1 Samuel 30:31
New International Version
and Hebron; and to those in all the other places where he and his men had roamed.

New Living Translation
Hebron, and all the other places David and his men had visited.

English Standard Version
in Hebron, for all the places where David and his men had roamed.

Berean Standard Bible
and to those in Hebron and in all the places where David and his men had roamed.

King James Bible
And to them which were in Hebron, and to all the places where David himself and his men were wont to haunt.

New King James Version
those who were in Hebron, and to all the places where David himself and his men were accustomed to rove.

New American Standard Bible
to those who were in Hebron, and to all the places where David himself and his men walked.”

NASB 1995
and to those who were in Hebron, and to all the places where David himself and his men were accustomed to go.”

NASB 1977
and to those who were in Hebron, and to all the places where David himself and his men were accustomed to go.”

Legacy Standard Bible
and to those who were in Hebron, and to all the places where David himself and his men went about.”

Amplified Bible
Hebron, and for [those elders in] all the places where David himself and his men were accustomed to go.”

Christian Standard Bible
to those in Hebron, and to those in all the places where David and his men had roamed.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
to those in Hebron, and to those in all the places where David and his men had roamed.

American Standard Version
and to them that were in Hebron, and to all the places where David himself and his men were wont to haunt.

English Revised Version
and to them which were in Hebron, and to all the places where David himself and his men were wont to haunt.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Hebron, and to all the places David and his men visited from time to time.

Good News Translation
and Hebron. He sent it to all the places where he and his men had roamed.

International Standard Version
Hebron, and for all those places where David and his men had frequented."

Majority Standard Bible
and to those in Hebron and in all the places where David and his men had roamed.

NET Bible
and Hebron; and for those in whatever other places David and his men had traveled.

New Heart English Bible
and to those who were in Hebron, and to all the places where David himself and his men used to stay.

Webster's Bible Translation
And to them who were in Hebron, and to all the places where David himself and his men were accustomed to resort.

World English Bible
to those who were in Hebron, and to all the places where David himself and his men used to stay.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and to those in Hebron, and to all the places where David—he and his men—had gone up and down.

Young's Literal Translation
and to those in Hebron, and to all the places where David had gone up and down, he and his men.

Smith's Literal Translation
And to those in Hebron, and to all the places where David went about there, he and his men.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And that were in Hebron, and to the rest that were in those places, in which David had abode with his men.

Catholic Public Domain Version
and who were in Hebron, and to the remainder who were in those places where David had stayed, he and his men.

New American Bible
Hebron, and to all the places that David and his men had frequented.

New Revised Standard Version
in Hebron, all the places where David and his men had roamed.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And to those who were in Hebron and to all the places in which David and his men had traveled.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And to those in Khebrun and to all the regions where David had traveled, he and his men.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and to them that were in Hebron, and to all the places where David himself and his men were wont to haunt.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and to those in Chebron, and to all the places which David and his men had passed through.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
The Spoils are Divided
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 19:1-9
The second lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Simeon: Their inheritance lay within the territory of Judah / and included Beersheba (or Sheba), Moladah, / Hazar-shual, Balah, Ezem, ...

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. ...

1 Samuel 27:5-7
Then David said to Achish, “If I have found favor in your eyes, let me be assigned a place in one of the outlying towns, so I can live there. For why should your servant live in the royal city with you?” / That day Achish gave him Ziklag, and to this day it still belongs to the kings of Judah. / And the time that David lived in Philistine territory amounted to a year and four months.

1 Samuel 25:2-3
Now there was a man in Maon whose business was in Carmel. He was a very wealthy man with a thousand goats and three thousand sheep, which he was shearing in Carmel. / His name was Nabal, and his wife’s name was Abigail. She was an intelligent and beautiful woman, but her husband, a Calebite, was harsh and evil in his dealings.

1 Samuel 23:1-5
Now it was reported to David, “Look, the Philistines are fighting against Keilah and looting the threshing floors.” / So David inquired of the LORD, “Should I go and attack these Philistines?” And the LORD said to David, “Go and attack the Philistines and save Keilah.” / But David’s men said to him, “Look, we are afraid here in Judah; how much more if we go to Keilah against the armies of the Philistines?” ...

1 Samuel 15:6
And he warned the Kenites, “Since you showed kindness to all the Israelites when they came up out of Egypt, go on and get away from the Amalekites. Otherwise I will sweep you away with them.” So the Kenites moved away from the Amalekites.

1 Samuel 22:1-2
So David left Gath and took refuge in the cave of Adullam. When his brothers and the rest of his father’s household heard about it, they went down to him there. / And all who were distressed or indebted or discontented rallied around him, and he became their leader. About four hundred men were with him.

1 Samuel 18:12-16
So Saul was afraid of David, because the LORD was with David but had departed from Saul. / Therefore Saul sent David away and gave him command of a thousand men. David led the troops out to battle and back, / and he continued to prosper in all his ways, because the LORD was with him. ...

1 Samuel 16:1-13
Now the LORD said to Samuel, “How long are you going to mourn for Saul, since I have rejected him as king over Israel? Fill your horn with oil and go. I am sending you to Jesse of Bethlehem, for I have selected from his sons a king for Myself.” / “How can I go?” Samuel asked. “Saul will hear of it and kill me!” The LORD answered, “Take a heifer with you and say, ‘I have come to sacrifice to the LORD.’ / Then invite Jesse to the sacrifice, and I will show you what you are to do. You are to anoint for Me the one I indicate.” ...

