Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version And David became more and more powerful, because the LORD Almighty was with him. New Living Translation And David became more and more powerful, because the LORD of Heaven’s Armies was with him. English Standard Version And David became greater and greater, for the LORD of hosts was with him. Berean Standard Bible And David became greater and greater, for the LORD of Hosts was with him. King James Bible So David waxed greater and greater: for the LORD of hosts was with him. New King James Version So David went on and became great, and the LORD of hosts was with him. New American Standard Bible And David became greater and greater, for the LORD of armies was with him. NASB 1995 David became greater and greater, for the LORD of hosts was with him. NASB 1977 And David became greater and greater, for the LORD of hosts was with him. Legacy Standard Bible And David became greater and greater, and Yahweh of hosts was with him. Amplified Bible David became greater and greater, for the LORD of hosts was with him. Christian Standard Bible David steadily grew more powerful, and the LORD of Armies was with him. Holman Christian Standard Bible David steadily grew more powerful, and the LORD of Hosts was with him. American Standard Version And David waxed greater and greater; for Jehovah of hosts was with him. Contemporary English Version David became a great and strong ruler, because the LORD All-Powerful was on his side. English Revised Version And David waxed greater and greater; for the LORD of hosts was with him. GOD'S WORD® Translation David continued to grow more powerful because the LORD of Armies was with him. Good News Translation David grew stronger and stronger, because the LORD Almighty was with him. International Standard Version David became more and more prestigious because the LORD of the Heavenly Armies was with him. Majority Standard Bible And David became greater and greater, for the LORD of Hosts was with him. NET Bible David's power steadily grew, for the LORD who commands armies was with him. New Heart English Bible David grew greater and greater; for the LORD of hosts was with him. Webster's Bible Translation So David became greater and greater: for the LORD of hosts was with him. World English Bible David grew greater and greater, for Yahweh of Armies was with him. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd David goes, going on and becoming great, and YHWH of Hosts [is] with him. Young's Literal Translation And David goeth, going on and becoming great, and Jehovah of Hosts is with him. Smith's Literal Translation And David will go, going and growing great: and Jehovah of armies with him. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd David went on growing and increasing, and the Lord of hosts was with him. Catholic Public Domain Version And David continued advancing and increasing, and the Lord of hosts was with him. New American Bible David became ever more powerful, for the LORD of hosts was with him. New Revised Standard Version And David became greater and greater, for the LORD of hosts was with him. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleSo David became greater and greater; and the LORD of hosts was with him. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And David was going on, and he became rich, and LORD JEHOVAH of Hosts was with him. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And David waxed greater and greater; for the LORD of hosts was with him. Brenton Septuagint Translation And David continued to increase, and the Lord Almighty was with him. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context David Conquers Jerusalem…8He built up the city around it, from the supporting terraces to the surrounding wall, while Joab restored the rest of the city. 9And David became greater and greater, for the LORD of Hosts was with him. Cross References 2 Samuel 5:10 And David became greater and greater, for the LORD God of Hosts was with him. 1 Samuel 16:13 So Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and the Spirit of the LORD rushed upon David from that day forward. Then Samuel set out and went to Ramah. 2 Samuel 3:1 Now the war between the house of Saul and the house of David was protracted. And David grew stronger and stronger, while the house of Saul grew weaker and weaker. 2 Samuel 8:6 Then he placed garrisons in Aram of Damascus, and the Arameans became subject to David and brought him tribute. So the LORD made David victorious wherever he went. 2 Samuel 8:14 He placed garrisons throughout Edom, and all the Edomites were subject to David. So the LORD made David victorious wherever he went. 1 Chronicles 29:12 Both riches and honor come from You, and You are the ruler over all. In Your hands are power and might to exalt and give strength to all. 1 Chronicles 29:25 The LORD highly exalted Solomon in the sight of all Israel and bestowed on him royal majesty such as had not been bestowed on any king in Israel before him. 2 Chronicles 1:1 Now Solomon son of David established himself securely over his kingdom, and the LORD his God was with him and highly exalted him. Psalm 18:32-36 It is God who arms me with strength and makes my way clear. / He makes my feet like those of a deer and stations me upon the heights. / He trains my hands for battle; my arms can bend a bow of bronze. ... Psalm 89:19-24 You once spoke in a vision; to Your godly ones You said, “I have bestowed help on a warrior; I have exalted one chosen from the people. / I have found My servant David; with My sacred oil I have anointed him. / My hand will sustain him; surely My arm will strengthen him. ... Psalm 89:27 I will indeed appoint him as My firstborn, the highest of the kings of the earth. Psalm 89:37 like the moon, established forever, a faithful witness in the sky.” Selah 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. Isaiah 11:2 The Spirit of the LORD will rest on Him—the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and strength, the Spirit of knowledge and fear of the LORD. Matthew 28:18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me. Treasury of Scripture So David waxed greater and greater: for the LORD of hosts was with him. 2 Samuel 3:1 Now there was long war between the house of Saul and the house of David: but David waxed stronger and stronger, and the house of Saul waxed weaker and weaker. 