2 Samuel 5:23

Conservative English Version

David asked the LORD what he should do, and the LORD answered: Don't attack them from the front. Circle around behind and attack from among the balsam trees.

Cross References

2 Samuel 2:1

Later, David asked the LORD, "Should I go back to one of the towns of Judah?" The LORD answered, "Yes." David asked, "Which town should I go to?" "Go to Hebron," the LORD replied.

2 Samuel 5:19

David asked the LORD, "Should I attack the Philistines? Will you let me win?" The LORD told David, "Attack! I will let you win."

1 Chronicles 14:14

David asked God what he should do, and God answered, "Don't attack them from the front. Circle around behind them where the balsam trees are.

Joshua 8:2

(SEE 8:1)

Joshua 8:7

you come out of hiding. The LORD our God will help you capture the town.

1 Samuel 22:15

This isn't the first time I've talked with God for David, and it's never made you angry before! Please don't accuse me or my family like this. I have no idea what's going on!"

1 Samuel 23:2

David asked the LORD, "Should I attack these Philistines?" "Yes," the LORD answered. "Attack them and rescue Keilah."