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A Condensed History
Commentators note that this account of David's victory over Moab is a condensed version of the one found in 2 Samuel 8. The Chronicler's focus is on the result: Moab was subdued and forced to pay tribute, fulfilling a prophecy from Numbers 24:17. This highlights the establishment and security of David's kingdom as a key theme.
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Charles Ellicott
On 1 Chronicles 18:1–3
19th Century
Bishop
Subjugation of the Philistines, Moabites, and Arameans of Zobah.
John Gill
On 1 Chronicles 18:2
17th Century
Pastor
And he brought the ram for the burnt offering
One of the two he was …
Matthew Henry
On 1 Chronicles 18:1–17
17th Century
Minister
This chapter is the same as 2 Samuel 8. Our good fight of faith, under the Captain of our salvation, will end in everlasting triumph and peace. The…