For great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised: he also is to be feared above all gods.
Read it in contextSing to the LORD, All the Earth
Start reading at 1 Chronicles 16:23 (1 Chronicles 16:23 to 1 Chronicles 16:36).
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The ark's arrival, the promise to David, and accounts of victories establish the setting for the temple preparations.
16:23Sing unto the LORD, all the earth; shew forth from day to day his salvation.
16:24Declare his glory among the heathen; his marvellous works among all nations.
16:25For great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised: he also is to be feared above all gods.
16:26For all the gods of the people are idols: but the LORD made the heavens.
16:27Glory and honour are in his presence; strength and gladness are in his place.
16:28Give unto the LORD, ye kindreds of the people, give unto the LORD glory and strength.
16:29Give unto the LORD the glory due unto his name: bring an offering, and come before him: worship the LORD in the beauty of holiness.
16:30Fear before him, all the earth: the world also shall be stable, that it be not moved.
16:31Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice: and let men say among the nations, The LORD reigneth.
16:32Let the sea roar, and the fulness thereof: let the fields rejoice, and all that is therein.
16:33Then shall the trees of the wood sing out at the presence of the LORD, because he cometh to judge the earth.
16:34O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good; for his mercy endureth for ever.
16:35And say ye, Save us, O God of our salvation, and gather us together, and deliver us from the heathen, that we may give thanks to thy holy name, and glory in thy praise.
16:36Blessed be the LORD God of Israel for ever and ever. And all the people said, Amen, and praised the LORD.
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Who
Who wrote the book? Ezra is the traditional Jewish attribution. The historical writer or compiler is commonly called the Chronicler; an exact personal identification is not certain. Historical source: Babylonian Talmud, Bava Batra 14b–15a (record of Jewish attribution, not contemporary proof). traditionally held
Who was present or being addressed in this passage? In the surrounding chapter context (1 Chronicles 13:1–16:43): David, Israel's assembly, priests, Levites, musicians, and the households connected with the ark are involved in bringing it to Jerusalem and ordering worship. stated in the text
Who was the book written to? The Jewish community after the Babylonian exile, reconnecting its families, worship, and identity with Israel's earlier history. Biblical references: 1 Chronicles 9:1; 1 Chronicles 9:2. book background
What
What is the topic of this reading unit? Sing to the LORD, All the Earth. Read 1 Chronicles 16:23 through 1 Chronicles 16:36 as a connected unit. interpretation
How does it contribute to the book? The ark's arrival, the promise to David, and accounts of victories establish the setting for the temple preparations. interpretation
When
When are the events or message set? The genealogies range widely through generations; the narrative then concentrates on David and preparations for the temple. book background
Where
What is the book’s geographic setting? The tribal lines and settlements range through Israel. David's reign and temple preparations concentrate on Jerusalem. book background
Where does the context start?
This passage sits in Sing to the LORD, All the Earth (1 Chronicles 16:23 to 1 Chronicles 16:36).
Start reading at 1 Chronicles 16:23. An editorial reading unit, not a claim that the surrounding context stops here. Book background below applies to the shared passage; individual verses may need more specific explanation.
How
How does this book connect with Jesus Christ? David's house and promised successor belong to the royal line later connected to Jesus. Preserve the immediate reference to Solomon where temple-building responsibilities are stated. See 1 Chronicles 17:11, 1 Chronicles 22:9, Luke 1:32. interpretation
How should this book guide our response? Consider faithful preparation, ordered service, and the contribution of many people to worship. Genealogies describe particular family relationships and should not be turned into a universal ranking of personal worth. interpretation
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Macro-Structure
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Macro-Structure of 1 Chronicles 16
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First Chronicles presents genealogies and David's reign with sustained attention to the temple, Levites, and worship. It does not name its compiler. Its selection and arrangement differ from a full chronological biography. Local headings and stanza divisions are editorial reading aids adapted from public-domain BSB headings; verse boundaries and Scripture links use the KJV. Connections describe the surrounding book movement.
Connection to the wholeThis opening unit introduces the chapter’s movement. The ark's arrival, the promise to David, and accounts of victories establish the setting for the temple preparations.
Connection to the wholeThis unit closes the chapter’s selected reading divisions. The ark's arrival, the promise to David, and accounts of victories establish the setting for the temple preparations.
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Macro-Structure of 1 Chronicles
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First Chronicles presents genealogies and David's reign with sustained attention to the temple, Levites, and worship. It does not name its compiler. Its selection and arrangement differ from a full chronological biography.
Connection to the wholeDavid arranges materials and personnel and charges Solomon and the people, directing the close of his reign toward the future temple.
interpretation
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