Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version David replied, “No, my brothers, you must not do that with what the LORD has given us. He has protected us and delivered into our hands the raiding party that came against us. New Living Translation But David said, “No, my brothers! Don’t be selfish with what the LORD has given us. He has kept us safe and helped us defeat the band of raiders that attacked us. English Standard Version But David said, “You shall not do so, my brothers, with what the LORD has given us. He has preserved us and given into our hand the band that came against us. Berean Standard Bible But David said, “My brothers, you must not do this with what the LORD has given us. He has protected us and delivered into our hands the raiders who came against us. Berean Literal Bible And David said, “You⁺ shall not do so, my brothers, with what YHWH has given to us, who has preserved us and delivered the troop that came against us into our hands. King James Bible Then said David, Ye shall not do so, my brethren, with that which the LORD hath given us, who hath preserved us, and delivered the company that came against us into our hand. New King James Version But David said, “My brethren, you shall not do so with what the LORD has given us, who has preserved us and delivered into our hand the troop that came against us. New American Standard Bible But David said, “You must not do so, my brothers, with what the LORD has given us, for He has protected us and handed over to us the band of raiders that came against us. NASB 1995 Then David said, “You must not do so, my brothers, with what the LORD has given us, who has kept us and delivered into our hand the band that came against us. NASB 1977 Then David said, “You must not do so, my brothers, with what the LORD has given us, who has kept us and delivered into our hand the band that came against us. Legacy Standard Bible Then David said, “You must not do so, my brothers, with what Yahweh has given us, who has kept us and given into our hand the band that came against us. Amplified Bible David said, “You must not do so, my brothers, with what the LORD has given us. He has kept us safe and has handed over to us the band [of Amalekites] that came against us. Berean Annotated Bible But David (beloved) said, “My brothers, you⁺ must not do this with what the LORD {YHWH} has given us. He has protected us and delivered into our hands the raiders who came against us. Christian Standard Bible But David said, “My brothers, you must not do this with what the LORD has given us. He protected us and handed over to us the raiders who came against us. Holman Christian Standard Bible But David said, “My brothers, you must not do this with what the LORD has given us. He protected us and handed over to us the raiders who came against us. American Standard Version Then said David, Ye shall not do so, my brethren, with that which Jehovah hath given unto us, who hath preserved us, and delivered the troop that came against us into our hand. Contemporary English Version But David said: My friends, don't be so greedy with what the LORD has given us! The LORD protected us and gave us victory over the people who attacked. English Revised Version Then said David, Ye shall not do so, my brethren, with that which the LORD hath given unto us, who hath preserved us, and delivered the troop that came against us into our hand. GOD'S WORD® Translation But David said, "My brothers, don't do that with the things which the LORD has given us. He has protected us and handed the troops that attacked us over to us. Good News Translation But David answered, "My brothers, you can't do this with what the LORD has given us! He kept us safe and gave us victory over the raiders. International Standard Version David said, "No, you won't do this, my brothers, with what the LORD has given us. He guarded us and gave the raiding party that came against us into our hand. NET Bible But David said, "No! You shouldn't do this, my brothers. Look at what the LORD has given us! He has protected us and has delivered into our hands the raiding party that came against us. New Heart English Bible Then David said, "You shall not do so after what the LORD has given to us, who has preserved us, and delivered into our hand the raiding party that came against us. Webster's Bible Translation Then said David, Ye shall not do so, my brethren, with that which the LORD hath given us, who hath preserved us, and delivered the company that came against us into our hand. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleBut David said, “My brothers, you must not do this with what the LORD has given us. He has protected us and delivered into our hands the raiders who came against us. World English Bible Then David said, “Do not do so, my brothers, with that which Yahweh has given to us, who has preserved us, and delivered the troop that came against us into our hand. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd David says, “You do not do so, my brothers, with that which YHWH has given to us, and He preserves us, and gives the troop which comes against us into our hand; Berean Literal Bible And David said, “You⁺ shall not do so, my brothers, with what YHWH has given to us, who has preserved us and delivered the troop that came against us into our hands. Young's Literal Translation And David saith, 'Ye do not do so, my brethren, with that which Jehovah hath given to us, and He doth preserve us, and doth give the troop which cometh against us into our hand; Smith's Literal Translation And David will say, Ye shall not do so, my brethren, with what Jehovah gave to us, and he will watch us and give the troop coming against us into our hand. