1 Samuel 5 Study Notes

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5:7-8 The Philistine rulers were the governors of the towns in the confederation listed in 6:17. Perhaps Gath, located more than twenty miles away at the mouth of the Elah Valley, was on friendlier terms with Israel (21:10; 27:3; 2Sm 15:18; 1Kg 2:39), prompting relocation of the ark.

5:9 The Philistines’ plan failed as God then brought the tumors to Gath.

5:10-11 The Philistine citizens of Ekron, located ten miles north of Gath, cried out (see note at 4:13) in fear of their lives when the ark of . . . God came to their city.

5:12 On outcry, see note at 4:13.

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