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  2. www.deseret.com › 2007/7/19 › 20030276Strange but true: Physics explains how David slew Goliath

    Jul 19, 2007 · Question: In the classic biblical confrontation, how did little David manage to defeat Goliath using just a sling? Answer: For 40 days the giant Philistine had challenged the Israelis, but none had dared take up the fight until David stepped forth. He chose five smooth stones from a brook and walked into range, keeping safe because Goliath's ...

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  4. hermeneutics.stackexchange.com › questions › 46903Did David kill Goliath twice? - Biblical Hermeneutics Stack ...

    Apr 11, 2020 · In 1 Samuel 17:50, it says David prevailed by striking down Goliath with a sling and stone and killing him. In the next sentence, it says David grabbed Goliath’s sword and killed him.

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  6. biblequeue.com › david-and-goliath-slingshotDavid and Goliath Slingshot: Unraveling the Timeless Tale

    Sep 6, 2023 · The David and Goliath slingshot was not only a powerful weapon, but also remarkable for its accuracy and range. David’s skillful use of the slingshot allowed him to defeat the Philistine giant Goliath, who was armed with heavy armor and a spear.

  7. www.biblegateway.com › passage1 Samuel 17:32-50 NLT - David Kills Goliath - “Don’t worry ...

    The stone sank in, and Goliath stumbled and fell face down on the ground. 50 So David triumphed over the Philistine with only a sling and a stone, for he had no sword. Read full chapter

  8. www.biblegateway.com › passage1 Samuel 17:41-52 GNT - David Defeats Goliath - The ...

    It hit him on the forehead and broke his skull, and Goliath fell face downward on the ground. 50 And so, without a sword, David defeated and killed Goliath with a sling and a stone! 51 He ran to him, stood over him, took Goliath's sword out of its sheath, and cut off his head and killed him.

  9. warfarehistorynetwork.com › article › learning-fromLearning from David and Goliath: The Origin of the Sling Weapon

    Instead, David approached Goliath unarmored, armed simply with his sling in-hand, a sword in its scabbard on his side, and five smooth stones taken from a nearby stream that he kept in a small bag. As David got closer to the Philistine, he rushed forward and loaded his sling.

  10. bibleportal.com › articles › davids-victory-overDavid’s Victory Over Goliath | 1 Samuel 17 - Bible Portal

    Oct 23, 2022 · With one shot, the young shepherd took down Goliath and instantly became a hero. To say David defeated Goliath with only a sling and one of five smooth stones is a superficial conclusion. He had much more going for him. David had God on his side, and he knew it.