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBut David said: You shall not do so, my brethren, with these things, which the Lord hath given us, who hath kept us, and hath delivered the robbers that invaded us into our hands. Catholic Public Domain Version But David said: “You shall not do this, my brothers, with these things that the Lord has delivered to us, for he has preserved us, and he has given into our hands the robbers who broke out among us. New American Bible But David said: “You must not do this, my brothers, after what the LORD has given us. The LORD has protected us and delivered into our hands the raiders that came against us. New Revised Standard Version But David said, “You shall not do so, my brothers, with what the LORD has given us; he has preserved us and handed over to us the raiding party that attacked us. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut David said, You shall not do thus, my brethren, with that which the LORD has given us, he who has preserved us and delivered into our hands the raiders that came against us. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And David said: “You will not do so brethren, for LORD JEHOVAH gave to us and he kept us and delivered into our hands the band of robbers that came upon us! OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Then said David: 'Ye shall not do so, my brethren, with that which the LORD hath given unto us, who hath preserved us, and delivered the troop that came against us into our hand. Brenton Septuagint Translation And David said, Ye shall not do so, after the Lord has delivered the enemy to us, and guarded us, and the Lord has delivered into our hands the troop that came against u. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Spoils are Divided…22but all the wicked and worthless men among those who had gone with David said, “Because they did not go with us, we will not share with them the plunder we recovered, except for each man’s wife and children. They may take them and go.” 23But David said, “My brothers, you must not do this with what the LORD has given us. He has protected us and delivered into our hands the raiders who came against us. 24Who will listen to your proposal? The share of the one who went to battle will match the share of the one who stayed with the supplies. They will share alike.”… Cross References But David said, 1 Samuel 24:6 So he said to his men, “The LORD forbid that I should do such a thing to my master, the LORD’s anointed. May I never lift my hand against him, since he is the LORD’s anointed.” 1 Samuel 26:9 But David said to Abishai, “Do not destroy him, for who can extend a hand against the LORD’s anointed and be guiltless?” 2 Samuel 1:14 So David asked him, “Why were you not afraid to lift your hand to destroy the LORD’s anointed?” “My brothers, 1 Chronicles 28:2 Then King David rose to his feet and said, “Listen to me, my brothers and my people. It was in my heart to build a house as a resting place for the ark of the covenant of the LORD and as a footstool for our God. I had made preparations to build it, 2 Samuel 19:12 You are my brothers, my own flesh and blood. So why should you be the last to restore the king?’ Genesis 13:8 So Abram said to Lot, “Please let there be no contention between you and me, or between your herdsmen and my herdsmen. After all, we are kinsmen. you must not do this 1 Samuel 26:11 But the LORD forbid that I should extend my hand against the LORD’s anointed. Instead, take the spear and water jug by his head, and let us go.” Genesis 44:7 “Why does my lord say these things?” they asked. “Your servants could not possibly do such a thing. Genesis 34:7 When Jacob’s sons heard what had happened, they returned from the field. They were filled with grief and fury, because Shechem had committed an outrage in Israel by lying with Jacob’s daughter—a thing that should not be done. with what the LORD has given us. 1 Chronicles 29:14 But who am I, and who are my people, that we should be able to give as generously as this? For everything comes from You, and from Your own hand we have given to You. Deuteronomy 8:18 But remember that it is the LORD your God who gives you the power to gain wealth, in order to confirm His covenant that He swore to your fathers even to this day. James 1:17 Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, with whom there is no change or shifting shadow. He has protected us Psalm 121:7-8 The LORD will guard you from all evil; He will preserve your soul. / The LORD will watch over your coming and going, both now and forevermore. Psalm 91:11 For He will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways. 2 Thessalonians 3:3 But the Lord is faithful, and He will strengthen you and guard you from the evil one. and delivered into our hands 1 Samuel 17:47 And all those assembled here will know that it is not by sword or spear that the LORD saves; for the battle is the LORD’s, and He will