歴代誌Ⅰ 23:1 JCB

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - 1 Chronicles 23:1

1. when David was old . . . he made Solomon . . . king—This brief statement, which comprises the substance of 1 Kings 1:32-48, is made here solely to introduce an account of the preparations carried on by David during the latter years of his life for providing a national place of worship. :-. NUMBER AND DISTRIBUTION OF THE LEVITES. read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 1 Chronicles 23:1-32

Preparations for temple service chs. 23-26Verses 1 and 2 of chapter 23 (1 Chronicles 23:1-2) provide an outline for what follows in chapters 23-27 but in reverse order. After David appointed Solomon as his coregent in 973 B.C., he began the preparations the writer described here.David adapted the service of the Levites, who assisted the priests, to the new temple ritual. This form of worship was a combination of tabernacle and divinely approved revised worship (1 Chronicles 23:3-32; Numbers 3).... read more

John Dummelow

John Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible - 1 Chronicles 23:1-32

David makes Solomon King. Particulars relating to the LevitesThis and the following three chapters (supplementing the earlier history) describe the arrangements made by David for the organisation of the Temple service after Solomon had been appointed his successor. The incidents relating to this last event, which are recorded in 1 Kings 1, are omitted by the writer, who passes over all David’s domestic troubles.3. From the age of thirty years] This limit is given in Numbers 4:3, but... read more

Charles John Ellicott

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - 1 Chronicles 23:1

(1) So when David was old and full of days.—Literally, Now David had become old and satisfied with days. (See Genesis 35:29; Job 42:17; where both terms, which are verbs here, appear as adjectives.) Perhaps our pointing is wrong. The expression “satisfied with days” reminds us of Horace, who describes the philosopher as departing this life like a satisfied guest (ut conviva satur, etc.).He made Solomon his son king.—Heb., and he made, &c. This short statement is all that the chronicler has... read more

Arno Clemens Gaebelein

Arno Gaebelein's Annotated Bible - 1 Chronicles 23:1-32

2. The Numbering and Arrangement of the Levites CHAPTER 23 1. Solomon made king (1 Chronicles 23:1 ) 2. The number of the Levites (1 Chronicles 23:2-6 ) 3. The Gershonites (1 Chronicles 23:7-11 ) 4. The sons of Kohath (1 Chronicles 23:12-20 ) 5. The sons of Merari (1 Chronicles 23:21-23 ) 6. The service of the Levites (1 Chronicles 23:24-32 ) David, in his seventieth year, made Solomon king. It is the first time, and afterwards (1 Chronicles 29:22 ) he was made king the second... read more

James Gray

James Gray's Concise Bible Commentary - 1 Chronicles 23:1-32

DAVID ’S REIGN THE DOWNFALL OF SAUL (1 Chronicles 10:0 ) In reading this chapter with whose general contents we became familiar in 1 Samuel 31:0 , it is important to note the inspired comment at its close (1 Chronicles 10:13-14 ). DAVID’S HEROES (1 Chronicles 11-12) In the history of David in this book, the writer dwells chiefly on its prosperous side, passing over the rest as lightly as possible. His anointing at Hebron (1 Chronicles 11:1-3 ) reveals nothing of what we learned earlier of... read more

Joseph Parker

The People's Bible by Joseph Parker - 1 Chronicles 23:1

"Handfuls of Purpose," For All Gleaners "So when David was old and full of days, he made Solomon his son king over Israel." 1 Chronicles 23:1 . We are not to carry our kingships too far, and thus keep out other and stronger men. Kings should abdicate before they become imbecile; pastors should not wear out the love of their people by continuing unduly in office. It is always well to take the opinion of others when it will be given frankly and lovingly as to our ability to continue with... read more

Joseph Parker

The People's Bible by Joseph Parker - 1 Chronicles 23:1-32

How to Employ Old Age 1 Chronicles 23:0 ALTHOUGH the king was so old, he lost none of his interest in the highest department of his work. It is pitiful to see how soon some people sink into old age; on the other hand, it is inspiring to observe how the noblest workers have disdained to become old and have coveted only the glory of dying in harness. The pathos of David's action will be more clearly recognised if we remember that the literal translation is, "Now David had become satisfied with... read more

Robert Hawker

Hawker's Poor Man's Commentary - 1 Chronicles 23:1

CONTENTS This Chapter relates to us the appointing of Solomon king, in the room of David his father. The Levites and officers of the temple are appointed also, and numbered. 1 Chronicles 23:1 The age of David was not so great as many of his fathers. When he died, he had not exceeded seventy years. But the truth was, he had worn fast, and worn out. His whole life had been both an active, and an anxious one; and cares consume the strength. read more

George Haydock

George Haydock's Catholic Bible Commentary - 1 Chronicles 23:1

Full, satisfied, in the last year of his reign, and the 70th of his age. (Du Hamel) --- Cur non ut plenus vit'e6 conviva recedit? (Lucretius iii.) --- Israel. This example was much followed by succeeding kings. (Calmet) --- Yet this is controverted. (Houbigant) (Haydock) read more