The Philistine
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Goliath is described as standing nine feet, nine inches tall, wearing a coat of mail that weighed 125 pounds and carrying a spear that weighed 15 pounds. He was a formidable opponent indeed. He had presented himself to the army of Israel each morning and evening for forty days, and apparently David arrived on the final day (1 Samuel 17:16). Jesse chose just the right day to send David to the battlefield to carry food supplies to his three brothers and their commanding officer (1 Samuel 17:17–18). Unlike modern armies, soldiers in ancient armies had to provide their own rations and help provide for others.
Wiersbe, Warren W. Be Successful. Colorado Springs, CO: Victor/Cook Communications, 2001. Print. “Be” Commentary Series.
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