2 Samuel 10:15
New International Version
After the Arameans saw that they had been routed by Israel, they regrouped.

New Living Translation
The Arameans now realized that they were no match for Israel. So when they regrouped,

English Standard Version
But when the Syrians saw that they had been defeated by Israel, they gathered themselves together.

Berean Standard Bible
When the Arameans saw that they had been defeated by Israel, they regrouped.

King James Bible
And when the Syrians saw that they were smitten before Israel, they gathered themselves together.

New King James Version
When the Syrians saw that they had been defeated by Israel, they gathered together.

New American Standard Bible
When the Arameans saw that they had been defeated by Israel, they assembled together.

NASB 1995
When the Arameans saw that they had been defeated by Israel, they gathered themselves together.

NASB 1977
When the Arameans saw that they had been defeated by Israel, they gathered themselves together.

Legacy Standard Bible
Then the Arameans saw that they had been defeated by Israel. So they gathered themselves together.

Amplified Bible
When the Arameans saw that they were defeated by Israel, they gathered together.

Christian Standard Bible
When the Arameans saw that they had been defeated by Israel, they regrouped.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
When the Arameans saw that they had been defeated by Israel, they regrouped.

American Standard Version
And when the Syrians saw that they were put to the worse before Israel, they gathered themselves together.

Contemporary English Version
The Arameans realized they had lost the battle, so they brought all their troops together again.

English Revised Version
And when the Syrians saw that they were put to the worse before Israel, they gathered themselves together.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Realizing that Israel had defeated them, the Arameans reassembled [their troops].

Good News Translation
The Syrians realized that they had been defeated by the Israelites, and so they called all their troops together.

International Standard Version
After the Arameans realized that they had been defeated by Israel, they regrouped.

Majority Standard Bible
When the Arameans saw that they had been defeated by Israel, they regrouped.

NET Bible
When the Arameans realized that they had been defeated by Israel, they consolidated their forces.

New Heart English Bible
When the Arameans saw that they were defeated by the children of Israel, they gathered themselves together.

Webster's Bible Translation
And when the Syrians saw that they were smitten before Israel, they assembled themselves.

World English Bible
When the Syrians saw that they were defeated by Israel, they gathered themselves together.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Aram sees that it is struck before Israel, and they are gathered together;

Young's Literal Translation
And Aram seeth that it is smitten before Israel, and they are gathered together;

Smith's Literal Translation
And Aram will see that he was smitten before Israel, and they will be gathered together.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Then the Syrians seeing that they had fallen before Israel, gathered themselves together.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And so, the Syrians, seeing that they had fallen before Israel, gathered themselves together.

New American Bible
Seeing themselves vanquished by Israel, the Arameans held a full muster of troops.

New Revised Standard Version
But when the Arameans saw that they had been defeated by Israel, they gathered themselves together.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And when the Arameans saw that they were defeated before Israel, they gathered themselves together.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Adum saw that he was defeated before the sons of Israel, and they gathered as one
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And when the Arameans saw that they were put to the worse before Israel, they gathered themselves together.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the Syrians saw that they were worsted before Israel, and they gathered themselves together.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
David Defeats Ammon and Aram
14When the Ammonites saw that the Arameans had fled, they too fled before Abishai, and they entered the city. So Joab returned from fighting against the Ammonites and came to Jerusalem. 15When the Arameans saw that they had been defeated by Israel, they regrouped. 16Hadadezer sent messengers to bring more Arameans from beyond the Euphrates, and they came to Helam with Shobach the commander of Hadadezer’s army leading them.…

Cross References
1 Chronicles 19:16
When the Arameans saw that they had been defeated by Israel, they sent messengers to bring more Arameans from beyond the Euphrates, with Shophach the commander of Hadadezer’s army leading them.

2 Samuel 8:3-8
David also defeated Hadadezer son of Rehob, king of Zobah, who had marched out to restore his dominion along the Euphrates River. / David captured from him a thousand chariots, seven thousand charioteers, and twenty thousand foot soldiers, and he hamstrung all the horses except a hundred he kept for the chariots. / When the Arameans of Damascus came to help King Hadadezer of Zobah, David struck down twenty-two thousand of their men. ...

