The Philistine
The Philistine Excerpt 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 ( 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 ( vv . 17–18 ). Unlike modern armies, soldiers in ancient armies had to provide their own rations and help provide for others. More Wiersbe, Warren W. Be Successful . Colorado Springs, CO: Victor/Cook Communications, 2001. Print. “Be” Commentary Series.