KJV ORIGINAL
And David danced before the LORD with all his might; and David was girded with a linen ephod.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
And David danced before the LORD with all his strength; and David was wearing a linen ephod.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
David celebrated God with passionate, whole-hearted dancing while wearing priestly clothing.
📚 Historical Context
This occurred when David was bringing the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem, a momentous occasion that represented God's presence returning to Israel's capital. An ephod was a special linen garment worn by priests, showing David's role as both king and spiritual leader. David's uninhibited worship was so intense that his wife Michal later criticized him for what she saw as undignified behavior.
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