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1 Chronicles 14:16-1953 kjv — David therefore did as God commanded him: and they smote the host of the Philistines from Gibeon even to Gazer. And the…

King James Version

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David therefore did as God commanded him: and they smote the host of the Philistines from Gibeon even to Gazer.

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And the fame of David went out into all lands; and the Lord brought the fear of him upon all nations.

— 1 Chronicles 14:16-1953, King James Version

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1 Chronicles 14 — Context

13

And the Philistines yet again spread themselves abroad in the valley.

14

Therefore David enquired again of God; and God said unto him, Go not up after them; turn away from them, and come upon them over against the mulberry trees.

15

And it shall be, when thou shalt hear a sound of going in the tops of the mulberry trees, that then thou shalt go out to battle: for God is gone forth before thee to smite the host of the Philistines.

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David therefore did as God commanded him: and they smote the host of the Philistines from Gibeon even to Gazer.

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And the fame of David went out into all lands; and the Lord brought the fear of him upon all nations.

1 Chronicles 14:16-1953 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Chronicles 14:16-1953 say?
1 Chronicles 14:16-1953 in the King James Version reads: “David therefore did as God commanded him: and they smote the host of the Philistines from Gibeon even to Gazer. And the fame of David went out into all lands; and the Lord brought the fear of him upon all nations. ”
Where is 1 Chronicles 14:16-1953 in the Bible?
1 Chronicles 14:16-1953 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 1 Chronicles, chapter 14, verses 16–1953.
Who wrote 1 Chronicles?
1 Chronicles is traditionally attributed to Anonymous (traditionally Ezra). It was written c. 450–425 BC.
What is the book of 1 Chronicles about?
1 Chronicles retells Israel's history from a priestly, post-exilic perspective. After extensive genealogies, it focuses on David — his reign, his preparations for the temple, and the line through which God's eternal kingdom would come.
What are the major themes of 1 Chronicles?
1 Chronicles explores themes including Genealogy, David's Reign, Temple Preparation, Worship, Continuity. These themes shape the meaning and context of 1 Chronicles 14:16-1953.
What translation should I read 1 Chronicles 14:16-1953 in?
1 Chronicles 14:16-1953 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 1 Chronicles 14:16-1953?
1 Chronicles 14:16-1953 reads (KJV): “David therefore did as God commanded him: and they smote the host of the Philistines from Gibeon even to Gazer. And the fame of David went out into all lands; and the Lord brought the fear of him upon all nations. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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