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1 Chronicles 19:6 · KJV

"And when the children of Ammon saw that they had made themselves odious to David, Hanun and the children of Ammon sent a thousand talents of silver to hire them chariots and horsemen out of Mesopotamia, and out of Syria-maachah, and out of Zobah."

King James Version

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Passage Context

4Wherefore Hanun took David's servants, and shaved them, and cut off their garments in the midst hard by their buttocks, and sent them away.
5Then there went certain, and told David how the men were served. And he sent to meet them: for the men were greatly ashamed. And the king said, Tarry at Jericho until your beards be grown, and then return.
6And when the children of Ammon saw that they had made themselves odious to David, Hanun and the children of Ammon sent a thousand talents of silver to hire them chariots and horsemen out of Mesopotamia, and out of Syria-maachah, and out of Zobah.
7So they hired thirty and two thousand chariots, and the king of Maachah and his people; who came and pitched before Medeba. And the children of Ammon gathered themselves together from their cities, and came to battle.
8And when David heard of it, he sent Joab, and all the host of the mighty men.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond when you feel threatened?

2

What does seeking help from others mean for you?

3

When have you tried to strengthen your position in a conflict?

Life Application

conflict

Consider how you can seek peaceful resolutions in conflicts. Relying on others can sometimes escalate tensions.

trust

Evaluate whom you trust in times of trouble and whether they lead you towards peace or conflict.

Places in This Verse

Mesopotamia(Iraq today)

An ancient region known for its rich history and as a cradle of civilization.

Syria-maachah

A region in ancient Syria, significant for its military alliances.

Zobah

An ancient kingdom located north of Israel, often involved in conflicts with Israel.

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