1 Chronicles 12:25 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Of the children of Simeon, mighty men of valour for the war, seven thousand and one hundred.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

From the tribe of Simeon, there were 7,100 brave warriors ready for battle.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse is counting the skilled fighters from the tribe of Simeon who came to support David as king.

📚 Historical Context

1 Chronicles 12 is part of a larger list in the Bible that details the warriors from various Israelite tribes who joined David during his conflict with King Saul, as David was preparing to assume leadership. The tribe of Simeon, known for their fighting prowess and located in the southern regions of Israel, contributed 7,100 mighty men of valor to support David's cause, reflecting the tribal loyalties and military build-up during this transitional period. This occurred around the time when David was at Ziklag, gathering forces before his full anointing as king, highlighting the unity among Israel's tribes under God's providence.

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