1 Chronicles 21:7
1 Chronicles 21:7 Meaning and Explanation
“And God was displeased with this thing; therefore he smote Israel.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God is displeased with the census, and judgment falls upon Israel.
What Does 1 Chronicles 21:7 Mean?
The narrative names the verdict plainly. What David counted as triumph, God counted as sin, and "this thing" brings a blow upon the nation. The verse is brief and weighty, a hinge between the deed and its consequence.
Scripture does not flatter its heroes. The same David who danced before the ark now leads his people into chastening. Yet displeasure here is the response of a God who cares enough to correct, not to abandon. The Lord's discipline is never indifference; it is the wounding of a Father who means to heal.
Frequently Asked Questions About 1 Chronicles 21:7
What does 1 Chronicles 21:7 mean?
God is displeased with the census, and judgment falls upon Israel.