2 Samuel 5:10 And David went on, and grew great, and the LORD God of hosts was with him. Job 17:9 The righteous also shall hold on his way, and he that hath clean hands shall be stronger and stronger. for 1 Chronicles 9:20 And Phinehas the son of Eleazar was the ruler over them in time past, and the LORD was with him. Psalm 46:7,11 The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah… Isaiah 8:9,10 Associate yourselves, O ye people, and ye shall be broken in pieces; and give ear, all ye of far countries: gird yourselves, and ye shall be broken in pieces; gird yourselves, and ye shall be broken in pieces… Jump to Previous Almighty Armies Continually David Great Greater Grew Hosts Power Powerful WaxedJump to Next Almighty Armies Continually David Great Greater Grew Hosts Power Powerful Waxed1 Chronicles 11 1. David Becomes King over All Israel4. Jerusalem 10. David's Mighty Men And David became greater and greater This phrase highlights the progressive nature of David's rise to power and influence. David's growth in greatness is not merely a result of his own abilities but is attributed to divine favor. Historically, David's ascent began with his anointing by Samuel (1 Samuel 16:13) and continued through his military successes and leadership skills. His greatness is also seen in his ability to unite the tribes of Israel, establishing Jerusalem as the political and spiritual center. This growth can be compared to the parable of the mustard seed in the New Testament (Matthew 13:31-32), symbolizing the kingdom of God starting small and expanding greatly. for the LORD of Hosts was with him Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe central figure in this verse, David is anointed king over Israel and is known for his heart after God. His reign is marked by military victories and the establishment of Jerusalem as the political and spiritual center of Israel. 2. LORD of Hosts A title for God emphasizing His sovereignty and command over the heavenly armies. This title underscores God's power and presence with David, contributing to his success. 3. Israel The nation over which David reigns. This period marks the unification of the tribes under a single monarchy, with David as the king. 4. Jerusalem Although not mentioned directly in this verse, it is the city that David captures and establishes as his capital, symbolizing his growing power and God's favor. 5. The Anointing of David The event where David is recognized as king over all Israel, which sets the stage for his increasing greatness as described in this verse. Teaching Points God's Presence Brings SuccessDavid's increasing greatness is attributed to the LORD's presence. In our lives, true success comes from aligning with God's will and relying on His strength. The Importance of God's Favor David's account illustrates that God's favor is crucial for overcoming challenges and achieving our God-given purposes. Leadership and Humility Despite his growing power, David's heart remains humble before God. Effective leadership requires humility and dependence on God. Spiritual Growth and Maturity Just as David grew greater, we are called to grow in our spiritual walk, becoming more like Christ through the Holy Spirit's work in us. Trust in God's Sovereignty The title "LORD of Hosts" reminds us of God's ultimate control over all circumstances. We can trust Him to guide and protect us.(9) This verse corresponds word for word with Samuel, only omitting "God" after "Lord." Literally, and David walked on, a walking and growing great--a common Hebrew metaphor of gradual and progressive increase or decrease. (Comp. Genesis 8:5, and the use of the term andante, "walking," in music.) Lord of hosts was with him.--The Lord of Hosts is doubtless a contracted form of the fuller expression, Lord God of Hosts, as it appears in Samuel. The Lord (or God) of Hosts is a title derived from God's supremacy over the host of heaven, i.e., the stars, worshipped as deities by the races environing Israel, insomuch that the very word for God in the old Babylonian is represented by a star (*); and in the later Assyrian character star was represented by the symbol for God thrice repeated. Assur, the supreme deity of the Assyrian Pantheon, is called in the inscriptions "king of the legions of heaven and earth," or "of the great gods." Similar titles were given to the Babylonian Nebo and Merodach. The Hebrew phrase is therefore, in one sense, equivalent to a concise assertion of the statement, "Jehovah your God is God of gods, and Lord of lords" (Deuteronomy 10:17 : comp. also Psalm 95:3; Psalm 97:7). That the hosts in question are the stars appears from Psalm 33:6; Isaiah 40:26; Judges 5:20. . . . Hebrew And Davidדָּוִ֖יד (dā·wîḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse became וַיֵּ֥לֶךְ (way·yê·leḵ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk greater הָל֣וֹךְ (hā·lō·wḵ) Verb - Qal - Infinitive absolute Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk and greater, וְגָד֑וֹל (wə·ḡā·ḏō·wl) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Infinitive absolute Strong's 1419: Great, older, insolent for the LORD וַיהוָ֥ה (Yah·weh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel of Hosts צְבָא֖וֹת (ṣə·ḇā·’ō·wṯ) Noun - common plural Strong's 6635: A mass of persons, reg, organized for, war, a campaign was with him. עִמּֽוֹ׃ (‘im·mōw) Preposition | third person masculine singular Strong's 5973: With, equally with Links 1 Chronicles 11:9 NIV1 Chronicles 11:9 NLT 1 Chronicles 11:9 ESV 1 Chronicles 11:9 NASB 1 Chronicles 11:9 KJV 1 Chronicles 11:9 BibleApps.com 1 Chronicles 11:9 Biblia Paralela 1 Chronicles 11:9 Chinese Bible 1 Chronicles 11:9 French Bible 1 Chronicles 11:9 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Chronicles 11:9 David grew greater and greater (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr) |
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