1 Chronicles 13:1
1 Chronicles 13:1 in Multiple Translations
Then David conferred with all his leaders, the commanders of hundreds and of thousands.
And David consulted with the captains of thousands and hundreds, and with every leader.
And David consulted with the captains of thousands and of hundreds, even with every leader.
Then David had discussions with the captains of thousands and the captains of hundreds and with every chief.
David had discussions with all his leaders, including the army commanders of thousands and hundreds.
And Dauid counselled with the captaines of thousandes and of hundreths, and with all the gouernours.
And David consulteth with the heads of the thousands, and of the hundreds, every leader,
David consulted with the captains of thousands and of hundreds, even with every leader.
And David consulted with the captains of thousands, and of hundreds, and with every leader.
And David consulted with the captains of thousands, and of hundreds, and with all the commanders.
One day David talked with all his army officers. Some of them were commanders of 100 soldiers and some were commanders of 1,000 soldiers.
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1 Chronicles 13:1 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּוָּעַ֣ץ
דָּוִ֗יד
עִם
שָׂרֵ֧י
הָ/אֲלָפִ֛ים
וְ/הַ/מֵּא֖וֹת
לְ/כָל
נָגִֽיד
וַ/יִּוָּעַ֣ץ
yâʻats
H3289
to advise
Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-3ms
דָּוִ֗יד
Dâvid
H1732
David
N-proper
עִם
ʻim
H5973
with
Prep
שָׂרֵ֧י
sar
H8269
ruler
N-mp
הָ/אֲלָפִ֛ים
ʼeleph
H505
thousand
Art | Adj
וְ/הַ/מֵּא֖וֹת
mêʼâh
H3967
hundred
Conj | Art | Adj
לְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
all
Prep | N-ms
נָגִֽיד
nâgîyd
H5057
leader
N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 13:1
וַ/יִּוָּעַ֣ץ
yâʻats
H3289
"to advise"
Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to advise or counsel someone, like giving guidance or planning something. It is used in the Bible to describe people seeking advice or working together to make a plan. The KJV translates it as advise or counsel.
Definition: 1) to advise, consult, give counsel, counsel, purpose, devise, plan 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to advise, counsel, give counsel, consult 1a2) counsellor (participle) 1b) (Niphal) to consult together, exchange counsel, deliberate, counsel together 1c) (Hithpael) to conspire
Usage: Occurs in 73 OT verses. KJV: advertise, take advise, advise (well), consult, (give, take) counsel(-lor), determine, devise, guide, purpose. See also: Exodus 18:19; Job 26:3; Psalms 16:7.
דָּוִ֗יד
Dâvid
H1732
"David"
N-proper
David was the youngest son of Jesse and a king of Judah, first mentioned in Ruth 4:17, and an ancestor of Jesus.
Definition: A king of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at Rut.4.17; son of: Jesse (H3448) and Nahash (H5176I); brother of: Eliab (H0446I), Abinadab (H0041I), Shimeah (H8093), Zeruiah (H6870), Abigail (H0026H)(?), Nethanel (H5417H), Raddai (H7288), Ozem (H0684) and Elihu (H0453J); married to Michal (H4324), Abigail (H0026), Ahinoam (H0293H), Maacah (H4601I), Haggith (H2294), Abital (H0037), Eglah (H5698) and Bathsheba (H1339); father of: Amnon (H0550), Chileab (H3609), Absalom (H0053), Adonijah (H0138), Shephatiah (H8203), Ithream (H3507), Shammua (H8051H), Shobab (H7727), Nathan (H5416), Solomon (H8010), Ibhar (H2984), Elishua (H0474), Nepheg (H5298H), Japhia (H3309I), Elishama (H0476H), Eliada (H0450), Eliphelet (H0467), Tamar (H8559H), Elpelet (H0467I), Nogah (H5052) and Jerimoth (H3406N) Also named: Daueid, Dauid, Dabid (Δαυείδ, Δαυίδ, Δαβίδ "David" G1138) § David = "beloved" youngest son of Jesse and second king of Israel
Usage: Occurs in 912 OT verses. KJV: David. See also: Ruth 4:17; 1 Samuel 20:41; 1 Samuel 27:9.
עִם
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Prep
This Hebrew word means with or together, like when God is with his people in Exodus 33:14-15. It's used to describe accompaniment or association, and can also mean against or beside. The word is used to convey a sense of relationship or proximity between people or things.
Definition: 1) with 1a) with 1b) against 1c) toward 1d) as long as
Usage: Occurs in 919 OT verses. KJV: accompanying, against, and, as ([idiom] long as), before, beside, by (reason of), for all, from (among, between), in, like, more than, of, (un-) to, with(-al). See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 21:14; Deuteronomy 29:11.
שָׂרֵ֧י
sar
H8269
"ruler"
N-mp
A leader or person in charge, like a prince or captain, as seen in the Bible with King David and other rulers.
