1 Chronicles 18:2

Translations

Modern

David also defeated the Moabites, and they became subject to David and brought him tribute.

Traditional

And he smote Moab; and the Moabites became David’s servants, and brought gifts.

Literal

And he defeated Moab, and the Moabites became servants of David, bringing tribute.

Latin

…percuteretque Moab, et fierent Moabitæ servi David, offerentes ei munera.

Original

Hebrew

English

David also defeated the Moabites, and they became subject to David and brought him tribute.

Notes

1 Chronicles 18:2–13

David conquered areas east of the Jordan River in stages. First, he took over Moab in the south, securing control of the plateau north of the Arnon River. His victory over the Aramean alliance led by Hadadezer resulted in an alliance with King Toi of Hamath, who was Hadadezer's enemy (1 Chronicles 18:9–11). After defeating Ammon and the Arameans east of the Jordan, David expanded his control over southern Edom and gained access to a southern seaport (1 Chronicles 18:12–13).

1 Chronicles 18:1–17

These war records describe how David expanded his kingdom by conquering:

They include details about David’s international relations, the treasures he gained, and the tributes he received (1 Chronicles 18:7–11). A common theme is that the Lord gave David victory wherever he went (1 Chronicles 18:6, 13).

1 Chronicles 18:1–20:8

This section tells about David's wars and military successes, showing him as a great warrior in Israel's history. It focuses on the public and political sides of David's enemies, with little about their private lives.
There are three main parts that match accounts in Samuel:
1. Battles during the kingdom's expansion (1 Chronicles 18:1–17; see 2 Samuel 8:1–16)
2. The battle against the Ammonites (1 Chronicles 19:1–20:3; see 2 Samuel 10:1–11:1; 12:30–31)
3. The deeds of David's mighty men (1 Chronicles 20:4–8; see 2 Samuel 21:18–22)
Each part starts with a time transition (some time later) that loosely connects these events (1 Chronicles 18:1; 19:1; 20:4).

Theme notes and profiles

David

Related verses

Psalm 72:8–10
May he rule from sea to sea, and from the Euphrates to the ends of the earth.
1 Kings 10:2
She arrived in Jerusalem with a very large caravan—with camels bearing spices, gold in great abundance, and precious stones. And she came to Solomon and spoke to him all that was on her mind.
Numbers 24:17
I see him, but not now; I behold him, but not near. A star will come forth from Jacob, and a scepter will arise from Israel. He will crush the skulls of Moab and strike down all the sons of Sheth.
Isaiah 11:14
They will swoop down on the slopes of the Philistines to the west; together they will plunder the sons of the east. They will lay their hands on Edom and Moab, and the Ammonites will be subject to them.
1 Kings 10:25
Year after year, each visitor would bring his tribute: articles of silver and gold, clothing, weapons, spices, horses, and mules.
Psalm 68:29–30
Because of Your temple at Jerusalem kings will bring You gifts.
Psalm 60:8
Moab is My washbasin; upon Edom I toss My sandal; over Philistia I shout in triumph.”
2 Samuel 8:2
David also defeated the Moabites, made them lie down on the ground, and measured them off with a cord. He measured off with two lengths those to be put to death, and with one length those to be spared. So the Moabites became subject to David and brought him tribute.
Isaiah 16:1
Send the tribute lambs to the ruler of the land, from Sela in the desert to the mount of Daughter Zion.
1 Samuel 10:27
But some worthless men said, “How can this man save us?” So they despised him and brought him no gifts; but Saul remained silent about it.
2 Kings 3:4–5
Now Mesha king of Moab was a sheep breeder, and he would render to the king of Israel a hundred thousand lambs and the wool of a hundred thousand rams.
Judges 3:29–30
At that time they struck down about ten thousand Moabites, all robust and valiant men. Not one of them escaped.

Parallels

2 Samuel 8:1–14 Psalm 60:1–12

People

David: Anointed king of Israel, ancestor of Jesus Christ

Places

Moab: Ancient kingdom east of the Dead Sea in Jordan

Glossary

Chronicles, Books of First and Second Genealogy History of Israel Palestine

Topics

Moabites: David Conquers Zobah: Conquest of, by David

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