1 Chronicles 13:6
1 Chronicles 13:6 in Multiple Translations
David and all Israel went up to Baalah of Judah (that is, Kiriath-jearim) to bring up from there the ark of God the LORD, who is enthroned between the cherubim—the ark that is called by the Name.
And David went up, and all Israel, to Baalah, that is, to Kirjath-jearim, which belonged to Judah, to bring up thence the ark of God the LORD, that dwelleth between the cherubims, whose name is called on it.
And David went up, and all Israel, to Baalah, that is, to Kiriath-jearim, which belonged to Judah, to bring up from thence the ark of God Jehovah that sitteth above the cherubim, that is called by the Name.
And David went up, with all Israel, to Baalah, that is, to Kiriath-jearim in Judah, to get up from there the ark of God, over which the holy Name is named, the name of the Lord whose place is between the winged ones.
So David and all of Israel went to Baalah (otherwise called Kiriath-jearim) in Judah to bring back the Ark of God the Lord, whose throne is between the cherubim and who is called by the Name.
And Dauid went vp and all Israel to Baalath, in Kiriath-iearim, that was in Iudah, to bring vp from thence the Arke of God the Lord that dwelleth betweene the Cherubims, where his Name is called on.
and David goeth up, and all Israel, to Baalah, unto Kirjath-Jearim that [is] to Judah, to bring up thence the ark of God Jehovah, inhabiting the cherubs, where the Name is called on.
David went up with all Israel to Baalah, that is, to Kiriath Jearim, which belonged to Judah, to bring up from there God the LORD’s ark that sits above the cherubim, that is called by the Name.
And David went up, and all Israel, to Baalah, that is , to Kirjath-jearim, which belonged to Judah, to bring up thence the ark of God the LORD, that dwelleth between the cherubim, whose name is called on it .
And David went up with all the men of Israel to the hill of Cariathiarim which is in Juda, to bring thence the ark of the Lord God sitting upon the cherubims, where his name is called upon.
David went with all the Israeli people to Baalah town, which is another name for Kiriath-Jearim, to get the Sacred Chest. The people believed that God ruled from between the statues of winged creatures that was above the lid of the Sacred Chest [MTY].
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- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 13:6
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Context — David Fetches the Ark
6David and all Israel went up to Baalah of Judah (that is, Kiriath-jearim) to bring up from there the ark of God the LORD, who is enthroned between the cherubim—the ark that is called by the Name.
7So they carried the ark of God from the house of Abinadab on a new cart, with Uzzah and Ahio guiding the cart. 8David and all the Israelites were celebrating before God with all their might, with songs and on harps and lyres, with tambourines, cymbals, and trumpets.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 25:22 | And I will meet with you there above the mercy seat, between the two cherubim that are over the ark of the Testimony; I will speak with you about all that I command you regarding the Israelites. |
| 2 | Joshua 15:9 | From the hilltop the border curved to the spring of the Waters of Nephtoah, proceeded to the cities of Mount Ephron, and then bent around toward Baalah (that is, Kiriath-jearim). |
| 3 | 2 Kings 19:15 | And Hezekiah prayed before the LORD: “O LORD, God of Israel, enthroned between the cherubim, You alone are God over all the kingdoms of the earth. You made the heavens and the earth. |
| 4 | 1 Samuel 4:4 | So the people sent men to Shiloh, and they brought back the ark of the covenant of the LORD of Hosts, who sits enthroned between the cherubim. And the two sons of Eli, Hophni and Phinehas, were there with the ark of the covenant of God. |
| 5 | Joshua 15:60 | Kiriath-baal (that is, Kiriath-jearim), and Rabbah—two cities, along with their villages. |
| 6 | 1 Kings 8:16 | ‘Since the day I brought My people Israel out of Egypt, I have not chosen a city from any tribe of Israel in which to build a house so that My Name would be there. But I have chosen David to be over My people Israel.’ |
| 7 | 2 Samuel 6:2–11 | And he and all his troops set out for Baale of Judah to bring up from there the ark of God, which is called by the Name— the name of the LORD of Hosts, who is enthroned between the cherubim that are on it. They set the ark of God on a new cart and brought it from the house of Abinadab, which was on the hill. Uzzah and Ahio, the sons of Abinadab, were guiding the new cart, bringing with it the ark of God. And Ahio was walking in front of the ark. David and all the house of Israel were celebrating before the LORD with all kinds of wood instruments, harps, stringed instruments, tambourines, sistrums, and cymbals. When they came to the threshing floor of Nacon, Uzzah reached out and took hold of the ark of God, because the oxen had stumbled. And the anger of the LORD burned against Uzzah, and God struck him down on the spot for his irreverence, and he died there beside the ark of God. Then David became angry because the LORD had burst forth against Uzzah; so he named that place Perez-uzzah, as it is called to this day. That day David feared the LORD and asked, “How can the ark of the LORD ever come to me?” So he was unwilling to move the ark of the LORD to the City of David; instead, he took it aside to the house of Obed-edom the Gittite. Thus the ark of the LORD remained in the house of Obed-edom the Gittite for three months, and the LORD blessed him and all his household. |
