1 Chronicles 18:14
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 Version
And 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 Bible
So 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 Bible
So David reigned over all Israel and executed justice and righteousness to all the people.So Joab and the people who were with him drew near against the Arameans to battle, and they fled before him.

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 1917
And 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 Officers
14Thus 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.

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1 Chronicles 18
1. David subdues the Philistines and the Moabites
3. 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
The phrase "Thus David reigned" signifies the culmination of David's military victories and the establishment of his authority over Israel. The Hebrew root for "reigned" is "מָלַךְ" (malak), which means to rule or have dominion. This highlights David's God-ordained kingship, emphasizing the divine approval and legitimacy of his rule. Historically, David's reign is seen as a golden era for Israel, marked by unity and prosperity. His leadership is a foreshadowing of the ultimate reign of Christ, the Son of David, who will establish an eternal kingdom.

over all Israel
The phrase "over all Israel" underscores the unification of the twelve tribes under David's leadership. This unity was not merely political but also spiritual, as David sought to lead the nation in covenant faithfulness to God. The historical context reveals that prior to David, Israel was often fragmented and divided. David's reign brought a sense of national identity and purpose, aligning with God's promise to Abraham of a great nation. This unity is a precursor to the New Testament church, where believers from all nations are united in Christ.

administering justice
"Administering justice" reflects David's role as a righteous judge and leader. The Hebrew word for "justice" is "מִשְׁפָּט" (mishpat), which involves making decisions that are fair and equitable, based on God's law. David's administration of justice was a reflection of God's own justice, serving as a model for leaders to follow. This concept is deeply rooted in the Torah, where justice is a central theme, and it points to the ultimate justice that will be established by Christ in His kingdom.

and righteousness
The term "and righteousness" is paired with justice to describe the moral and ethical standards of David's reign. The Hebrew word "צְדָקָה" (tsedaqah) refers to righteousness, integrity, and uprightness. David's commitment to righteousness was not only in his personal conduct but also in his governance, ensuring that the nation adhered to God's standards. This dual emphasis on justice and righteousness is a recurring biblical theme, highlighting the character of God and His expectations for His people.

for all his people
The phrase "for all his people" indicates the inclusivity and impartiality of David's rule. His administration was not limited to a select group but extended to every individual within the nation. This reflects the biblical principle that leaders are to serve all people, regardless of status or background. It also points to the New Testament teaching that in Christ, there is no distinction between Jew and Gentile, slave and free, male and female, as all are one in Him. David's reign, therefore, serves as a type of the inclusive and just reign of Christ over His church.

(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.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Thus David
דָּוִ֖יד (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


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