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1 Chronicles 13:9 · KJV

"And when they came unto the threshingfloor of Chidon, Uzza put forth his hand to hold the ark; for the oxen stumbled."

King James Version

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Passage Context

7And they carried the ark of God in a new cart out of the house of Abinadab: and Uzza and Ahio drave the cart.
8And David and all Israel played before God with all their might, and with singing, and with harps, and with psalteries, and with timbrels, and with cymbals, and with trumpets.
9And when they came unto the threshingfloor of Chidon, Uzza put forth his hand to hold the ark; for the oxen stumbled.
10And the anger of the LORD was kindled against Uzza, and he smote him, because he put his hand to the ark: and there he died before God.
11And David was displeased, because the LORD had made a breach upon Uzza: wherefore that place is called Perez-uzza to this day.

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Reflection Questions

1

What boundaries do you set when approaching God?

2

How do you respond when faced with unexpected challenges?

3

When have you felt the weight of God's holiness in your life?

Life Application

faith

Reflect on how you approach God in prayer and worship.

awareness

Be mindful of the sacredness of God's presence in your life.

People in This Verse

UzzaOT

A man tasked with caring for the Ark, who tragically died when he touched it improperly.

First appearance: 1 Chronicles 13:7

Places in This Verse

threshingfloor of Chidon

A location where agricultural activities took place, significant for the event involving the Ark.

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