1 Chronicles 12:36 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And of Asher, such as went forth to battle, expert in war, forty thousand.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

From the tribe of Asher, there were forty thousand men who went out to battle, skilled and experienced in warfare.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse is counting the forty thousand skilled warriors from the tribe of Asher who came to support David as king.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of 1 Chronicles, this verse is part of a detailed list of warriors from various Israelite tribes who rallied to support David during his conflict with King Saul. The tribe of Asher contributed 40,000 skilled fighters, highlighting their readiness and loyalty as David prepared to assume the throne as God's anointed king. This occurred during a period of national division and transition in Israel, as David gathered forces to unify the nation under God's plan.

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