1 Samuel 18:16

1 Samuel 18:16 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

16But all Israel and Judah loved David, because he led them in their campaigns.

16But all Israel and Judah loved David, for he would go out to battle and 18:16 Lit come inreturn 18:16 Or leading thembefore them.

16But all Israel and Judah loved David, and he went out and came in before them.

16But all Israel and Judah loved David, because he publicly associated with them.

16But all Israel and Judah loved David, because he was leading them out to battle and back.

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16But all the troops of Israel and Judah loved David. That’s because he led them in battle.