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1 Chronicles 16:36

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Blessed be the LORD God of Israel for ever and ever. And all the people said, Amen, and praised the LORD.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Praise the LORD, the God of Israel, forever and always! And all the people said, 'Amen!' and praised the LORD.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse shows the people of Israel joining together to worship and praise God with one voice, affirming His eternal goodness.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of a psalm of thanksgiving that King David composed and recited during the celebration of bringing the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem, which symbolized God's presence among His people in ancient Israel. It reflects the cultural and religious practices of the Israelites, who gathered for communal worship to honor God's faithfulness and eternal reign. In this specific moment, the people responded with "Amen" as an expression of agreement and continued praise, emphasizing unity in their devotion.

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