give all of you into our hands.” Treasury of Scripture Then said David, You shall not do so, my brothers, with that which the LORD has given us, who has preserved us, and delivered the company that came against us into our hand. my brethren Genesis 19:7 And said, I pray you, brethren, do not so wickedly. Judges 19:23 And the man, the master of the house, went out unto them, and said unto them, Nay, my brethren, nay, I pray you, do not so wickedly; seeing that this man is come into mine house, do not this folly. Acts 7:2 And he said, Men, brethren, and fathers, hearken; The God of glory appeared unto our father Abraham, when he was in Mesopotamia, before he dwelt in Charran, which the Lord 1 Samuel 30:8 And David inquired at the LORD, saying, Shall I pursue after this troop? shall I overtake them? And he answered him, Pursue: for thou shalt surely overtake them, and without fail recover all. 1 Samuel 2:7 The LORD maketh poor, and maketh rich: he bringeth low, and lifteth up. Numbers 31:49-54 And they said unto Moses, Thy servants have taken the sum of the men of war which are under our charge, and there lacketh not one man of us… who hath Psalm 44:2-7 How thou didst drive out the heathen with thy hand, and plantedst them; how thou didst afflict the people, and cast them out… Psalm 121:7,8 The LORD shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul… Jump to Previous Band Company David Delivered Hand Handed Hands Kept Preserve Preserved Protected Safe TroopJump to Next Band Company David Delivered Hand Handed Hands Kept Preserve Preserved Protected Safe Troop1 Samuel 30 1. The Amalekites raid Ziklag4. David asking counsel, is encouraged by God to pursue them 11. By the means of a received Egyptian he is brought to the enemies, 18. and recovers all the spoil 22. David's law to divide the spoil equally 26. He sends presents to his friends But David said, David, as the anointed future king of Israel, often served as a mediator and leader among his people. His words here reflect his role as a wise and just leader, reminiscent of Moses and foreshadowing the ultimate leadership of Christ. “My brothers, you must not do this with what the LORD has given us. He has protected us and delivered into our hands the raiders who came against us. Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe anointed king of Israel, known for his leadership and reliance on God. In this passage, he demonstrates wisdom and fairness. 2. The LORD The covenant name of God, Yahweh, who is acknowledged as the source of victory and protection. 3. The Raiding Party Refers to the Amalekites who had attacked Ziklag, taking captives and plundering the city. 4. Ziklag A Philistine town given to David, which was attacked and plundered by the Amalekites. 5. David's Men The group of warriors who followed David, some of whom were initially unwilling to share the spoils of victory with those who stayed behind. Teaching Points Acknowledging God's SovereigntyRecognize that victories and blessings come from the LORD. David attributes the success to God, reminding us to give credit to Him for our achievements. Unity and Fairness David's decision to share the spoils equally teaches us about the importance of unity and fairness within a community. It encourages us to consider the needs and contributions of all members, not just those on the front lines. Leadership and Wisdom David exemplifies wise leadership by making a decision that promotes harmony and sets a precedent for future generations. Leaders today can learn from his example to make decisions that benefit the whole community. Gratitude and Generosity By sharing the spoils, David demonstrates gratitude and generosity. We are called to be generous with what God has given us, recognizing that it is not solely for our benefit. Dependence on God David's inquiry of the LORD before pursuing the raiders shows his dependence on God for guidance. We are reminded to seek God's direction in our decisions and actions. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Samuel 30:23?2. How does 1 Samuel 30:23 demonstrate God's provision and fairness among His people? 3. What can we learn about leadership from David's response in 1 Samuel 30:23? 4. How does 1 Samuel 30:23 connect with the principle of sharing in Acts 2:44-45? 5. How can we apply the principle of equitable distribution in our church community? 6. In what ways does this verse encourage unity and cooperation among believers today? 7. How does 1 Samuel 30:23 reflect God's justice and fairness in distributing rewards? 8. What historical context influenced the message in 1 Samuel 30:23? 9. How does 1 Samuel 30:23 challenge modern views on wealth distribution? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Samuel 30? 11. What happened to Ziklag when David returned from battle? 12. If 1 Samuel 23:14 places David in uncharted wilderness strongholds, why is there little or no archaeological trace of these specific hideouts today? 13. How did David consult the ephod for instant divine guidance in 1 Samuel 23:9-12 when similar direct communication is uncommon elsewhere in the Old Testament? 