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Now therefore, in the sight of all Israel, the assembly of Yahweh, and in the audience of our God, observe and seek out all the commandments of Yahweh your God; that you may possess this good land, and leave it for an inheritance to your children after you forever.

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A Vow Before God and Man

Commentators highlight that David's charge is a solemn public vow, made "in the sight of all Israel" and "in the audience of our God." This wasn't a private whisper but a public declaration, calling both the nation and God Himself as witnesses. This underscores the immense gravity of their commitment to follow God's commands.

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1 Chronicles

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 1 Chronicles 28:8

19th Century

Bishop

Now therefore in the sight of all Israel. —Literally, And now to the eyes of all Israel ... and in the ears of our God; t…

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On 1 Chronicles 28:6–8

19th Century

Preacher

Thus he talked with the great number of the nobility and leading men of his kingdom who were gathered around him.

John Gill

John Gill

On 1 Chronicles 28:8

17th Century

Pastor

Now therefore, in the sight of all Israel, the congregation of the Lord Whom this assembly represented:

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 1 Chronicles 28:1–10

17th Century

Minister

During David's last illness, many chief priests and Levites were in Jerusalem. When he found himself able, David spoke of his intention to build a …