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1 Chronicles 13 Summary
The Ark Brought from Kirjath-jearim
David consults with Israel's leaders and proposes gathering the nation to bring the ark of God from Kirjath-jearim, since it was neglected in Saul's time. All the people agree, and David assembles Israel to fetch the ark. However, when Uzza puts forth his hand to steady the ark as the oxen stumble, the Lord's anger is kindled and he smites Uzza dead before God. Grieved and afraid, David leaves the ark at the house of Obed-edom the Gittite, where it remains three months and the Lord blesses Obed-edom's household.
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Key verses
1 Chronicles 13:1-3
“And David consulted with the captains of thousands and hundreds, and with every leader.”
1 Chronicles 13:9-10
“And when they came unto the threshingfloor of Chidon, Uzza put forth his hand to hold the ark; for the oxen stumbled.”
1 Chronicles 13:12-14
“And David was afraid of God that day, saying, How shall I bring the ark of God home to me?”
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