1 Chronicles 18:5 · KJV
"And when the Syrians of Damascus came to help Hadarezer king of Zobah, David slew of the Syrians two and twenty thousand men."
King James Version
What does 1 Chronicles 18:5 mean? →Passage Context
3And David smote Hadarezer king of Zobah unto Hamath, as he went to stablish his dominion by the river Euphrates.
4And David took from him a thousand chariots, and seven thousand horsemen, and twenty thousand footmen: David also houghed all the chariot horses, but reserved of them an hundred chariots.
5And when the Syrians of Damascus came to help Hadarezer king of Zobah, David slew of the Syrians two and twenty thousand men.
6Then David put garrisons in Syria-damascus; and the Syrians became David's servants, and brought gifts. Thus the LORD preserved David whithersoever he went.
7And David took the shields of gold that were on the servants of Hadarezer, and brought them to Jerusalem.
Reflection Questions
1
How do you handle opposition in your life?
2
What does victory look like for you in your struggles?
3
When have you experienced a significant triumph?
Life Application
conflict
Reflect on how you can overcome conflicts in your life with faith and perseverance.
leadership
Consider how you can lead others through difficult times by being a source of strength.
People in This Verse
DavidBoth
The second king of Israel, known for his leadership, poetry, and a heart for God. He is a central figure in both Jewish and Christian traditions.
First appearance: 1 Samuel 16:1
Places in This Verse
Damascus(Damascus, Syria today)
One of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, significant for its strategic location and trade routes.
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