1Ch 12:23 | MHM | STEP | David′s Army. This section describes how the different tribes of Israel came together to make David their king after the death of Ishbosheth. Each tribe sent a group of armed men to Hebron, prepared in case there was any opposition. The numbers and qualities of each group are recorded to show their commitment and unity. The Levites and priests supported David because they knew he was chosen by God. Even some relatives of Saul joined David, though fewer in number because of their loyalty to Saul’s family. The men who came were skilled, brave, and able to work together. Some tribes brought many soldiers from far away, while tribes closer to Hebron brought fewer, using good judgment since they could be called quickly if needed. The people gave generously and celebrated with joy as David became king, showing their unity and happiness under his rule. v.23 : The tribes of Israel sent their representatives and armed men to Hebron to make David king, ready for battle if needed (1 Chronicles 12:23; 1 Chronicles 11:1 ; 2 Samuel 5:1 ).

‏ 1 Chronicles 12:23

David′s Army.

This section describes how the different tribes of Israel came together to make David their king after the death of Ishbosheth. Each tribe sent a group of armed men to Hebron, prepared in case there was any opposition. The numbers and qualities of each group are recorded to show their commitment and unity. The Levites and priests supported David because they knew he was chosen by God. Even some relatives of Saul joined David, though fewer in number because of their loyalty to Saul’s family. The men who came were skilled, brave, and able to work together. Some tribes brought many soldiers from far away, while tribes closer to Hebron brought fewer, using good judgment since they could be called quickly if needed. The people gave generously and celebrated with joy as David became king, showing their unity and happiness under his rule.

v.23: The tribes of Israel sent their representatives and armed men to Hebron to make David king, ready for battle if needed (1 Chronicles 12:23; 1 Chronicles 11:1 ^a; 2 Samuel 5:1 ^b).