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Now these are the chief of the mighty men whom David had, who showed themselves strong with him in his kingdom, together with all Israel, to make him king, according to the word of Yahweh concerning Israel.
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God's Plan, Human Action
Commentators highlight that these mighty men "strenuously assisted" David, yet their actions were "according to the word of the Lord." This verse shows how God's sovereign plan is often accomplished through the willing and powerful actions of people. Their strength was the very means God used to establish His chosen king.
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1 Chronicles
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Strengthened themselves—or “exerted themselves”—meaning they “strenuously assisted with all Israel in making David king.” This list of David…
19th Century
Anglican
X list of the warriors who helped David to win and maintain his kingdom. This catalogue corresponds to that of [Reference 2 Samuel 23:8-39…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
(See Gill on 1 Chronicles 11:1)
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