Then they came to Gilead, and to the land of Tahtimhodshi; and they came to Danjaan, and about to Zidon,
Then they went to Gilead, and to the land of Tahtim-hodshi; and they came to Dan-jaan, and around to Sidon,
This verse describes the route that David's census-takers followed as they traveled through different regions of Israel to count the people.
📚 Historical Context
In 2 Samuel 24, King David orders a census of Israel to count his fighting men, which was seen as an act of pride and lack of faith in God rather than reliance on divine strength. This verse specifically details the route taken by Joab and the commanders as they traveled through regions like Gilead, an area east of the Jordan River known for its pastoral lands, and continued to places such as Tahtimhodshi, Danjaan, and toward Zidon, a prominent Phoenician city. The broader narrative highlights the consequences of David's decision, leading to divine judgment and a plague upon Israel.
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