1 Chronicles 18:3-8
As far as Hamath, David also defeated King Hadadezer of Zobah, who had marched out to establish his dominion along the Euphrates River. / David captured from him a thousand chariots, seven thousand charioteers, and twenty thousand foot soldiers, and he hamstrung all the horses except a hundred he kept for the chariots. / When the Arameans of Damascus came to help King Hadadezer of Zobah, David struck down twenty-two thousand of their men. ...

2 Samuel 5:17-25
When the Philistines heard that David had been anointed king over Israel, they all went in search of him; but David learned of this and went down to the stronghold. / Now the Philistines had come and spread out in the Valley of Rephaim. / So David inquired of the LORD, “Should I go up against the Philistines? Will You deliver them into my hand?” “Go up,” replied the LORD, “for I will surely deliver the Philistines into your hand.” ...

1 Chronicles 14:8-17
When the Philistines heard that David had been anointed king over all Israel, they all went in search of him; but David learned of this and went out to face them. / Now the Philistines had come and raided the Valley of Rephaim. / So David inquired of God, “Should I go up against the Philistines? Will You deliver them into my hand?” “Go,” replied the LORD, “for I will deliver them into your hand.” ...

2 Samuel 21:15-22
Once again the Philistines waged war against Israel, and David and his servants went down and fought against the Philistines. But David became exhausted. / Then Ishbi-benob, a descendant of Rapha, whose bronze spear weighed three hundred shekels and who was bearing a new sword, resolved to kill David. / But Abishai son of Zeruiah came to his aid, struck the Philistine, and killed him. Then David’s men swore to him, “You must never again go out with us to battle, so that the lamp of Israel may not be extinguished.” ...

1 Chronicles 20:4-8
Some time later, war broke out with the Philistines at Gezer. At that time Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Sippai, a descendant of the Rephaim, and the Philistines were subdued. / Once again there was a battle with the Philistines, and Elhanan son of Jair killed Lahmi the brother of Goliath the Gittite, the shaft of whose spear was like a weaver’s beam. / And there was also a battle at Gath, where there was a man of great stature with six fingers on each hand and six toes on each foot—twenty-four in all. He too was descended from Rapha, ...

2 Kings 7:6-7
For the Lord had caused the Arameans to hear the sound of chariots, horses, and a great army, so that they said to one another, “Look, the king of Israel must have hired the kings of the Hittites and Egyptians to attack us.” / Thus the Arameans had arisen and fled at twilight, abandoning their tents and horses and donkeys. The camp was intact, and they had run for their lives.

Psalm 2:1-3
Why do the nations rage and the peoples plot in vain? / The kings of the earth take their stand and the rulers gather together, against the LORD and against His Anointed One: / “Let us break Their chains and cast away Their cords.”

Isaiah 7:1-9
Now in the days that Ahaz son of Jotham, the son of Uzziah, was king of Judah, Rezin king of Aram marched up to wage war against Jerusalem. He was accompanied by Pekah son of Remaliah the king of Israel, but he could not overpower the city. / When it was reported to the house of David that Aram was in league with Ephraim, the hearts of Ahaz and his people trembled like trees in the forest shaken by the wind. / Then the LORD said to Isaiah, “Go out with your son Shear-jashub to meet Ahaz at the end of the aqueduct that feeds the upper pool, on the road to the Launderer’s Field, ...

Isaiah 8:9-10
Huddle together, O peoples, and be shattered; pay attention, all you distant lands; prepare for battle, and be shattered; prepare for battle, and be shattered! / Devise a plan, but it will be thwarted; state a proposal, but it will not happen. For God is with us.”

Isaiah 31:1-3
Woe to those who go down to Egypt for help, who rely on horses, who trust in their abundance of chariots and in their multitude of horsemen. They do not look to the Holy One of Israel; they do not seek the LORD. / Yet He too is wise and brings disaster; He does not call back His words. He will rise up against the house of the wicked and against the allies of evildoers. / But the Egyptians are men, not God; their horses are flesh, not spirit. When the LORD stretches out His hand, the helper will stumble, and the one he helps will fall; both will perish together.

