2 Samuel 21:16 · KJV
"And Ishbi-benob, which was of the sons of the giant, the weight of whose spear weighed three hundred shekels of brass in weight, he being girded with a new sword, thought to have slain David."
King James Version
What does 2 Samuel 21:16 mean? →Passage Context
14And the bones of Saul and Jonathan his son buried they in the country of Benjamin in Zelah, in the sepulchre of Kish his father: and they performed all that the king commanded. And after that God was intreated for the land.
15Moreover the Philistines had yet war again with Israel; and David went down, and his servants with him, and fought against the Philistines: and David waxed faint.
16And Ishbi-benob, which was of the sons of the giant, the weight of whose spear weighed three hundred shekels of brass in weight, he being girded with a new sword, thought to have slain David.
17But Abishai the son of Zeruiah succoured him, and smote the Philistine, and killed him. Then the men of David sware unto him, saying, Thou shalt go no more out with us to battle, that thou quench not the light of Israel.
18And it came to pass after this, that there was again a battle with the Philistines at Gob: then Sibbechai the Hushathite slew Saph, which was of the sons of the giant.
Reflection Questions
1
How do you respond to challenges that seem overwhelming?
2
What does it mean for you to face your giants?
3
When have you felt the need for support in difficult times?
Life Application
faith
Trust in God when facing seemingly insurmountable challenges. Seek strength in your faith community.
courage
Identify a 'giant' in your life and strategize how to confront it with faith and support.
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