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1 Chronicles 12:24 Meaning

The children of Judah that bare shield and spear were six thousand and eight hundred, ready armed to the war.

Context Explained

22For at that time day by day there came to David to help him, until it was a great host, like the host of God.

23And these are the numbers of the bands that were ready armed to the war, and came to David to Hebron, to turn the kingdom of Saul to him, according to the word of the LORD.

24The children of Judah that bare shield and spear were six thousand and eight hundred, ready armed to the war.

25Of the children of Simeon, mighty men of valour for the war, seven thousand and one hundred.

26Of the children of Levi four thousand and six hundred.

Key Themes

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Related Cross References

  • Hebrews 11:32-34

    This passage highlights the valor of warriors, paralleling the faith and courage of biblical heroes.

Source: 1 Chronicles 12:24