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381 results for “Elders” — showing 161–180
- Overview1 Samuel 4devastating defeat, losing about four thousand men. This loss prompts the elders of Israel to question why the Lord allowed them to be defeated, leading them
- Key Events1 Samuel 8elders of Israel approach Samuel at Ramah, expressing their desire for a king to judge them like other nations, due to Samuel
- Overview1 Samuel 8judges. However, they do not walk in his ways, leading the elders of Israel to approach Samuel with their request for a king, stating, "Now appoint
- Cross-References1 Samuel 30Generosity, Fairness, Equality. David's sharing of the spoils with the elders of Judah in 1 Samuel 30:26 exemplifies the principle of generosity and sharing
- Key Events1 Samuel 30contributes to the whole. David sends portions of the spoils to the elders of Judah, strengthening his ties with them and acknowledging their support. David Sends
- Linguistic Insights2 Samuel 18plan') Counsel was highly valued in ancient Israel, often sought from elders or wise individuals. It was considered a source of wisdom and guidance. The verb
- Key Events2 Samuel 19ultimate return of Christ as King, bringing justice and reconciliation. Barzillai, an elderly supporter of David, is offered a place at the king's table
- Key Events1 Kings 8Solomon assembles the elders of Israel and all the heads of the tribes to bring the Ark of the Covenant from the city of David
- Overview1 Kings 8constructed Temple in #Jerusalem. This chapter begins with the gathering of the elders of Israel and the leaders of the tribes to bring
- Practical Applications1 Kings 12Rehoboam's decision to reject the advice of the elders and follow the counsel of his peers led to the division of the kingdom. This teaches
- Study Questions1 Kings 12learn from Rehoboam's decision to reject the advice of the elders and follow the counsel of his peers? Wisdom and counsel. Encourages the reader
- Overview1 Kings 20initially intimidated, agrees to the demands but later seeks counsel from the elders of Israel, who advise him to resist the king of Aram. This moment
- Key Events2 Kings 19into the house of the Lord. He sends Eliakim, Shebna, and the elders of the priests, covered with sackcloth, to the prophet Isaiah, seeking his intercession
- Overview2 Kings 23moved and recognizes the need for national repentance. He gathers all the elders and people of Judah and reads the contents of the book aloud, reaffirming
- Key Figures1 Chronicles 1central figure whose descendants form the nation of Israel. Esau Elder twin brother of Jacob. Esau is known for selling his birthright to Jacob and being
- Linguistic Insights1 Chronicles 19Hebrew for 'understanding') In the biblical context, counsel was often sought from elders or wise men, and it played a crucial role in decision-making processes
- Key Figures1 Chronicles 28importance of obedience to God's commandments. The Leaders of Israel Elders, officers, and commanders gathered by David. The leaders of Israel are assembled by David
- Prophetic Fulfillments2 Chronicles 5people. 1 Kings 8:1-11 Then Solomon summoned to Jerusalem the elders of Israel and all the heads of the tribes—the leaders
- Cross-References2 Chronicles 10Burden, Division. 2 Chronicles 10:8 describes Rehoboam's rejection of the elders' counsel, which aligns with Proverbs 15:22's teaching on the importance
- Key Events2 Chronicles 10united kingdom established under David and Solomon. Rehoboam consults with the elders who advise him to serve the people and speak kindly to them. However