1 Samuel 10:26
Saul also went to his home in Gibeah, and the men of valor whose hearts God had touched went with him.

1 Samuel 9:1-2
Now there was a Benjamite, a powerful man, whose name was Kish son of Abiel, the son of Zeror, the son of Becorath, the son of Aphiah of Benjamin. / And he had a son named Saul, choice and handsome, without equal among the Israelites—a head taller than any of the people.

1 Samuel 7:15-17
So Samuel judged Israel all the days of his life. / Every year he would go on a circuit from Bethel to Gilgal to Mizpah, judging Israel in all these places. / Then he would return to Ramah because his home was there, and there he judged Israel and built an altar to the LORD.

1 Samuel 3:19-21
And Samuel grew, and the LORD was with him, and He let none of Samuel’s words fall to the ground. / So all Israel from Dan to Beersheba knew that Samuel was confirmed as a prophet of the LORD. / And the LORD continued to appear at Shiloh, because there He revealed Himself to Samuel by His word.

1 Samuel 2:26
And the boy Samuel continued to grow in stature and in favor with the LORD and with man.


Treasury of Scripture

And to them which were in Hebron, and to all the places where David himself and his men were wont to haunt.

Hebron

Joshua 14:13,14
And Joshua blessed him, and gave unto Caleb the son of Jephunneh Hebron for an inheritance…

2 Samuel 2:1
And it came to pass after this, that David inquired of the LORD, saying, Shall I go up into any of the cities of Judah? And the LORD said unto him, Go up. And David said, Whither shall I go up? And he said, Unto Hebron.

2 Samuel 4:1
And when Saul's son heard that Abner was dead in Hebron, his hands were feeble, and all the Israelites were troubled.

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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














and to those in Hebron
Hebron holds significant historical and spiritual importance in the biblical narrative. The Hebrew root for Hebron is "חֶבְרוֹן" (Chevron), which means "association" or "alliance." Hebron was a city of refuge and a Levitical city, indicating its spiritual significance. It was also the place where Abraham settled and where the patriarchs were buried, making it a city rich in heritage and covenantal promise. David's sending of spoils to Hebron signifies his recognition of the city's importance and his desire to honor the alliances and spiritual heritage associated with it. This act foreshadows Hebron's future role as David's first capital when he becomes king over Judah.

and to those in all the places
This phrase underscores the widespread nature of David's generosity and the strategic alliances he maintained. The Hebrew word for "places" is "מְקוֹמוֹת" (mekomot), which can refer to locations or habitations. David's actions here reflect a leader who understands the importance of community and the need to maintain strong relationships with various groups. By sharing the spoils with these places, David not only rewards loyalty but also strengthens his political and social network, which is crucial for his future reign.

where David and his men had roamed
The word "roamed" in Hebrew is "הִתְהַלְּכוּ" (hithaleku), which implies movement, journeying, or wandering. This reflects the period of David's life when he was a fugitive, constantly on the move to evade King Saul. The phrase highlights the transient and often precarious nature of David's existence during this time. Despite the challenges, David's roaming was not aimless; it was a divinely guided journey that prepared him for leadership. The places where David and his men roamed became significant as they were witnesses to God's provision and protection. This phrase serves as a reminder of God's faithfulness during times of uncertainty and the importance of trusting in His guidance through life's journeys.

(31) Hebron.--Hebron is one of the most ancient known cities in the world. It is now called El-Khalil ("friend of God"), owing to Abraham's residence there. During the early years of David's rule, which followed the death of Saul, Hebron was the residence and royal city of David. Beneath the building of the present Mosque of Hebron is the famous Cave of Machpelah, where Abraham and Sarah and the patriarchs Isaac and Jacob, and his wife Leah, are buried.

Verse 31. - Hebron, destined soon to become David's capital (2 Samuel 2:1), lay about fourteen miles south of Jerusalem. For an account of it see Conder, 'Tent Work,' 2:79, sqq. In comparing the list of David's heroes (1 Chronicles 11:26-47) with this catalogue of friendly towns, it will be found that several of them came from them, and had probably shared his exile at Ziklag. Such were Ira and Gareb, Ithrites from Jattir, Shama and Jehiel from Aroer; perhaps also Zabdi the Shiphmite (1 Chronicles 27:27) came from Siphmoth. We find David in this narrative acting justly as a soldier, generously to those who had been kind to him in his wanderings, and forming friendships which he retained and cherished long afterwards, when from being a fugitive he had become a king.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
to those
וְלַאֲשֶׁ֖ר (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 Hebron,
בְּחֶבְר֑וֹן (bə·ḥeḇ·rō·wn)
Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 2275: Hebron -- 'association, league', a city in southern Judah

and to those in all
וּֽלְכָל־ (ū·lə·ḵāl-)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

the places
הַמְּקֹמ֛וֹת (ham·mə·qō·mō·wṯ)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 4725: A standing, a spot, a condition

where
אֲשֶֽׁר־ (’ă·šer-)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

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

and his men
וַאֲנָשָֽׁיו׃ (wa·’ă·nā·šāw)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person

had roamed.
הִתְהַלֶּךְ־ (hiṯ·hal·leḵ-)
Verb - Hitpael - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk


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