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A Model of Consultative Leadership
Commentators note that David began his reign not with a unilateral decree, but by consulting a wide range of military and tribal leaders. Albert Barnes suggests this was an innovative step, recognizing these leaders as representatives of the people and giving them a political voice. This demonstrates a model of humble, inclusive leadership.
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1 Chronicles
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Chronicles 13:1
18th Century
Theologian
The captains ... - Such an organization had probably been established generally throughout the tribes before the time of David, but David se…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Chronicles 13:1
19th Century
Bishop
And David consulted. — This consultation took place some time after the coronation at Hebron (compare 2 Samuel 6:1). <…
Charles Spurgeon
On 1 Chronicles 13:1–3
19th Century
Preacher
And David consulted with the captains of thousands and hundreds, and with every leader. And David said unto all the congregation of Israel, If …
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John Gill
On 1 Chronicles 13:1
17th Century
Pastor
And David consulted with the captains of thousands,
and hundreds, and with every leader . …
Matthew Henry
On 1 Chronicles 13:1–5
17th Century
Minister
David did not say, "What magnificent thing shall I do now?" or, "What pleasant thing?" but, "What pious thing?" so that he might have the comfort a…