Bible Strands
1 Chronicles 12:16
Other Benjamites and some men from Judah also came to David in his stronghold.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Other Benjamites and men from Judah arrive at David's stronghold. This occurs immediately after warriors cross the overflowing Jordan in the first month to clear the surrounding valleys (1 Chronicles 12:15).
The words — The verse centers on וַיָּבֹאוּ (va-yavo'u, "and they came") and לַמְצָד (la-metsad, "to the fortress"). These terms denote the physical relocation of specific tribal groups toward a fortified location.
The thread — This verse continues the chronological inventory of David's expanding military support in 1 Chronicles 12. The arrival of these fighters directly precedes David's conditional reception of newcomers in the next passage (1 Chronicles 12:17).
Why it lands — The text records a concrete transfer of allegiance as tribal fighters physically move to David's fortified position. A reader must note that this physical gathering establishes the factual basis for David's subsequent demand for verified peace or warning of divine judgment.
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The Hebrew words
King James Version
And there came of the children of Benjamin and Judah to the hold unto David.