Definition: 1) prince, ruler, leader, chief, chieftain, official, captain 1a) chieftain, leader 1b) vassal, noble, official (under king) 1c) captain, general, commander (military) 1d) chief, head, overseer (of other official classes) 1e) heads, princes (of religious office) 1f) elders (of representative leaders of people) 1g) merchant-princes (of rank and dignity) 1h) patron-angel 1i) Ruler of rulers (of God) 1j) warden
Usage: Occurs in 368 OT verses. KJV: captain (that had rule), chief (captain), general, governor, keeper, lord,(-task-)master, prince(-ipal), ruler, steward. See also: Genesis 12:15; 1 Kings 22:32; 2 Chronicles 32:21.
הָ/אֲלָפִ֛ים
ʼeleph
H505
"thousand"
Art | Adj
A thousand, as in Exodus 20:6 where God shows love to thousands of people. It represents a large number or a company of people under one leader, like an army or a group of soldiers.
Definition: : thousand 1) a thousand 1a) as numeral 2) a thousand, company 2a) as a company of men under one leader, troops
Usage: Occurs in 390 OT verses. KJV: thousand. See also: Genesis 20:16; Joshua 3:4; 2 Kings 18:23.
וְ/הַ/מֵּא֖וֹת
mêʼâh
H3967
"hundred"
Conj | Art | Adj
Means a hundred, used as a simple number or part of a larger number in the Bible. It appears in various forms, including fractions like one one-hundredth. Found in books like Genesis and Psalms.
Definition: 1) hundred 1a) as simple number 1b) as part of larger number 1c) as a fraction-one one-hundredth (1/100) Aramaic equivalent: me.ah (מְאָה "hundred" H3969)
Usage: Occurs in 511 OT verses. KJV: hundred((-fold), -th), [phrase] sixscore. See also: Genesis 5:3; Numbers 2:6; Judges 18:17.
לְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
נָגִֽיד
nâgîyd
H5057
"leader"
N-ms
This word refers to a leader or commander, someone who is in charge or has authority. In the Bible, it is used to describe military, civil, or religious leaders, such as princes or governors.
Definition: 1) leader, ruler, captain, prince 1a) ruler, prince 1b) prince-overseer 1c) ruler (in other capacities) 1d) princely things
Usage: Occurs in 44 OT verses. KJV: captain, chief, excellent thing, (chief) governor, leader, noble, prince, (chief) ruler. See also: 1 Samuel 9:16; 1 Chronicles 29:22; Psalms 76:13.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 13:1
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- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 13:1
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 13:1
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 13:1
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 13:1
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 13:1
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 13:1
- Barnes' Notes on 1 Chronicles 13:1
- Sermons on 1 Chronicles 13:1
Context — David Fetches the Ark
1Then David conferred with all his leaders, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds.
2And he said to the whole assembly of Israel, “If it seems good to you, and if this is of the LORD our God, let us send word far and wide to the rest of our brothers in all the land of Israel, and also to the priests and Levites in their cities and pasturelands, so that they may join us. 3Then let us bring back the ark of our God, for we did not inquire of Him in the days of Saul.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Chronicles 12:20 | When David went to Ziklag, these men of Manasseh defected to him: Adnah, Jozabad, Jediael, Michael, Jozabad, Elihu, and Zillethai, chiefs of thousands in Manasseh. |
| 2 | 2 Chronicles 34:29–30 | Then the king summoned all the elders of Judah and Jerusalem. And he went up to the house of the LORD with all the people of Judah and Jerusalem, as well as the priests and the Levites—all the people small and great—and in their hearing he read all the words of the Book of the Covenant that had been found in the house of the LORD. |
| 3 | 2 Chronicles 29:20 | Early the next morning King Hezekiah gathered the city officials and went up to the house of the LORD. |
| 4 | 2 Kings 23:1 | Then the king summoned all the elders of Judah and Jerusalem. |
| 5 | 1 Chronicles 12:32 | From Issachar, men who understood the times and knew what Israel should do: 200 chiefs with all their kinsmen at their command. |
| 6 | 2 Samuel 6:1 | David again assembled the chosen men of Israel, thirty thousand in all. |
| 7 | 1 Chronicles 12:14 | These Gadites were army commanders, the least of whom was a match for a hundred, and the greatest for a thousand. |
1 Chronicles 13:1 Summary
[This verse shows David gathering his leaders to discuss a big decision, which is a great example of how we should seek wisdom and guidance from others when we're not sure what to do, just like it says in Proverbs 11:14. By talking things through with people we trust, we can make better choices and avoid mistakes. As we see in 1 Chronicles 13:2, David also wants to make sure that his decision is in line with God's will, which is an important reminder for us to seek God's guidance in our own lives.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did David confer with all his leaders before making a decision?
David conferred with his leaders to ensure that he had the support and wisdom of those around him, as seen in Proverbs 11:14, which says that where there is no guidance, a nation falls, but in the abundance of counselors there is victory.
Who were the commanders of hundreds and of thousands?
The commanders of hundreds and of thousands were military leaders in David's army, responsible for leading large groups of soldiers, similar to the captains of hundreds and thousands mentioned in 1 Samuel 18:13.
Is this verse an example of David seeking God's will?
