1 Chron 14:1–17 Some events described here actually preceded the first mission to collect the ark (see 2 Sam. 5:11–25). These events (especially 1 Chron. 14:1, 3–5) were repositioned here to show that God blessed David because he gave priority to seeking God (see 13:3).
1 Chron 14:1–2 Hiram king of Tyre. See note on 2 Sam. 5:11. Hiram’s assistance in building David’s house (palace) signifies a Gentile ruler’s recognition of David’s kingship over Israel. Hiram will later help Solomon build the temple (2 Chron. 2:11–16).
1 Chron 14:3–7 See 3:5–8. Nathan (14:4) was an ancestor of Jesus (Luke 3:31; see note on Luke 3:23–38). Beeliada was also known as Eliada (2 Sam. 5:16; 1 Chron. 3:8).
1 Chron 14:8–16 The first battle between David and the Philistines (vv. 8–12) may be a flashback to before David had conquered Jerusalem (2 Sam. 5:17, the source of 1 Chron. 14:8, refers to “the stronghold,” possibly in Adullam, 1 Sam. 22:4). The time of the second battle is uncertain. David’s success against the Philistines cleared the way for the ark’s progress to Jerusalem.
1 Chron 14:15 sound of marching. See note on 2 Sam. 5:22–25.
1 Chron 14:17 the Lord brought the fear of him upon all nations. Such fear will keep them from attacking Israel. See also 2 Chron. 17:10; 20:29 for other examples of a fear sent by God on neighboring peoples.
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