1 Samuel 29:11
New International Version
So David and his men got up early in the morning to go back to the land of the Philistines, and the Philistines went up to Jezreel.

New Living Translation
So David and his men headed back into the land of the Philistines, while the Philistine army went on to Jezreel.

English Standard Version
So David set out with his men early in the morning to return to the land of the Philistines. But the Philistines went up to Jezreel.

Berean Standard Bible
So David and his men got up early in the morning to return to the land of the Philistines. And the Philistines went up to Jezreel.

King James Bible
So David and his men rose up early to depart in the morning, to return into the land of the Philistines. And the Philistines went up to Jezreel.

New King James Version
So David and his men rose early to depart in the morning, to return to the land of the Philistines. And the Philistines went up to Jezreel.

New American Standard Bible
So David got up early, he and his men, to leave in the morning to return to the land of the Philistines. And the Philistines went up to Jezreel.

NASB 1995
So David arose early, he and his men, to depart in the morning to return to the land of the Philistines. And the Philistines went up to Jezreel.

NASB 1977
So David arose early, he and his men, to depart in the morning, to return to the land of the Philistines. And the Philistines went up to Jezreel.

Legacy Standard Bible
So David arose early, he and his men, to go in the morning to return to the land of the Philistines. And the Philistines went up to Jezreel.

Amplified Bible
So David and his men got up early to leave in the morning, to return to the land of the Philistines. But the Philistines went up to Jezreel [to fight against Israel].

Christian Standard Bible
So David and his men got up early in the morning to return to the land of the Philistines. And the Philistines went up to Jezreel.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
So David and his men got up early in the morning to return to the land of the Philistines. And the Philistines went up to Jezreel.

American Standard Version
So David rose up early, he and his men, to depart in the morning, to return into the land of the Philistines. And the Philistines went up to Jezreel.

Contemporary English Version
David and his men got up early in the morning and headed back toward Philistia, while the Philistines left for Jezreel.

English Revised Version
So David rose up early, he and his men, to depart in the morning, to return into the land of the Philistines. And the Philistines went up to Jezreel.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Early the next morning David and his men returned to Philistine territory, while the Philistines went to Jezreel.

Good News Translation
So David and his men started out early the following morning to go back to Philistia, and the Philistines went on to Jezreel.

International Standard Version
So David and his men got up early in the morning to return to Philistine territory, while the Philistines went up to Jezreel.

Majority Standard Bible
So David and his men got up early in the morning to return to the land of the Philistines. And the Philistines went up to Jezreel.

NET Bible
So David and his men got up early in the morning to return to the land of the Philistines, but the Philistines went up to Jezreel.

New Heart English Bible
So David rose up early, he and his men, to depart in the morning, to return into the land of the Philistines. The Philistines went up to Jezreel.

Webster's Bible Translation
So David and his men rose early to depart in the morning, to return into the land of the Philistines. And the Philistines went up to Jezreel.

World English Bible
So David rose up early, he and his men, to depart in the morning, to return into the land of the Philistines; and the Philistines went up to Jezreel.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And David rises early, he and his men, to go in the morning, to return to the land of the Philistines, and the Philistines have gone up to Jezreel.

Young's Literal Translation
And David riseth early, he and his men, to go in the morning, to turn back unto the land of the Philistines, and the Philistines have gone up to Jezreel.

Smith's Literal Translation
And David will rise early, he and his men, to go in the morning to turn back to the land of the rovers. And the rovers went up to Jezreel.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
So David and his men arose in the night, that they might set forward in the morning, and returned to the land of the Philistines: and the Philistines went up to Jezrahel.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And so David rose up in the night, he and his men, so that they might set out in the morning. And they returned to the land of the Philistines. But the Philistines ascended to Jezreel.

New American Bible
So David and his warriors left early in the morning to return to the land of the Philistines, and the Philistines went on up to Jezreel.

