2 occurrences in 9 translations

'Engage' in the Bible

What Samuel had to say was directed to all Israel, and Israel went out to engage the Philistines in battle. The Israelis were camped at Ebenezer, while the Philistines were camped at Aphek.

Verse ConceptsConfrontationFighting Enemies

So Saul broke off his pursuit of David and went to engage the Philistines. Therefore, that place was named the Rock of Separation.

Verse ConceptsEscapingEscaping From People

Bible Theasaurus

Absorb (1 instance)
Charter (1 instance)
Employ (8 instances)
Engage (51 instances)
Enlist (3 instances)
Lease (2 instances)
Occupy (45 instances)
Operate (4 instances)
Persuade (27 instances)
Plight (5 instances)
Promise (237 instances)
Prosecute (9 instances)
Pursue (143 instances)

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