1 Samuel 17: David & Goliath Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Who was preparing for battle?

The Israelites and Philistines

Where did the Israelites pitch camp?

By the valley of Elah

Where did the Philistines pitch camp?

Between Shochoh and Azekah, in Ephesdammim

What did the Bible call Goliath?

Champion Signup and view all the answers

Where was Goliath from?

Gath Signup and view all the answers

How tall was Goliath?

6 cubits and a span (9' 9" tall) Signup and view all the answers

What was Goliath's helmet made of?

Brass Signup and view all the answers

What type of coat was Goliath wearing?

Coat of mail Signup and view all the answers

How much did Goliath's coat of mail weigh?

5,000 shekels of brass Signup and view all the answers

What did Goliath wear on his legs?

Greaves of brass Signup and view all the answers

What did Goliath have on between his shoulders/on his chest?

Target of brass Signup and view all the answers

What was the staff of Goliath's spear like?

A weaver's beam Signup and view all the answers

How much did Goliath's spear weigh?

600 shekels of iron Signup and view all the answers

What did Goliath say to the Israelites?

Choose a man. If he be able to fight with me, and to kill me, then will we be your servants: but if I prevail against him, and kill him, then shall ye be our servants and serve us. Signup and view all the answers

How many sons did Jesse have?

Eight Signup and view all the answers

What are the names of the oldest sons of Jesse who went to battle?

Eliab, Abinadab, and Shammah Signup and view all the answers

Who was the oldest son of Jesse?

Eliab Signup and view all the answers

Who was the youngest son of Jesse?

David Signup and view all the answers

What did David do after he returned from following King Saul?

He fed his father's sheep. Signup and view all the answers

How many days did Goliath present himself?

Forty days Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesse ask David to take to his brothers?

An ephah of parched corn and ten loaves Signup and view all the answers

What did he take to the captains of their thousand?

Ten cheeses Signup and view all the answers

What was David to bring back?

Their pledge Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the valley where Saul and the men of Israel were fighting?

Elah Signup and view all the answers

Who did David leave his father's sheep with?

A keeper Signup and view all the answers

Who did David leave his carriage with?

The keeper Signup and view all the answers

What did Saul promise to give the man who killed Goliath?

Great riches, his daughter, and make his father's house free in Israel. Signup and view all the answers

What did David say the people should not do because of this Philistine?

Let no man's heart fail. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Saul say that David was not able to go against Goliath?

For thou art but a youth, and he a man of war from his youth. Signup and view all the answers

What two things did David say he had killed before?

A lion and a bear Signup and view all the answers

Who did David say delivered him out of the paw of the bear and lion, and would also deliver him out of the hands of Goliath?

The Lord Signup and view all the answers

What did Saul give David for the battle?

His armor; helmet of brass and coat of mail Signup and view all the answers

After receiving Saul's armor what did David do?

He said, 'I cannot go with these; for I have not proved them.' And David put them off him. Signup and view all the answers

Where did David put the 5 smooth stones from the brook?

In a shepherd's bag in a pouch or scrip. Signup and view all the answers

What question did Goliath ask David before their battle?

Am I a dog, that you come with staves (sticks) Signup and view all the answers

Where did David hit Goliath with the stone?

In the forehead Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Preparation for Battle

Israelites and Philistines prepared for battle near Elah.
Israelites camped by the valley of Elah; Philistines camped between Shochoh and Azekah.

Goliath's Profile

Known as the "champion" of the Philistines, standing 9 feet 9 inches tall.
Originated from Gath, wearing a brass helmet and a coat of mail weighing 5,000 shekels of brass.
Equipped with brass greaves and a brass target on his chest, with a spear resembling a weaver's beam, weighing 600 shekels of iron.

Goliath’s Challenge

Challenged the Israelites to send a man to fight him, proposing servitude to the victor's side (1 Samuel 17:8-9).
Presented himself for battle over 40 days, instilling fear in the Israelite army.

Jesse's Family and David's Role

Jesse had eight sons; the three oldest, Eliab, Abinadab, and Shammah, went to battle.
David, the youngest son, returned from tending to his father's sheep before venturing to the battlefield.

David's Mission

Jesse sent David to deliver provisions (parched corn, loaves, and cheeses) to his brothers and the captains.
David left his sheep with a keeper and carried his provisions to the front line.

Saul's Offer and David's Courage

King Saul promised great riches, his daughter, and freedom for David's family in exchange for killing Goliath.
David encouraged the Israelites not to fear Goliath, asserting his capability due to his past victories against a lion and a bear.

David’s Preparation for Battle

Though offered Saul's armor, David found it untested and chose to rely on his shepherd’s tools.
He selected five smooth stones from the brook and placed them in a pouch.

The Confrontation

Goliath mocked David, questioning his approach with mere sticks.
David struck Goliath in the forehead with a stone, leading to his defeat.

Aftermath of the Battle

The Philistines fled upon seeing Goliath fall, signaling a victorious moment for the Israelites.

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Test your knowledge of the famous biblical story of David and Goliath from 1 Samuel 17. These flashcards cover key details about the characters, locations, and events leading up to the battle. Perfect for Bible study or review.