16 Other Benjamites and some men from Judah also came to David in his stronghold.

Other Translations of 1 Chronicles 12:16

King James Version

16 And there came of the children of Benjamin and Judah to the hold unto David.

English Standard Version

16 And some of the men of Benjamin and Judah came to the stronghold to David.

The Message

16 There were also men from the tribes of Benjamin and Judah who joined David in his wilderness fortress.

New King James Version

16 Then some of the sons of Benjamin and Judah came to David at the stronghold.

New Living Translation

16 Others from Benjamin and Judah came to David at the stronghold.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 12:16

Commentary on 1 Chronicles 12:1-22

(Read 1 Chronicles 12:1-22)

Here is an account of those who appeared and acted as David's friends, while he was persecuted. No difficulties or dangers should keep the sinner from coming to the Savior, nor drive the believer from the path of duty. Those who break through, and overcome in these attempts, will find abundant recompence. From the words of Amasai we may learn how to testify our affection and allegiance to the Lord Jesus; his we must be throughly; on his side we must be forward to appear and act. If we are under the influence of the Spirit, we shall desire to have our lot among them, and to declare ourselves on their side; if in faith and love we embrace the cause of Christ, he will receive, employ, and advance us.