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NASB | 1 Samuel 17:40 He took his stick in his hand and chose for himself five smooth stones from the brook, and put them in the shepherd's bag which he had, even in his pouch, and his sling was in his hand; and he approached the Philistine. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Samuel 17:40 Then he took his [shepherd's] staff in his hand and chose for himself five smooth stones out of the stream bed, and put them in his shepherd's bag which he had, that is, in his shepherd's pouch. With his sling in his hand, he approached the Philistine. |
Bible Question: Is there any significance to David choosing 5 stones. Some have speculated the other 4 were for Goliath's brothers. Any bibilical proof for that? |
Bible Answer: Greetings Psalm46! According to the Jamieson, Fausset and Brown Commentary, "David chose five stones, as a reserve, in case the first should fail." Yes, it has been suggested that David chose for himself five smooth stones, symbolizing the death and defeat of Goliath and his brothers at the hand of David and his army. However, there is nothing within the text to suggest that Goliath's brothers were present to witness this "showdown" between David and Goliath. Also, there is nothing to suggest how David could have possibly known that Goliath had four brothers. So I believe that he took five smooth stones to ensure that he had enough 'ammunition' to carry out his mission, if he were to miss. For more on Goliath and his brothers, please do a 'Search' at the right and I'm sure that you will be able to pull up plenty of information. Blessings to you, Nolan |
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