1 Chronicles 18:10 Meaning and Explanation
“He sent Hadoram his son to king David, to enquire of his welfare, and to congratulate him, because he had fought against Hadarezer, and smitten him; (for Hadarezer had war with Tou;) and with him all manner of vessels of gold and silver and brass.”
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Read Full Chapter →Tou sends his son Hadoram to greet and congratulate David, bearing vessels of gold, silver, and bronze.
What Does 1 Chronicles 18:10 Mean?
Tou sends his own son as an envoy to bless David and bring gifts of precious metal. The common enemy Hadarezer had warred against them both, so Tou comes in peace rather than as a foe to be conquered.
Where some nations are subdued by the sword, here one comes freely with gifts and goodwill. It hints at a wider gathering still to come, when peoples not driven by force but drawn by gladness bring their treasures to the King whom God has exalted.
1 Chronicles 18:10 in the Original Language
shalom (שָׁלוֹם), 'welfare' -- the rich peace and wholeness Tou's son comes to wish upon David.
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What does 1 Chronicles 18:10 mean?
Tou sends his son Hadoram to greet and congratulate David, bearing vessels of gold, silver, and bronze.