1 Samuel 29:10
Wherefore now rise up early in the morning with thy master's servants that are come with thee: and as soon as ye be up early in the morning, and have light, depart.
Original Language Analysis
וְעַתָּה֙
H6258
וְהִשְׁכַּמְתֶּ֣ם
Wherefore now rise up early
H7925
וְהִשְׁכַּמְתֶּ֣ם
Wherefore now rise up early
Strong's:
H7925
Word #:
2 of 13
literally, to load up (on the back of man or beast), i.e., to start early in the morning
בַּבֹּ֔קֶר
in the morning
H1242
בַּבֹּ֔קֶר
in the morning
Strong's:
H1242
Word #:
3 of 13
properly, dawn (as the break of day); generally, morning
אֲדֹנֶ֖יךָ
with thy master's
H113
אֲדֹנֶ֖יךָ
with thy master's
Strong's:
H113
Word #:
5 of 13
sovereign, i.e., controller (human or divine)
אֲשֶׁר
H834
אֲשֶׁר
Strong's:
H834
Word #:
6 of 13
who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc
בָּ֣אוּ
that are come
H935
בָּ֣אוּ
that are come
Strong's:
H935
Word #:
7 of 13
to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)
אִתָּ֑ךְ
H854
אִתָּ֑ךְ
Strong's:
H854
Word #:
8 of 13
properly, nearness (used only as a preposition or an adverb), near; hence, generally, with, by, at, among, etc
וְהִשְׁכַּמְתֶּ֣ם
Wherefore now rise up early
H7925
וְהִשְׁכַּמְתֶּ֣ם
Wherefore now rise up early
Strong's:
H7925
Word #:
9 of 13
literally, to load up (on the back of man or beast), i.e., to start early in the morning
בַּבֹּ֔קֶר
in the morning
H1242
בַּבֹּ֔קֶר
in the morning
Strong's:
H1242
Word #:
10 of 13
properly, dawn (as the break of day); generally, morning
Historical Context
Early morning departure was standard for military movements, allowing maximum daylight travel. David's honorable discharge with clear instructions prevented any later accusation of abandonment or treachery.
Questions for Reflection
- How do practical arrangements help navigate the conclusion of difficult situations?
- What role do timing and visibility play in maintaining honor amid complex circumstances?
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Analysis & Commentary
Achish's final instructions establish the practical arrangements for David's departure. The phrase 'thy master's servants that are come with thee' (Hebrew: 'avdey adonekha') may refer to David's men as servants of Saul (their former allegiance) or as David's own followers. The instruction to leave at first light ensures David's departure is orderly and visible, preventing any accusation of desertion. The practical details conclude the diplomatic resolution that saves David from his impossible situation.