Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version David reigned over all Israel, doing what was just and right for all his people. New Living Translation So David reigned over all Israel and did what was just and right for all his people. English Standard Version So David reigned over all Israel, and he administered justice and equity to all his people. Berean Standard Bible Thus David reigned over all Israel and administered justice and righteousness for all his people: King James Bible So David reigned over all Israel, and executed judgment and justice among all his people. New King James Version So David reigned over all Israel, and administered judgment and justice to all his people. New American Standard Bible So David reigned over all Israel; and he administered justice and righteousness for all his people. NASB 1995 So David reigned over all Israel; and he administered justice and righteousness for all his people. NASB 1977 So David reigned over all Israel; and he administered justice and righteousness for all his people. Legacy Standard Bible So David reigned over all Israel; and he was doing justice and righteousness for all his people. Amplified Bible So David reigned over all Israel and administered justice and righteousness for all his people. Christian Standard Bible So David reigned over all Israel, administering justice and righteousness for all his people. Holman Christian Standard Bible So David reigned over all Israel, administering justice and righteousness for all his people. American Standard Version And David reigned over all Israel; and he executed justice and righteousness unto all his people. Contemporary English Version David ruled all Israel with fairness and justice. English Revised Version And David reigned over all Israel; and he executed judgment and justice unto all his people. GOD'S WORD® Translation So David ruled all Israel. He did what was fair and right for all his people. Good News Translation David ruled over all Israel and made sure that his people were always treated fairly and justly. International Standard Version So David reigned over all of Israel, administering justice and equity to all of his people. Majority Standard Bible Thus David reigned over all Israel and administered justice and righteousness for all his people: NET Bible David reigned over all Israel; he guaranteed justice for all his people. New Heart English Bible David reigned over all Israel; and he executed justice and righteousness to all his people. Webster's Bible Translation So David reigned over all Israel, and executed judgment and justice among all his people. World English Bible David reigned over all Israel; and he executed justice and righteousness for all his people. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd David reigns over all Israel, and he is doing judgment and righteousness to all his people, Young's Literal Translation And David reigneth over all Israel, and he is doing judgment and righteousness to all his people, Smith's Literal Translation And David will reign over all Israel, and he will be doing judgment and justice to all his people. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleSo David reigned over all Israel, and executed judgment and justice among all his people. Catholic Public Domain Version Therefore, David reigned over all of Israel, and he executed judgment and justice among all his people. New American Bible David was king over all Israel; he dispensed justice and right to all his people. New Revised Standard Version So David reigned over all Israel; and he administered justice and equity to all his people. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleSo David reigned over all Israel and executed justice and righteousness to all the people. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And David reigned over all Israel, and David was executing judgment and righteousness for all the people. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And David reigned over all Israel; and he executed justice and righteousness unto all his people. Brenton Septuagint Translation So David reigned over all Israel; and he executed judgment and justice to all his people. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context David's Officers14Thus David reigned over all Israel and administered justice and righteousness for all his people: 15Joab son of Zeruiah was over the army; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was the recorder;… Cross References 2 Samuel 8:15 Thus David reigned over all Israel and administered justice and righteousness for all his people: Psalm 72:2 May he judge Your people with righteousness and Your afflicted with justice. Psalm 72:4 May he vindicate the afflicted among the people; may he save the children of the needy and crush the oppressor. Psalm 72:12-14 For he will deliver the needy who cry out and the afflicted who have no helper. / He will take pity on the poor and needy and save the lives of the oppressed. / He will redeem them from oppression and violence, for their blood is precious in his sight. Isaiah 9:7 Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from that time and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this. Jeremiah 23:5 Behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, and He will reign wisely as King and will administer justice and righteousness in the land. 2 Samuel 23:3 The God of Israel spoke; the Rock of Israel said to me, ‘He who rules the people with justice, who rules in the fear of God, 1 Kings 10:9 Blessed be the LORD your God, who has delighted in you to set you on the throne of Israel. Because of the LORD’s eternal love for Israel, He has made you king to carry out justice and righteousness.” Psalm 89:14 Righteousness and justice are the foundation of Your throne; loving devotion and faithfulness go before You. Isaiah 