Jeremiah 46:3-12
“Deploy your shields, small and large; advance for battle! / Harness the horses; mount the steeds; take your positions with helmets on! Polish your spears; put on armor! / Why am I seeing this? They are terrified, they are retreating; their warriors are defeated, they flee in haste without looking back; terror is on every side!” declares the LORD. ...

Ezekiel 38:1-23
And the word of the LORD came to me, saying, / “Son of man, set your face against Gog of the land of Magog, the chief prince of Meshech and Tubal. Prophesy against him / and declare that this is what the Lord GOD says: Behold, I am against you, O Gog, chief prince of Meshech and Tubal. ...

Matthew 24:6-7
You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed. These things must happen, but the end is still to come. / Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be famines and earthquakes in various places.


Treasury of Scripture

And when the Syrians saw that they were smitten before Israel, they gathered themselves together.

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Psalm 2:1
Why do the heathen rage, and the people imagine a vain thing?

Isaiah 8:9,10
Associate yourselves, O ye people, and ye shall be broken in pieces; and give ear, all ye of far countries: gird yourselves, and ye shall be broken in pieces; gird yourselves, and ye shall be broken in pieces…

Micah 4:11,12
Now also many nations are gathered against thee, that say, Let her be defiled, and let our eye look upon Zion…

Zechariah 14:2,3
For I will gather all nations against Jerusalem to battle; and the city shall be taken, and the houses rifled, and the women ravished; and half of the city shall go forth into captivity, and the residue of the people shall not be cut off from the city…

Revelation 19:19-21
And I saw the beast, and the kings of the earth, and their armies, gathered together to make war against him that sat on the horse, and against his army…

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2 Samuel 10
1. David's messengers, sent to comfort Hanun are villainously treated
6. The Ammonites, strengthened by the Syrians, overcome by Joab and Abishai
15. Shobuch, making a new supply of the Syrains at Helam, is slain by David














When the Arameans saw
The Arameans, also known as Syrians, were a significant group in the ancient Near East. Their recognition of defeat is crucial, as it reflects a moment of realization and vulnerability. The Hebrew root for "saw" (רָאָה, ra'ah) implies not just physical sight but also understanding and perception. This suggests a deeper acknowledgment of their situation, which is pivotal in the narrative. Historically, the Arameans were often in conflict with Israel, and this verse marks a turning point in their military engagements.

that they had been defeated
The term "defeated" (נָגַף, nagaph) in Hebrew conveys a sense of being struck down or smitten. This defeat is not merely a loss in battle but a significant blow to their pride and power. In the biblical context, such defeats often serve as a demonstration of God's sovereignty and the fulfillment of His promises to Israel. Theologically, it underscores the idea that those who oppose God's chosen people ultimately face divine retribution.

by Israel
Israel, the chosen nation of God, is central to the biblical narrative. This phrase highlights the divine favor and protection over Israel, as they are victorious against their enemies. The historical context of Israel during the time of King David is one of expansion and consolidation of power, often attributed to God's covenant with David. This victory is a testament to God's faithfulness to His people.

they regrouped
The act of regrouping (אָסַף, asaph) indicates a strategic response to their defeat. It shows resilience and a refusal to accept total defeat. In a broader spiritual sense, this can be seen as a metaphor for the persistence of opposition against God's plans. However, it also serves as a reminder of the need for vigilance and reliance on God, as the enemy often seeks to regroup and attack again. Historically, this regrouping sets the stage for further conflicts, emphasizing the ongoing struggle between Israel and its neighbors.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
When the Arameans
אֲרָ֔ם (’ă·rām)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 758: Aram -- Syria

saw
וַיַּ֣רְא (way·yar)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 7200: To see

that
כִּ֥י (kî)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction

they had been defeated
נִגַּ֖ף (nig·gap̄)
Verb - Nifal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5062: To push, gore, defeat, stub, inflict

by
לִפְנֵ֣י (lip̄·nê)
Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct
Strong's 6440: The face

Israel,
יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל (yiś·rā·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc

they regrouped.
וַיֵּאָסְפ֖וּ (way·yê·’ā·sə·p̄ū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 622: To gather for, any purpose, to receive, take away, remove


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