And David enquired of God, saying, Shall I go up against the Philistines? And wilt thou deliver them into mine hand? And the LORD said unto him, Go up; for I will deliver them into thine hand.
David asked God, 'Should I go and fight the Philistines? Will you help me defeat them?' And the LORD answered him, 'Yes, go ahead and fight them. I will give you victory over them.'
David seeks God's guidance before going into battle, and God promises to give him victory over his enemies.
📚 Historical Context
In the historical narrative of 1 Chronicles, David had been established as king of Israel and was dealing with ongoing threats from the Philistines, a powerful enemy nation that frequently raided Israelite territories. This verse illustrates David's practice of seeking divine guidance before military action, which was common in ancient Israelite culture where leaders consulted God through prayer or prophets to ensure alignment with His will. God's direct response to David highlights His active role in supporting the covenant people during times of conflict.
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