And David was clothed with a robe of fine linen, and all the Levites that bare the ark, and the singers, and Chenaniah the master of the song with the singers: David also had upon him an ephod of linen.
David wore a robe made of fine linen, and so did all the Levites who carried the ark, the singers, and Chenaniah who directed the music. David also wore a linen ephod.
This verse shows David dressed in special ceremonial clothing alongside the priests and musicians as they brought the ark of God to Jerusalem.
📚 Historical Context
This passage describes the second attempt to bring the ark of the covenant to Jerusalem, after the first attempt failed because they didn't follow God's instructions properly. David is now following the proper procedures, with Levites carrying the ark and wearing appropriate ceremonial garments. The ephod mentioned was a special priestly vest, showing David's deep involvement in this sacred ceremony.
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