Bible Discussion Thread

When David went after Goliath, why did he choose five stones when one was all that he needed...?

If he went to fight Goliath with a sword, should he expect to put him down with the first hit? Not really, I think

Hello Wayne,

I just want to warn you to stay away from writings from Bullinger and other ultra-dispensationalists as they teach boat loads of error that contradict and do not align with Scripture although they claim to be the ones who truly rightly divide Scripture. Beware of such cultic groups.

Hello wayne When it comes to Gods word as originally given is perfect therefore even numbers have meaning. The number five

biblically means or represents grace i.e. five gift ministires in the church, pentecost started the fifth administration in the scripture.

I encourage you to view E.W.Bullingers number in scripture, very inspiring.

Hi David , Ive heard about the importance of numbers in scripture and there definately does seem to be some patterns and significance to them , however , there are certain people who twist these symbolic meanings and use them for their own agenda , they are known as numerologists and their beliefs and practices are definately not Christian . I think we all need to be aware of their evil intentions and give them a wide berth . I know thats not what you were referring to for sure you are a Christian brother , others , not so strong in faith , may be influenced and side tracked by these wicked people . Much love to you in Christ .

5 represents man, but as you know with Gods Power behind it , it would only take one.

That's a good question Wayne, as some might understand it as, David not having enough faith that only one stone would kill Goliath, therefore he needed extras.

When I read the whole passage in 1 Samuel chapter 17, I try to understand it according to what was normal practise using the skills developed for accurate use of the sling. David probably hunted quite often using such a method (or, to protect his flock) & would be normal for him to have more projectiles in his bag. He probably looked at this 'beast' confronting the army of Israel & cursing the God of Israel, with the same view. In fact, in verses 49 to 51, we read that in spite of David's accuracy in reaching his target, that single stone didn't kill Goliath, but certainly would have given him a severe head/brain trauma that dropped him to the ground. And since this was a duel to the death, & Goliath had not died, David proceeded to remove Goliath's sword & then use it to kill him & to decapitate him. Generally, we understand that it was the stone killed Goliath (v50), but verse 51 seems to suggest that Goliath met his death by his own sword in David's hand. Either could be correct, but only one stone was needed to fell the enemy.