King James Version

What Does 1 Chronicles 16:1 Mean?

“So they brought the ark of God, and set it in the midst of the tent that David had pitched for it: and they offered burnt sacrifices and peace offerings before God.”

Context

So they brought the ark of God, and set it in the midst of the tent that David had pitched for it: and they offered burnt sacrifices and peace offerings before God.

And when David had made an end of offering the burnt offerings and the peace offerings, he blessed the people in the name of the LORD.

And he dealt to every one of Israel, both man and woman, to every one a loaf of bread, and a good piece of flesh, and a flagon of wine.

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Topics in This Verse

Peace

Commentary

Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers

XVI. (1) **So they brought the ark of God.**—1Chronicles 16:1-3 are wrongly separated from the concluding verses of 1 Chronicles 15. The narrative is still parallel to 2 Sam. (2 Samuel 17-19 a). The differences are unimportant. **God.**—Samuel, *Jehovah.* **And set it.**—Samuel adds, “in its place.” **And they offered burnt sacrifices.**—Samuel, *“*and *David* offered [a different word] burnt sacrifices before *Jehovah.”* Our narrative takes care to make it clear that *the priests and Levites* ministered in the sacrifices.

Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of 1 Chronicles. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

1 Chronicles 16:1 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.