Introduction The establishment of rival worship centers in Bethel and Dan was one of the most significant events affecting the spiritual life of the nation of Israel. After the division of the united monarchy following the reign of Solomon, the northern kingdom came under the rule of Jeroboam I. Concerned…
In What Ways Does This Altar Anticipate Future Worship Practices? Introduction Throughout the Bible, altars hold deep spiritual meaning. They are places where humans meet God through sacrifice, repentance, and thanksgiving. One significant altar appears in 2 Samuel 24, when King David builds an altar on the threshing floor of…
Why Does the Book of 2 Samuel Emphasize Proper Worship Early in David’s Reign? The early chapters of the Second Book of Samuel highlight the importance of proper worship during the beginning of King David’s reign. This emphasis is not accidental; rather, it reveals a theological message about leadership, obedience,…