New Revised Standard Version
So David set out with his men early in the morning, to return to the land of the Philistines. But the Philistines went up to Jezreel.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
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Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And David and his men arose early to go to the land of the Philistines, and the Philistines came up to Yizrael
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
So David rose up early, he and his men, to depart in the morning, to return into the land of the Philistines. And the Philistines went up to Jezreel.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
So David arose early, he and his men, to depart and guard the land of the Philistines: and the Philistines went up to Jezrael to battle.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
The Philistines Reject David
10Now then, get up early in the morning, along with your master’s servants who came with you, and go as soon as it is light.” 11So David and his men got up early in the morning to return to the land of the Philistines. And the Philistines went up to Jezreel.

Cross References
1 Samuel 27:2-3
So David set out with his six hundred men and went to Achish son of Maoch, the king of Gath. / David and his men settled in Gath with Achish. Each man had his family with him, and David had his two wives: Ahinoam of Jezreel and Abigail of Carmel, the widow of Nabal.

1 Samuel 28:1-2
Now in those days the Philistines gathered their forces for warfare against Israel. So Achish said to David, “You must understand that you and your men are to go out to battle with me.” / David replied, “Then you will come to know what your servant can do.” “Very well,” said Achish. “I will make you my bodyguard for life.”

1 Samuel 30:1-2
On the third day David and his men arrived in Ziklag, and the Amalekites had raided the Negev, attacked Ziklag, and burned it down. / They had taken captive the women and all who were there, both young and old. They had not killed anyone, but had carried them off as they went on their way.

2 Samuel 1:1
After the death of Saul, David returned from the slaughter of the Amalekites and stayed in Ziklag two days.

2 Samuel 2:1-3
Some time later, David inquired of the LORD, “Should I go up to one of the towns of Judah?” “Go up,” the LORD answered. Then David asked, “Where should I go?” “To Hebron,” replied the LORD. / So David went there with his two wives, Ahinoam of Jezreel and Abigail the widow of Nabal of Carmel. / David also took the men who were with him, each with his household, and they settled in the towns near Hebron.

1 Chronicles 12:19-22
Some from Manasseh defected to David when he went with the Philistines to fight against Saul. (They did not help the Philistines because the Philistine rulers consulted and sent David away, saying, “It will cost us our heads if he defects to his master Saul.”) / When David went to Ziklag, these men of Manasseh defected to him: Adnah, Jozabad, Jediael, Michael, Jozabad, Elihu, and Zillethai, chiefs of thousands in Manasseh. / They helped David against the raiders, for they were all mighty men of valor and commanders in the army. ...

Joshua 11:23
So Joshua took the entire land, in keeping with all that the LORD had spoken to Moses. And Joshua gave it as an inheritance to Israel according to the allotments to their tribes. Then the land had rest from war.

Judges 11:9-11
But Jephthah asked them, “If you take me back to fight the Ammonites and the LORD gives them to me, will I really be your leader?” / And the elders of Gilead said to Jephthah, “The LORD is our witness if we do not do as you say.” / So Jephthah went with the elders of Gilead, and the people made him their leader and commander. And Jephthah repeated all his terms in the presence of the LORD at Mizpah.

2 Kings 3:7
And he sent a message to Jehoshaphat king of Judah: “The king of Moab has rebelled against me. Will you go with me to fight against Moab?” “I will go,” replied Jehoshaphat. “I am as you are, my people are your people, and my horses are your horses.”

Psalm 34:1
Of David, when he pretended to be insane before Abimelech, so that the king drove him away. I will bless the LORD at all times; His praise will always be on my lips.

Psalm 56:1-2
For the choirmaster. To the tune of “A Dove on Distant Oaks.” A Miktam of David, when the Philistines seized him in Gath. Be merciful to me, O God, for men are hounding me; all day they press their attack. / My enemies pursue me all day long, for many proudly assail me.

Matthew 10:16
Behold, I am sending you out like sheep among wolves; therefore be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves.

Matthew 5:9
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.

Luke 6:27-28
But to those of you who will listen, I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, / bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.

John 15:18-19
If the world hates you, understand that it hated Me first. / If you were of the world, it would love you as its own. Instead, the world hates you, because you are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world.


