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1 Chronicles 16:42

1 Chronicles 16:43 net — Then all the people returned to their homes, and David went to pronounce a blessing on his family.

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"Then all the people returned to their homes, and David went to pronounce a blessing on his family."

— 1 Chronicles 16:43, NET Bible

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1 Chronicles 16 — Context

40

regularly offering burnt sacrifices to the LORD on the altar for burnt sacrifice, morning and evening, according to what is prescribed in the law of the LORD which he charged Israel to observe.

41

Joining them were Heman, Jeduthun, and the rest of those chosen and designated by name to give thanks to the LORD.(For his loyal love endures!)

42

Heman and Jeduthun were in charge of the music, including the trumpets, cymbals, and the other musical instruments used in praising God. The sons of Jeduthun guarded the entrance.

43

Then all the people returned to their homes, and David went to pronounce a blessing on his family.

1 Chronicles 16:43 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Chronicles 16:43 say?
1 Chronicles 16:43 in the NET Bible reads: “Then all the people returned to their homes, and David went to pronounce a blessing on his family.”
Where is 1 Chronicles 16:43 in the Bible?
1 Chronicles 16:43 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 1 Chronicles, chapter 16, verse 43.
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 16:43.
What translation should I read 1 Chronicles 16:43 in?
1 Chronicles 16:43 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 16:43?
1 Chronicles 16:43 reads (NET): “Then all the people returned to their homes, and David went to pronounce a blessing on his family.” 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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