1 Samuel 30:30
New International Version
to those in Hormah, Bor Ashan, Athak

New Living Translation
Hormah, Bor-ashan, Athach,

English Standard Version
in Hormah, in Bor-ashan, in Athach,

Berean Standard Bible
to those in Hormah, Bor-ashan, and Athach;

King James Bible
And to them which were in Hormah, and to them which were in Chorashan, and to them which were in Athach,

New King James Version
those who were in Hormah, those who were in Chorashan, those who were in Athach,

New American Standard Bible
to those who were in Hormah, to those who were in Bor-ashan, to those who were in Athach,

NASB 1995
and to those who were in Hormah, and to those who were in Bor-ashan, and to those who were in Athach,

NASB 1977
and to those who were in Hormah, and to those who were in Bor-ashan, and to those who were in Athach,

Legacy Standard Bible
and to those who were in Hormah, and to those who were in Bor-ashan, and to those who were in Athach,

Amplified Bible
Hormah, Bor-ashan, Athach,

Christian Standard Bible
to those in Hormah, in Bor-ashan, and in Athach;

Holman Christian Standard Bible
to those in Hormah, in Bor-ashan, and in Athach;

American Standard Version
and to them that were in Hormah, and to them that were in Bor-ashan, and to them that were in Athach,

English Revised Version
and to them which were in Hormah, and to them which were in Cor-ashan, and to them which were in Athach;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Hormah, Borashan, Athach,

Good News Translation
and to the people in the towns of Hormah, Borashan, Athach,

International Standard Version
in Hormah, Bor-ashan, Athach,

Majority Standard Bible
to those in Hormah, Bor-ashan, and Athach;

NET Bible
for those in Hormah, Bor Ashan, Athach,

New Heart English Bible
and to those who were in Hormah, and to those who were in Bor Ashan, and to those who were in Athach,

Webster's Bible Translation
And to them who were in Hormah, and to them who were in Chor-ashan, and to them who were in Athach,

World English Bible
to those who were in Hormah, to those who were in Borashan, to those who were in Athach,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and to those in Hormah, and to those in Chor-Ashan, and to those in Athach,

Young's Literal Translation
and to those in Hormah, and to those in Chor-Ashan, and to those in Athach,

Smith's Literal Translation
And to those in Hormah, and to those in Chor-Ashan, and to those in Athach,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And that were in Arama, and that were in the lake Asan, and that were in Athach,

Catholic Public Domain Version
and who were in Hormah, and who were at the lake of Ashan, and who were in Athach,

New American Bible
Hormah, Borashan, Athach,

New Revised Standard Version
in Hormah, in Bor-ashan, in Athach,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And to those who were in Hirmah and to those who were in Bar-beshan and to those who were in Tanach

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And to those in Kherma and to those in Bireshan and to those in Tanak
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and to them that were in Hormah, and to them that were in Bor-ashan, and to them that were in Athach;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and to those in Jerimuth, and to those in Bersabee, and to those in Nombe,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Spoils are Divided
29to those in Racal and in the cities of the Jerahmeelites and Kenites; 30to those in Hormah, Bor-ashan, and Athach; 31and to those in Hebron and in all the places where David and his men had roamed.…

Cross References
Joshua 19:41-46
The territory of their inheritance included Zorah, Eshtaol, Ir-shemesh, / Shaalabbin, Aijalon, Ithlah, / Elon, Timnah, Ekron, ...

1 Chronicles 2:9-55
The sons who were born to Hezron: Jerahmeel, Ram, and Caleb. / Ram was the father of Amminadab, and Amminadab was the father of Nahshon, a leader of the descendants of Judah. / Nahshon was the father of Salmon, and Salmon was the father of Boaz. ...

1 Chronicles 4:31-33
Beth-marcaboth, Hazar-susim, Beth-biri, and Shaaraim. These were their cities until the reign of David. / And their villages were Etam, Ain, Rimmon, Tochen, and Ashan—five towns— / and all their surrounding villages as far as Baal. These were their settlements, and they kept a genealogical record:

1 Chronicles 12:20-22
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. / For at that time men came to David day after day to help him, until he had a great army, like the army of God.

2 Samuel 2:1-4
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. ...

2 Samuel 23:24-29
Now these were members of the Thirty: Asahel the brother of Joab, Elhanan son of Dodo of Bethlehem, / Shammah the Harodite, Elika the Harodite, / Helez the Paltite, Ira son of Ikkesh the Tekoite, ...

1 Kings 2:32-34
The LORD will bring his bloodshed back upon his own head, for without the knowledge of my father David he struck down two men more righteous and better than he when he put to the sword Abner son of Ner, commander of Israel’s army, and Amasa son of Jether, commander of Judah’s army. / Their blood will come back upon the heads of Joab and his descendants forever; but for David, his descendants, his house, and his throne, there shall be peace from the LORD forever.” / So Benaiah son of Jehoiada went up, struck down Joab, and killed him. He was buried at his own home in the wilderness.

1 Chronicles 11:26-47
Now these were the mighty men: Asahel the brother of Joab, Elhanan son of Dodo of Bethlehem, / Shammoth the Harorite, Helez the Pelonite, / Ira son of Ikkesh the Tekoite, Abiezer the Anathothite, ...

1 Chronicles 27:1-15
This is the list of the Israelites—the heads of families, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and their officers who served the king in every matter concerning the divisions on rotating military duty each month throughout the year. There were 24,000 men in each division: / Jashobeam son of Zabdiel was in charge of the first division, which was assigned the first month. There were 24,000 men in his division. / He was a descendant of Perez and chief of all the army commanders for the first month. ...