Treasury of Scripture

So David and his men rose up early to depart in the morning, to return into the land of the Philistines. And the Philistines went up to Jezreel.

And the Philistines

1 Samuel 29:1
Now the Philistines gathered together all their armies to Aphek: and the Israelites pitched by a fountain which is in Jezreel.

Joshua 19:18
And their border was toward Jezreel, and Chesulloth, and Shunem,

2 Samuel 4:4
And Jonathan, Saul's son, had a son that was lame of his feet. He was five years old when the tidings came of Saul and Jonathan out of Jezreel, and his nurse took him up, and fled: and it came to pass, as she made haste to flee, that he fell, and became lame. And his name was Mephibosheth.

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So David and his men
This phrase highlights the leadership of David and his close relationship with his followers. David, anointed by God to be king, is seen here as a leader who commands loyalty and respect. The Hebrew root for "men" (אֲנָשִׁים, anashim) often implies not just male followers but warriors, indicating the readiness and capability of David's group. Historically, David's men were a band of loyal warriors who had been with him through various trials, reflecting the strong bond and trust between them.

got up early in the morning
This phrase signifies diligence and urgency. In the Hebrew context, rising early often indicates a sense of purpose and determination. David's early departure underscores his obedience and readiness to follow God's guidance, even when it means leaving a place of relative safety among the Philistines. It reflects a disciplined life, a characteristic of a godly leader who seeks to align his actions with divine timing.

to depart and return to the land of the Philistines
David's departure to the land of the Philistines is significant. Historically, David had sought refuge among the Philistines to escape King Saul's pursuit. This phrase indicates a temporary alliance with the Philistines, which was a strategic move for survival. The Hebrew root for "return" (שׁוּב, shuv) often implies a turning back or repentance, suggesting that David's time with the Philistines was not his ultimate destination but a part of his journey under God's providence.

And the Philistines went up to Jezreel
This phrase sets the stage for the impending conflict between the Philistines and Israel. Jezreel, a fertile valley, was a strategic location for battles. The Philistines' movement towards Jezreel indicates their military intentions against Israel. Archaeologically, Jezreel was a significant site, known for its battles and as a symbol of God's judgment and deliverance. The Philistines' advance here foreshadows the unfolding of God's plan for Israel and David's eventual rise to kingship.

(11) To return into the land of the Philistines.--No doubt David and his officers rejoiced at their escaping the terrible alternative of either turning traitors to the kindly man who had so hospitably received them in their distress, or of appearing in arms with the Philistines when they came into collision with the Israelites under Saul. But they little thought in how sore a danger their wives and children and homes were at this juncture. Their release from the Philistine army was not a moment too soon to save these.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
So David
דָּוִ֜ד (dā·wiḏ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse

and his men
וַֽאֲנָשָׁיו֙ (wa·’ă·nā·šāw)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 582: Man, mankind

got up early
וַיַּשְׁכֵּ֨ם (way·yaš·kêm)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 7925: To load up, to start early in the morning

in the morning
בַּבֹּ֔קֶר (bab·bō·qer)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1242: Dawn, morning

to return
לָשׁ֖וּב (lā·šūḇ)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 7725: To turn back, in, to retreat, again

to
אֶל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

the land
אֶ֣רֶץ (’e·reṣ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 776: Earth, land

of the Philistines.
פְּלִשְׁתִּ֑ים (pə·liš·tîm)
Noun - proper - masculine plural
Strong's 6430: Philistines -- inhabitants of Philistia

And the Philistines
וּפְלִשְׁתִּ֖ים (ū·p̄ə·liš·tîm)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine plural
Strong's 6430: Philistines -- inhabitants of Philistia

went up
עָל֥וּ (‘ā·lū)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 5927: To ascend, in, actively

to Jezreel.
יִזְרְעֶֽאל׃ (yiz·rə·‘el)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 3157: Jezreel -- 'God sows', two Israelites, also two cities in Israel, also a valley in Northern Israel


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