1 Samuel 17:41

41 The Pelishti came on and drew near to David; and the man who bore the shield went before him.

1 Samuel 17:41 Meaning and Commentary

1 Samuel 17:41

And the Philistine came on, and drew near unto David
By slow paces, because of the weight of his armour, and bulk of his body, yet with a haughty air, and a proud gait:

and the man that bare the shield [went] before him;
(See Gill on 1 Samuel 17:7).

1 Samuel 17:41 In-Context

39 David girded his sword on his clothing, and he tried to go; for he had not proved it. David said to Sha'ul, I can't go with these; for I have not proved them. David put them off him.

40 He took his staff in his hand, and chose him five smooth stones out of the brook, and put them in the shepherd's bag which he had, even in his wallet; and his sling was in his hand: and he drew near to the Pelishti.

41 The Pelishti came on and drew near to David; and the man who bore the shield went before him.

42 When the Pelishti looked about, and saw David, he disdained him; for he was but a youth, and ruddy, and withal of a fair face.

43 The Pelishti said to David, Am I a dog, that you come to me with sticks? The Pelishti cursed David by his gods.