1 Chronicles 13:11 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And David was displeased, because the LORD had made a breach upon Uzza: wherefore that place is called Perezuzza to this day.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

David was upset because the LORD had struck down Uzzah. That's why that place is still called Perez Uzzah to this day.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

David was angry and troubled because God had killed Uzzah for touching the ark, and the place where it happened became a permanent reminder of that tragic moment.

📚 Historical Context

This occurred when David was trying to bring the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem, but they transported it incorrectly on a cart instead of having the Levites carry it with poles as God had commanded. When the oxen stumbled, Uzzah reached out to steady the ark and was immediately struck dead by God for touching this most sacred object.

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