These four were born to the giant in Gath, and fell by the hand of David, and by the hand of his servants.
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Interpretation
These events seem to have taken place towards the end of David's reign. David fainted, but he did not flee, and God sent help in the time of need.
Glossary
- David Person
- Beloved, the eighth and youngest son of Jesse, a citizen of Bethlehem. His father seems to have been a man in humble life. His mother’s name is not recorded. Some think she was the Nahash of 2 Sam. 17:25 .
- Gath Place
- Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Tell es Safi.