1 Chronicles 18:9 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Now when Tou king of Hamath heard how David had smitten all the host of Hadarezer king of Zobah;

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

When Tou, the king of Hamath, heard that David had defeated the entire army of Hadarezer, king of Zobah,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse describes how news of David's military victory over King Hadarezer spread to neighboring kingdoms.

📚 Historical Context

In the biblical account of 1 Chronicles, King David is shown consolidating his rule over Israel by defeating neighboring enemies, as part of God's promise to establish his kingdom. When Tou, the king of Hamath, heard about David's victory over Hadarezer, the king of Zobah, it occurred during a time of regional conflicts in the ancient Near East, where alliances and wars were common among Aramaean kingdoms. This event underscores the strategic importance of military successes in maintaining peace and security for Israel.

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