Nehemiah 11:25-30
As for the villages with their fields, some of the people of Judah lived in Kiriath-arba, Dibon, Jekabzeel, and their villages; / in Jeshua, Moladah, and Beth-pelet; / in Hazar-shual; in Beersheba and its villages; ...

Matthew 1:1-17
This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham: / Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers. / Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram. ...

Matthew 2:1-6
After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east arrived in Jerusalem, / asking, “Where is the One who has been born King of the Jews? We saw His star in the east and have come to worship Him.” / When King Herod heard this, he was disturbed, and all Jerusalem with him. ...

Luke 1:26-33
In the sixth month, God sent the angel Gabriel to a town in Galilee called Nazareth, / to a virgin pledged in marriage to a man named Joseph, who was of the house of David. And the virgin’s name was Mary. / The angel appeared to her and said, “Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you.” ...

Luke 2:1-7
Now in those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that a census should be taken of the whole empire. / This was the first census to take place while Quirinius was governor of Syria. / And everyone went to his own town to register. ...

John 7:42
Doesn’t the Scripture say that the Christ will come from the line of David and from Bethlehem, the village where David lived?”


Treasury of Scripture

And to them which were in Hormah, and to them which were in Chorashan, and to them which were in Athach,

Hormah

Joshua 19:4
And Eltolad, and Bethul, and Hormah,

Judges 1:17
And Judah went with Simeon his brother, and they slew the Canaanites that inhabited Zephath, and utterly destroyed it. And the name of the city was called Hormah.

Joshua 15:42
Libnah, and Ether, and Ashan,

Joshua 19:7
Ain, Remmon, and Ether, and Ashan; four cities and their villages:

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1 Samuel 30
1. The Amalekites raid Ziklag
4. 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














to those in Hormah
Hormah was a city in the southern part of ancient Israel, within the territory allotted to the tribe of Simeon. The name "Hormah" means "destruction" or "devotion to destruction," which is significant in biblical history. It was originally called Zephath and was destroyed by the Israelites during their conquest of Canaan (Numbers 21:3). This city represents a place of victory and judgment, as it was devoted to destruction in fulfillment of God's command. The mention of Hormah in this context highlights the ongoing relationship between David and the people of Judah, as he shares the spoils of his victory with them, fostering unity and support.

Bor-ashan
Bor-ashan is a less well-known location, and its exact site is not definitively identified today. The name may mean "well of smoke" or "pit of smoke," suggesting a place that might have been associated with a natural feature like a well or a pit. This location is mentioned in the context of David distributing the spoils of war, indicating that it was a place of significance for those receiving the gifts. The inclusion of Bor-ashan in the list of recipients underscores David's strategic and diplomatic efforts to strengthen alliances and support among the various settlements in the region.

and Athach
Athach is another location mentioned in the distribution of spoils by David. Like Bor-ashan, its precise location is not known today, and it is not frequently mentioned in biblical texts. The inclusion of Athach in this list suggests that it was a community of some importance or need, deserving of the gifts from David. This act of generosity by David can be seen as a foreshadowing of the kingly role he would later assume, as he demonstrates leadership qualities such as generosity, wisdom, and the ability to unify and support his people. This distribution of spoils also reflects the biblical principle of sharing blessings with others, as seen in the broader narrative of God's provision and care for His people.

Persons / Places / Events
1. David
The anointed future king of Israel, who is leading his men after a significant victory over the Amalekites.

2. Hormah
A city in the southern part of Judah, historically significant as a place of defeat and later victory for the Israelites.

3. Bor-ashan
A location mentioned in the context of David's distribution of spoils, though not much is known about it.

4. Athach
Another location receiving part of the spoils, indicating David's widespread influence and generosity.

5. The Amalekites
A nomadic tribe that had raided Ziklag, prompting David's pursuit and eventual victory.
Teaching Points
Generosity in Leadership
David's distribution of the spoils demonstrates a leader's responsibility to care for and support his people. Leaders today can learn from David's example of generosity and fairness.

Restoration and Reconciliation
By sending gifts to the elders of Judah, David not only restores what was lost but also strengthens relationships. This teaches the importance of reconciliation and community building.

God's Faithfulness in Victory
The victory over the Amalekites and the subsequent sharing of spoils remind us of God's faithfulness in delivering His people and providing for their needs.

Strategic Alliances
David's actions in sending gifts to various cities can be seen as a strategic move to solidify alliances and support for his future kingship. This highlights the importance of building strong, supportive relationships in our own lives.

Historical Significance and Memory
The mention of places like Hormah serves as a reminder of past victories and God's continued presence with His people. Reflecting on our own history can strengthen our faith and trust in God.(30) Hormah . . . Chor-ashan . . . Athach.--Hormah, called by the Canaanites Zephath, still exists in the modern village of Zep-ata. Chor-ashan is probably the same as Ashan (Joshua 15:30): it has not been discovered in modern times. Athach is quite unknown.

Verse 30. - Hormah. Anciently called Zephath. For the reason of the change of name see Judges 1:17. Chor-ashan. More correctly Cor-ashan, the same place as Ashan (Joshua 15:42), a Simeonite town (1 Chronicles 4:32) assigned to the priests (Joshua 6:59). Athach, never mentioned elsewhere, may be a false reading for Ether (Joshua 19:7).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
to those
וְלַאֲשֶׁ֧ר (wə·la·’ă·šer)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

in Hormah,
בְּחָרְמָ֛ה (bə·ḥā·rə·māh)
Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 2767: Hormah -- 'asylum', a place in Simeon

Bor-ashan,
עָשָׁ֖ן (‘ā·šān)
Preposition | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 3565: Chor-ashan

and Athach;
בַּעֲתָֽךְ׃ (ba·‘ă·ṯāḵ)
Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 6269: Athach -- a place in Judah


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