| 8 | Isaiah 37:16 | “O LORD of Hosts, God of Israel, enthroned above the cherubim, You alone are God over all the kingdoms of the earth. You made the heavens and the earth. |
| 9 | Psalms 80:1 | Hear us, O Shepherd of Israel, who leads Joseph like a flock; You who sit enthroned between the cherubim, shine forth |
| 10 | Psalms 99:1 | The LORD reigns; let the nations tremble! He is enthroned above the cherubim; let the earth quake! |
1 Chronicles 13:6 Summary
This verse tells us that David and the Israelites went to Kiriath-jearim to bring the ark of God to Jerusalem, because they wanted to be close to God's presence and power. The ark was a special symbol of God's covenant with his people, and it was called by the Name, which means that it was associated with God's name, Yahweh. This reminds us that God is a powerful and holy God, who deserves our reverence and respect, as seen in Exodus 25:22 and Psalm 99:1. By bringing the ark to Jerusalem, David and the Israelites were showing their desire to worship and obey God, and to follow his commands, just like we should today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did David and the Israelites want to bring the ark of God to Jerusalem?
They wanted to bring the ark to Jerusalem because it was a symbol of God's presence and power, and they believed it would bring them closer to God, as seen in 1 Chronicles 13:6 and Psalm 132:8
What is the significance of the ark being called by the Name?
The ark being called by the Name refers to the fact that God's name, Yahweh, was associated with the ark, and it was a reminder of God's covenant with his people, as seen in Exodus 25:22 and Isaiah 48:2
Why is Kiriath-jearim also referred to as Baalah of Judah?
Kiriath-jearim is referred to as Baalah of Judah because Baalah was an older name for the city, and it was located in the territory of Judah, as seen in Joshua 15:9 and 1 Chronicles 13:6
What can we learn from David's actions in this verse?
We can learn from David's actions that he was eager to please God and to follow his commands, and that he recognized the importance of the ark as a symbol of God's presence, as seen in 1 Chronicles 13:6 and Psalm 16:11
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to you that God is enthroned between the cherubim, and how does that impact your understanding of his power and presence?
- How can you, like David, show reverence and respect for God's presence in your life?
- What are some ways that you can, like the Israelites, celebrate God's presence and power in your life?
- How can you, in your daily life, remember that God is the one who is called by the Name, and that he is the one who is worthy of praise and worship?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 13:6
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 13:6
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 13:6
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 13:6
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 13:6
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 13:6
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 13:6
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 13:6
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What Is Your Life? by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the crucifixion of Jesus and the impact it had on the people who witnessed it. He emphasizes the importance of using our time wisely and not |
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(Hebrews - Part 25): The Holy of Holies by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the speaker expresses his commitment to preaching about God and the Holy Trinity. He emphasizes that God reveals Himself through nature and the scriptures, using va |
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Worship (Part 1 of 3) by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the speaker begins by dividing the sermon into three parts, with the promise of a more engaging sermon in the following weeks. He then reads from Exodus 24, emphasi |
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Why Church? God's Purpose by Francis Chan | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of understanding the Bible beyond individual salvation. He uses the illustration of playing blackjack to highlight how often |
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(Exodus) Exodus 16:32-36 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the significance of the manna in the wilderness and its representation of Christ's provision and sacrifice. He explains that the manna was pl |
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The Ark of the Covenant: In God’s Sanctuary Part I by Roy Hession | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of the combination of grace and truth found in Jesus. He refers to John 1:17, which states that while the law came through Mo |
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(Come Up Higher) the Spirit Will Lift Us Higher by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of discerning the spiritual condition of believers by asking their opinion on famous television preachers. He expresses gratitu |






