1 Samuel 30:25 Meaning
And it was so from that day forward, that he made it a statute and an ordinance for Israel unto this day.
Context Explained
23Then said David, Ye shall not do so, my brethren, with that which the LORD hath given us, who hath preserved us, and delivered the company that came against us into our hand.
24For who will hearken unto you in this matter? but as his part is that goeth down to the battle, so shall his part be that tarrieth by the stuff: they shall part alike.
25And it was so from that day forward, that he made it a statute and an ordinance for Israel unto this day.
26And when David came to Ziklag, he sent of the spoil unto the elders of Judah, even to his friends, saying, Behold a present for you of the spoil of the enemies of the LORD;
27To them which were in Beth-el, and to them which were in south Ramoth, and to them which were in Jattir,
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Matthew 5:17
Jesus fulfilled the law, similar to how David established statutes for Israel.
Romans 13:1
Both verses emphasize the importance of authority and governance in society.
1 Peter 2:13
The call to submit to authority resonates with David's establishment of laws.
Source: 1 Samuel 30:25