While David does confer with his leaders, the next verse, 1 Chronicles 13:2, shows that he also seeks to ensure that his actions are in line with God's will, saying 'if this is of the LORD our God', indicating a desire to follow God's guidance, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6.
What can we learn from David's leadership style in this verse?
David's leadership style in this verse demonstrates the importance of collaboration and seeking wisdom from others, as seen in Proverbs 24:6, which says that by wise counsel you can wage your war, and in many advisers there is victory.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can seek wisdom and guidance from others in my own decision-making processes?
- How can I balance the need for collaboration with the need for decisive leadership, as seen in David's example?
- In what ways can I prioritize seeking God's will in my own life, as David does in the next verse?
- What are some potential consequences of not seeking wise counsel, and how can I avoid those consequences in my own life?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 13:1
And David consulted with the captains of thousands, and hundreds, and with every leader.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 13:1
And David consulted with the captains of thousands and hundreds, and with every leader.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 13:1
1 CHAPTER 13 David fetcheth the ark from Kirjath-jearim with great solemnity, . Uzza being smitten, the ark is left at the house of Obed-edom, . Or, governor or elder of the people.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 13:1
1 Chronicles 13:1 And David consulted with the captains of thousands and hundreds, [and] with every leader.Ver. 1. And David consulted.] He was not of that king of Scotland’ s mind, who seldom asked counsel, and never followed any. But though himself were full of wisdom, yet he advised with his subjects about the weighty work he had in hand. See Proverbs 11:22; Proverbs 20:18; Proverbs 24:6. His first care was to establish religion; as the first thing Abraham did in any place he moved to, was to set up an altar. "Seek first the kingdom of God," &c.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 13:1
XIII.(1) And David consulted.—This consultation took place some time after the coronation at Hebron (comp. 2 Samuel 6:1), “And David gathered together again every chosen man iýý Israel, thirty thousand.” This is all that Samuel has corresponding to our 1 Chronicles 13:1-5. It is by no means necessary to assume that, “according to the context, we are still at Hebron in the assemblage of 350,000 warriors” (Reuss). Samuel implies the contrary. Captains of thousands.—The thousands (comp. 1 Chronicles 12:20). And the hundreds.—Comp. Numbers 31:14. The hundreds were the smaller military divisions of the tribe, representing, perhaps, the warlike strength of the houses, as the thousands represented that of the clans or sub-tribes. And with every leader.—Rather, viz. with every prince (nagîd) or chief. These chiefs constituted the Great Council of the nation.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 13:1
CHAPTER XIII David consults with his officers, and resolves to bring back the ark from the house of Abinadab, 1-4. They place it on a new cart, and Uzza and Ahio drive the cart; the oxen stumbling, Uzza puts forth his hand to save the ark from falling, and he is smitten by the Lord, 5-10. David is displeased, and orders the ark to be carried to the house of Obed-edom the Gittite, 11-13. The ark abides there three months, and the Lord blesses Obed-edom, 14. NOTES ON CHAP. XIII Verse 1. David consulted] Having taken the strong hold of Zion from the Jebusites, organized his army, got assurances of the friendly disposition of the Israelites towards him, he judged it right to do what he could for the establishment of religion in the land; and as a first step, consulted on the propriety of bringing the ark from an obscure village, where it had remained during the reign of Saul, to the royal city or seat of government.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 13:1
1. David consulted with the captains etc.] The Chronicler is fond of associating the people with the king in religious measures so as to minimise the appearance of arbitrary power which is suggested by the language of the books of Samuel and of Kings; cp. 1 Chronicles 13:4 (the assembly said that they would do so), also 2 Chronicles 30:2; 2 Chronicles 30:4. Similarly in 1 Chronicles 28:2 the king addresses the elders as My brethren. Doubtless the Chronicler had in mind Deuteronomy 17:20.
Barnes' Notes on 1 Chronicles 13:1
The captains ... - Such an organisation had probably been established generally through the tribes prior to the time of David: but David seems to have been the first to recognize in these officers of
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 13:1
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Ark of the Covenant - Part 1 by Major Ian Thomas | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Samuel and the Israelites' battle against the Philistines. The Israelites were defeated, and the elders of Israel questioned why |
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David - Failure and Effectiveness by Devern Fromke | In this sermon, the speaker shares a story about a group of people who were enthusiastic about evangelizing and helping forgotten people in their country. They set up their own bak |
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Abner's Return to Hebron by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith emphasizes the importance of having singleness of heart as a Christian. He highlights the example of the men of Zebulun who came with singleness |
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Ritual or Reality by Major Ian Thomas | Major Ian Thomas emphasizes the contrast between ritual and reality in the relationship with God, using King David's desire to return the Ark of the Covenant as a pivotal moment fo |
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Ritual Takes the Place of Reality by Major Ian Thomas | Major Ian Thomas emphasizes the need for a genuine relationship with God over mere ritualistic practices, as illustrated by King David's desire to return the Ark of the Covenant to |
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Ark of the Covenant (Transcription) by Major Ian Thomas | Major Ian Thomas emphasizes the significance of the Ark of the Covenant as a symbol of God's presence and the necessity of restoring it to its rightful place in the lives of believ |