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When he had taken counsel with the people, he appointed those who should sing to Yahweh, and give praise in holy array, as they went out before the army, and say, Give thanks to Yahweh; for his lovingkindness endures forever.
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Worship as a Weapon
Commentators emphasize the radical nature of Jehoshaphat's strategy. He placed a choir at the front of his army, essentially making worship their primary weapon. This act demonstrated profound faith, praising God for a victory they had not yet seen, as if it were already accomplished.
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2 Chronicles
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Praise the beauty of holiness—Some translate this as in the beauty of holiness; that is, in rich attire and ornaments suitable for …
19th Century
Anglican
And when he had consulted with. —Or, advised, given counsel to, warned. (Compare 2 Kings 6:8.) Vulgate, “dedi…
Baptist
So you can see them marching out of the city gate with the king at their head, and, as they go out, the army is marching with banners and with song…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And when he had consulted with the people; His principal officers, in what order they should march, and in what manner th…
Jehoshaphat exhorted his troops to firm faith in God. Faith inspires a man with true courage; nor will anything help more to establish the heart in…
