2 Samuel 23:10

Arabic Bible AVD 1999 (الكتاب المقدس)

أَمَّا هُوَ فَأَقَامَ وَضَرَبَ ٱلْفِلِسْطِينِيِّينَ حَتَّى كَلَّتْ يَدُهُ، وَلَصِقَتْ يَدُهُ بِٱلسَّيْفِ، وَصَنَعَ ٱلرَّبُّ خَلَاصًا عَظِيمًا فِي ذَلِكَ ٱلْيَوْمِ، وَرَجَعَ ٱلشَّعْبُ وَرَاءَهُ لِلنَّهْبِ فَقَطْ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes a heroic act where a warrior fought the Philistines until his hand was so tired it clung to his sword. God helped him win a great victory, and the people followed him to collect spoils. It highlights the power of God and human determination.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing a game where you have to clean up your room as fast as you can. You work so hard that your arms get really tired, but you keep going until your room is super clean. That's kind of like what this brave warrior did, but with fighting bad guys!

Historical Background

This verse is from the Book of Samuel, written around the 7th century BC, possibly by the prophet Samuel or other scribes. It was written for the Israelite people to remember their history and the great acts of God and His heroes.

Living It Out Today

In modern life, this can be seen as a reminder to persevere in our tasks, no matter how difficult. Just like the warrior who didn't stop until his hand was weary, we should keep going even when things get tough, trusting that our efforts can bring about great results.

Topics

• faith
• victory
• perseverance
• God's power
• heroism
• spoils of war

Related Verses

• Exodus 14:14
• 1 Samuel 17:34-37
• Judges 7:20
• 2 Chronicles 20:17
• Luke 11:20

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the warrior mentioned in this verse?

The warrior is likely a figure from the time of King David, known for his bravery and strength in battles against the Philistines.

What does it mean to 'cling to the sword'?

It means the warrior was so tired from fighting that his hand was stuck to the handle of the sword, showing extreme exhaustion but also perseverance.

How does this verse relate to faith?

This verse shows that God can work through human effort and faith, bringing victory even when the odds seem insurmountable.

Why is the victory described as 'great'?

The victory is described as great because it not only defeated the enemy but also led to spoils, indicating a significant and prosperous outcome for the Israelites.