14. What lessons do Saul and David's lives teach us? What Does 1 Samuel 30:23 Mean But David said- David, the anointed king‐in‐waiting, steps in as spiritual leader, not just military commander. - He models righteous authority by appealing to God’s will rather than personal preference, echoing earlier moments when he restrained his men (1 Samuel 24:6; 26:9). - His opening “But” signals a corrective: worldly thinking had crept in, and David redirects minds to the Lord. My brothers - David addresses the disgruntled warriors with familial warmth, dissolving potential factions. - Scripture often uses brotherly language to promote unity among God’s people (Psalm 133:1; Romans 12:10). - By calling them “brothers,” David reminds them that shared identity in the covenant matters more than spoils or status. You must not do this - A clear moral prohibition: the plan to exclude the exhausted men from the plunder is wrong. - God’s leaders must sometimes confront sin directly (2 Samuel 12:7; Galatians 2:11). - The standard is God’s justice, not military custom or majority vote. With what the LORD has given us - David roots his argument in divine ownership: every victory and all spoil belong first to God (Psalm 24:1; 1 Chronicles 29:14). - By saying “has given,” he acknowledges grace; the spoil is a gift, not a wage. - This viewpoint guards against pride and greed (Deuteronomy 8:17-18; James 1:17). He has protected us - Protection is credited to the Lord, not to tactical skill. - Earlier, David confessed, “The LORD who delivered me from the paw of the lion… will deliver me” (1 Samuel 17:37). The same faith undergirds today’s statement. - Dependence on divine shielding underlines every believer’s security (Psalm 18:2; 91:1-4). And delivered into our hands the raiders who came against us - Victory over the Amalekites is framed as God’s act: He “delivered” the enemy (1 Samuel 30:8). - This repeats a biblical pattern: the Lord gives enemies into Israel’s hand (Joshua 10:12; 2 Chronicles 20:15-17). - Because conquest is the Lord’s doing, its benefits must be shared according to His character—generous and just. summary David rebukes selfishness by spotlighting God’s grace: the spoil, the safety, and the success all come from the Lord. Recognizing divine provision compels generosity and unity among God’s people. (23) Ye shall not do so my brethren.--Translate "Do not so my brethren with that which the Lord hath given us," that is, "in respect to that which the Lord," &c. Ewald prefers to render the phrase as an ejaculatory oath, "By that which the Lord," &c. Some commentators here quote a passage from Polybius, where a similar scene is depicted as having taken place after the capture of Nova Carthago, where Publius Scipio decided that the spoil then taken should be divided equally among the troops that had been actually engaged, and the reserves and the sick among the soldiery, and those in the army who had been detached from the main body on special service.Verse 23, 24. - Ye shall not do so, my brethren. David rejects their unjust proposal kindly, but firmly. With that which. i.e. in respect of that which, etc. Who will hearken unto you in this matter? Literally, "this word," this proposal of yours. David then enacts that those left to guard the baggage are to share in the booty equally with the combatants. Patrick in his commentary quotes a similar rule enacted by Publius Scipio after the capture of New Carthage (Polybius, 10, 15:5).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew But Davidדָּוִ֔ד (dā·wiḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse said, וַיֹּ֣אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “My brothers, אֶחָ֑י (’e·ḥāy) Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common singular Strong's 251: A brother, ) you must not לֹֽא־ (lō-) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no do תַעֲשׂ֥וּ (ṯa·‘ă·śū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine plural Strong's 6213: To do, make this כֵ֖ן (ḵên) Adverb Strong's 3651: So -- thus with what אֲשֶׁר־ (’ă·šer-) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that the LORD יְהוָ֥ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel has given us. נָתַ֨ן (nā·ṯan) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5414: To give, put, set He has protected וַיִּשְׁמֹ֣ר (way·yiš·mōr) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 8104: To hedge about, guard, to protect, attend to us אֹתָ֔נוּ (’ō·ṯā·nū) Direct object marker | first person common plural Strong's 853: Untranslatable mark of the accusative case and delivered וַיִּתֵּ֗ן (way·yit·tên) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5414: To give, put, set into our hands בְּיָדֵֽנוּ׃ (bə·yā·ḏê·nū) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common plural Strong's 3027: A hand the raiders הַגְּד֛וּד (hag·gə·ḏūḏ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1416: A band, troop who came הַבָּ֥א (hab·bā) Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go against us. עָלֵ֖ינוּ (‘ā·lê·nū) Preposition | first person common plural Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against Links 1 Samuel 30:23 NIV1 Samuel 30:23 NLT 1 Samuel 30:23 ESV 1 Samuel 30:23 NASB 1 Samuel 30:23 KJV 1 Samuel 30:23 BibleApps.com 1 Samuel 30:23 Biblia Paralela 1 Samuel 30:23 Chinese Bible 1 Samuel 30:23 French Bible 1 Samuel 30:23 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Samuel 30:23 Then said David You shall not do (1Sa iSam 1 Sam i sa) |
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