1 Chronicles 27:24 · KJV

"Joab the son of Zeruiah began to number, but he finished not, because there fell wrath for it against Israel; neither was the number put in the account of the chronicles of king David."

King James Version

Passage Context

²²Of Dan, Azareel the son of Jeroham. These were the princes of the tribes of Israel.

²³But David took not the number of them from twenty years old and under: because the LORD had said he would increase Israel like to the stars of the heavens.

²⁴Joab the son of Zeruiah began to number, but he finished not, because there fell wrath for it against Israel; neither was the number put in the account of the chronicles of king David.

²⁵And over the king's treasures was Azmaveth the son of Adiel: and over the storehouses in the fields, in the cities, and in the villages, and in the castles, was Jehonathan the son of Uzziah:

²⁶And over them that did the work of the field for tillage of the ground was Ezri the son of Chelub:

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Reflection Questions

How do you respond to authority when asked to do something uncomfortable?

What does it mean for you to trust in God rather than in human numbers?

When have you faced consequences for a decision that seemed right at the time?

Life Application

faith

Consider areas in your life where you may be relying too much on your own understanding rather than trusting God's plan.

leadership

Reflect on how you can lead with humility and reliance on God in your responsibilities.

People in This Verse

JoabOT

Joab was David's military commander, known for his fierce loyalty and strategic mind. His decisions often shaped the course of battles during David's reign.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 26:6

ZeruiahOT

Zeruiah was David's sister and the mother of Joab, Abishai, and Asahel. Her sons played significant roles in David's military campaigns and political life.

First appearance: 1 Chronicles 2:16

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