1 Chronicles 13:1 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And David consulted with the captains of thousands and hundreds, and with every leader.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

David met with all his military commanders - those who led thousands of soldiers, those who led hundreds, and every other leader.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

David is seeking wise counsel from his leaders before making important decisions.

📚 Historical Context

This occurs early in David's reign as king over all Israel, around 1000 BC. David had just been crowned king in Hebron and was establishing his leadership by consulting with his military structure. The organization of commanders over thousands and hundreds reflects the military system inherited from Saul's kingdom, which David was wisely incorporating rather than dismantling.

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