2 Samuel 6:2 · KJV

"And David arose, and went with all the people that were with him from Baale of Judah, to bring up from thence the ark of God, whose name is called by the name of the LORD of hosts that dwelleth between the cherubims."

King James Version

Passage Context

¹Again, David gathered together all the chosen men of Israel, thirty thousand.

²And David arose, and went with all the people that were with him from Baale of Judah, to bring up from thence the ark of God, whose name is called by the name of the LORD of hosts that dwelleth between the cherubims.

³And they set the ark of God upon a new cart, and brought it out of the house of Abinadab that was in Gibeah: and Uzzah and Ahio, the sons of Abinadab, drave the new cart.

⁴And they brought it out of the house of Abinadab which was at Gibeah, accompanying the ark of God: and Ahio went before the ark.

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Reflection Questions

What does the presence of God mean to you?

How do you prioritize worship in your life?

When have you felt a strong desire to seek God?

Life Application

worship

Make worship a priority in your life, seeking to bring God's presence into your daily activities.

community

Encourage others to join you in seeking God's presence together.

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

Baale of Judah

A location where David gathered his people to retrieve the Ark of the Covenant, significant in Israel's worship history.

Jerusalem(Jerusalem, Israel today)

The capital city of Israel, chosen by David to be the center of worship and governance. It became the focal point of Israel's spiritual life.

Connection to Jesus

typology

David's desire to bring the ark signifies the importance of God's presence, which is fulfilled in Jesus as Emmanuel, God with us.

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