10 Then the Philistine said, "This day I defy the armies of Israel! Give me a man and let us fight each other."

Other Translations of 1 Samuel 17:10

King James Version

10 And the Philistine said, I defy the armies of Israel this day; give me a man, that we may fight together.

English Standard Version

10 And the Philistine said, "I defy the ranks of Israel this day. Give me a man, that we may fight together."

The Message

10 I challenge the troops of Israel this day. Give me a man. Let us fight it out together!"

New King James Version

10 And the Philistine said, "I defy the armies of Israel this day; give me a man, that we may fight together."

New Living Translation

10 I defy the armies of Israel today! Send me a man who will fight me!"

Matthew Henry's Commentary on 1 Samuel 17:10

Commentary on 1 Samuel 17:1-11

(Read 1 Samuel 17:1-11)

Men so entirely depend upon God in all things, that when he withdraws his help, the most valiant and resolute cannot find their hearts or hands, as daily experience shows.