32:1 Behold, a king will reign in righteousness, and princes will rule with justice. Proverbs 29:4 By justice a king brings stability to the land, but a man who exacts tribute demolishes it. Romans 13:4 For he is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not carry the sword in vain. He is God’s servant, an agent of retribution to the wrongdoer. Hebrews 1:8 But about the Son He says: “Your throne, O God, endures forever and ever, and justice is the scepter of Your kingdom. Matthew 12:18 “Here is My Servant, whom I have chosen, My beloved, in whom My soul delights. I will put My Spirit on Him, and He will proclaim justice to the nations. Luke 1:33 and He will reign over the house of Jacob forever. His kingdom will never end!” Treasury of Scripture So David reigned over all Israel, and executed judgment and justice among all his people. David 1 Chronicles 12:38 All these men of war, that could keep rank, came with a perfect heart to Hebron, to make David king over all Israel: and all the rest also of Israel were of one heart to make David king. executed 2 Samuel 8:15 And David reigned over all Israel; and David executed judgment and justice unto all his people. Psalm 78:71,72 From following the ewes great with young he brought him to feed Jacob his people, and Israel his inheritance… Psalm 89:14 Justice and judgment are the habitation of thy throne: mercy and truth shall go before thy face. Jump to Previous Administered David Decisions Equity Executed Israel Judging Judgment Justice Reigned Reigneth Right RighteousnessJump to Next Administered David Decisions Equity Executed Israel Judging Judgment Justice Reigned Reigneth Right Righteousness1 Chronicles 18 1. David subdues the Philistines and the Moabites3. He smites Hadarezer and the Syrians 9. Tou sends Hadoram with presents to bless David 11. The presents and the spoil David dedicates to God 13. He put garrisons in Edom 14. David's officers Thus David reigned over all Israel David's reign over all Israel marks the unification of the tribes, a significant achievement following the division and strife during Saul's reign. This unity is a fulfillment of God's promise to David, as seen in 2 Samuel 7:8-16, where God establishes David's house and kingdom. David's leadership is a type of Christ, who unites all believers under His spiritual reign. The phrase also highlights the geographical expanse of David's rule, encompassing the entire land promised to the patriarchs, from Dan to Beersheba. and administered justice and righteousness for all his people Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe central figure in this verse, David is the king of Israel, known for his heart after God and his leadership qualities. His reign is marked by military victories, expansion of the kingdom, and a commitment to justice and righteousness. 2. Israel The nation over which David reigns. Israel is God's chosen people, and under David's leadership, it experiences a period of prosperity and peace. 3. Justice and Righteousness These are the key principles of David's administration. In Hebrew, "justice" (mishpat) and "righteousness" (tzedakah) are foundational to the covenant relationship between God and His people. Teaching Points Leadership and IntegrityDavid's reign exemplifies the importance of leading with integrity. As Christians, we are called to reflect God's justice and righteousness in our spheres of influence. Justice as a Divine Mandate Justice is not merely a human concept but a divine mandate. Believers are encouraged to pursue justice in their communities, reflecting God's character. Righteousness in Daily Life Righteousness involves living in right relationship with God and others. It calls for ethical behavior and moral integrity in all aspects of life. The Role of Authority Those in positions of authority are accountable to God for how they govern. This principle applies to leaders in all areas, including family, church, and society. God's Faithfulness to His People David's successful reign is a testament to God's faithfulness to His covenant promises. Believers can trust in God's faithfulness in their lives.(14-17) David's internal administration and high officers of state. (14) Executed.--Was doing; a permanent state of things. Judgment and justice.--Right and justice. The former is the quality, the latter the conduct which embodies it. Among.--For, or unto. Hebrew Thus Davidדָּוִ֖יד (dā·wîḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse reigned וַיִּמְלֹ֥ךְ (way·yim·lōḵ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 4427: To reign, inceptively, to ascend the throne, to induct into royalty, to take counsel over עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every Israel, יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל (yiś·rā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc administering עֹשֶׂ֛ה (‘ō·śeh) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make justice מִשְׁפָּ֥ט (miš·pāṭ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4941: A verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, style and righteousness וּצְדָקָ֖ה (ū·ṣə·ḏā·qāh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 6666: Rightness, subjectively, objectively for all לְכָל־ (lə·ḵāl) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every his people: עַמּֽוֹ׃ (‘am·mōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock Links 1 Chronicles 18:14 NIV1 Chronicles 18:14 NLT 1 Chronicles 18:14 ESV 1 Chronicles 18:14 NASB 1 Chronicles 18:14 KJV 1 Chronicles 18:14 BibleApps.com 1 Chronicles 18:14 Biblia Paralela 1 Chronicles 18:14 Chinese Bible 1 Chronicles 18:14 French Bible 1 Chronicles 18:14 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Chronicles 18:14 David reigned over all Israel (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr) |
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