-7.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">His armor-bearer</span><br /><span class="heb">נֹשֵׂ֣א</span> <span class="translit">(nō·śê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5375.htm">Strong's 5375: </a> </span><span class="str2">To lift, carry, take</span><br /><br /><span class="word">replied,</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיֹּ֤אמֶר</span> <span class="translit">(way·yō·mer)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_559.htm">Strong's 559: </a> </span><span class="str2">To utter, say</span><br /><br /><span class="word">“Do</span><br /><span class="heb">עֲשֵׂ֖ה</span> <span class="translit">(‘ă·śêh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6213.htm">Strong's 6213: </a> </span><span class="str2">To do, make</span><br /><br /><span class="word">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">that is</span><br /><span class="heb">אֲשֶׁ֣ר</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">in your heart.</span><br /><span class="heb">בִּלְבָבֶ֑ךָ</span> <span class="translit">(bil·ḇā·ḇe·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3824.htm">Strong's 3824: </a> </span><span class="str2">Inner man, mind, will, heart</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Go ahead;</span><br /><span class="heb">נְטֵ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(nə·ṭêh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5186.htm">Strong's 5186: </a> </span><span class="str2">To stretch out, spread out, extend, incline, bend</span><br /><br /><span class="word">I am</span><br /><span class="heb">הִנְנִ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(hin·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Interjection | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2005.htm">Strong's 2005: </a> </span><span class="str2">Lo! behold!</span><br /><br /><span class="word">with you</span><br /><span class="heb">עִמְּךָ֖</span> <span class="translit">(‘im·mə·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5973.htm">Strong's 5973: </a> </span><span class="str2">With, equally with</span><br /><br /><span class="word">heart and soul.”</span><br /><span class="heb">כִּלְבָבֶֽךָ׃</span> <span class="translit">(kil·ḇā·ḇe·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-k | Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3824.htm">Strong's 3824: </a> </span><span class="str2">Inner man, mind, will, heart</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_samuel/14-7.htm">1 Samuel 14:7 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/1_samuel/14-7.htm">1 Samuel 14:7 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/1_samuel/14-7.htm">1 Samuel 14:7 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/1_samuel/14-7.htm">1 Samuel 14:7 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/1_samuel/14-7.htm">1 Samuel 14:7 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/1_samuel/14-7.htm">1 Samuel 14:7 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_samuel/14-7.htm">1 Samuel 14:7 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_samuel/14-7.htm">1 Samuel 14:7 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/1_samuel/14-7.htm">1 Samuel 14:7 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/1_samuel/14-7.htm">1 Samuel 14:7 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/1_samuel/14-7.htm">OT History: 1 Samuel 14:7 His armor bearer said to him Do (1Sa iSam 1 Sam i sa) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_samuel/14-6.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 Samuel 14:6"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 Samuel 14:6" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_samuel/14-8.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 Samuel 14:8"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 Samuel 14:8" /></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>