2 Chronicles 20:21 Β· KJV
"And when he had consulted with the people, he appointed singers unto the LORD, and that should praise the beauty of holiness, as they went out before the army, and to say, Praise the LORD; for his mercy endureth for ever."
King James Version
What does 2 Chronicles 20:21 mean? βPassage Context
19And the Levites, of the children of the Kohathites, and of the children of the Korhites, stood up to praise the LORD God of Israel with a loud voice on high.
20And they rose early in the morning, and went forth into the wilderness of Tekoa: and as they went forth, Jehoshaphat stood and said, Hear me, O Judah, and ye inhabitants of Jerusalem; Believe in the LORD your God, so shall ye be established; believe his prophets, so shall ye prosper.
21And when he had consulted with the people, he appointed singers unto the LORD, and that should praise the beauty of holiness, as they went out before the army, and to say, Praise the LORD; for his mercy endureth for ever.
22And when they began to sing and to praise, the LORD set ambushments against the children of Ammon, Moab, and mount Seir, which were come against Judah; and they were smitten.
23For the children of Ammon and Moab stood up against the inhabitants of mount Seir, utterly to slay and destroy them: and when they had made an end of the inhabitants of Seir, every one helped to destroy another.
Reflection Questions
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How do you incorporate worship into your daily life?
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What does praising God in difficult times mean for you?
3
When have you experienced the power of worship in your struggles?
Life Application
worship
Incorporate worship into your routine to strengthen your faith. Consider singing or listening to praise music during challenging times.
community
Encourage others in your community to join in worship, fostering a supportive environment during hardships.
People in This Verse
JehoshaphatOT
The son of Ahilud, serving as the recorder during David's reign. His role was vital for maintaining the historical records of the kingdom.
First appearance: 2 Samuel 8:16
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