2 Samuel 21:20 · KJV

"And there was yet a battle in Gath, where was a man of great stature, that had on every hand six fingers, and on every foot six toes, four and twenty in number; and he also was born to the giant."

King James Version

Passage Context

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.

¹⁹And there was again a battle in Gob with the Philistines, where Elhanan the son of Jaare-oregim, a Beth-lehemite, slew the brother of Goliath the Gittite, the staff of whose spear was like a weaver's beam.

²⁰And there was yet a battle in Gath, where was a man of great stature, that had on every hand six fingers, and on every foot six toes, four and twenty in number; and he also was born to the giant.

²¹And when he defied Israel, Jonathan the son of Shimea the brother of David slew him.

²²These 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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Reflection Questions

How do you respond to challenges that seem insurmountable?

What does facing giants in your life look like for you?

When have you felt outmatched but found strength to overcome?

Life Application

courage

Face your fears with faith, knowing that you are not alone. Seek support from others when confronting your giants.

faith

Trust in God's strength when you feel weak. Remember that He equips you to face life's battles.

People in This Verse

JonathanOT

Jonathan, the son of Saul, was a close friend of David and known for his loyalty and bravery. His relationship with David exemplifies true friendship and sacrifice.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 18:1

Places in This Verse

Gath(Tell es-Safi today)

Gath was one of the five city-states of the Philistines. It is often associated with the story of Goliath and was known for its giants.

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