1 Samuel 5:10 Meaning and Explanation
“Therefore they sent the ark of God to Ekron. And it came to pass, as the ark of God came to Ekron, that the Ekronites cried out, saying, They have brought about the ark of the God of Israel to us, to slay us and our people.”
King James Version (KJV)
Read this verse in context with translation switching:
Read Full Chapter →When the ark is sent on to Ekron, its people cry out in terror that it has come to kill them.
What Does 1 Samuel 5:10 Mean?
The ark is moved a third time, now to Ekron. But word of what happened at Ashdod and Gath has gone ahead, and the Ekronites meet it with dread. They cry out that the ark has been brought to slay them and their people — a confession of fear before any blow has fallen. The reputation of the Lord now precedes His presence.
Their outcry shows how thoroughly the Lord has made Himself known among His enemies. What began as a trophy has become a terror. Yet fear alone is not faith. The Ekronites tremble before the God of Israel but do not turn to Him; they only want Him removed. The chapter keeps holding up the difference between dreading God and coming to Him.
Frequently Asked Questions About 1 Samuel 5:10
What does 1 Samuel 5:10 mean?
When the ark is sent on to Ekron, its people cry out in terror that it has come to kill them.