2 Samuel 24:5 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And they passed over Jordan, and pitched in Aroer, on the right side of the city that lieth in the midst of the river of Gad, and toward Jazer:

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

They crossed the Jordan River and set up camp in Aroer, on the right side of the city that sits in the middle of the Gad River valley, and then moved toward Jazer.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse describes the military officials continuing their journey to count Israel's fighting men, traveling through specific towns and regions as they carried out King David's census order.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of 2 Samuel, chapter 24, King David orders a census of Israel's fighting men, which was seen as an act of pride and led to divine displeasure. Joab and his commanders cross the Jordan River, camping in Aroer, a city in the territory of Gad near the river, to continue counting the people as part of this military survey. This event reflects the geographical and administrative challenges of governing a united kingdom under David.

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