And David consulted with the captains of thousands and hundreds, and with every leader.
David met with all his military commanders - those who led thousands of soldiers, those who led hundreds, and every other leader.
David is seeking wise counsel from his leaders before making important decisions.
📚 Historical Context
In the historical context of 1 Chronicles, David had recently been anointed as king over all Israel after the death of Saul and was working to unite the divided tribes. He consulted with military leaders and other key figures as a common practice in ancient Israelite society, where decisions affecting the nation required broad agreement to maintain stability. This specific consultation occurred as David prepared to bring the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem, symbolizing his efforts to centralize worship and God's presence among the people.
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