1 Chronicles 20:4
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for 1 Chronicles 20:4 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
1 Chronicles 20:4 is a verse from the book of 1 Chronicles in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "And it came to pass after this, that there arose war at Gezer with the Philistines; at which time Sibbechai the Hushathi..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
1 Chronicles 20:4 — KJV
“And it came to pass after this, that there arose war at Gezer with the Philistines; at which time Sibbechai the Hushathite slew Sippai, that was of the children of the giant: and they were subdued. arose: or, continued: Heb. stood Gezer: also called, Gob Sippai: also called, Saph the giant: or, Rapha”
— 1 Chronicles 20:4 (KJV)
1 Chronicles 20:4 in Context — About the Book of 1 Chronicles
1 Chronicles retells David's story for a generation returning from exile, anchoring their identity in genealogy, worship, and covenant. Its highlights are musical and devotional: David appoints singers, organizes temple worship, and prays one of Scripture's greatest thanksgiving prayers — including the famous prayer of Jabez.
Cross-References for 1 Chronicles 20:4
“And it came to pass after this, that there was again a battle with the Philistines at Gob: then Sibbechai the Hushathite slew Saph, which was of the sons of the giant. the giant: or, Rapha Saph: or, Sippai”
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“And it came to pass in process of time, that the children of Ammon made war against Israel. in process...: Heb. after days”
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“And it came to pass on the fourth day, when they arose early in the morning, that he rose up to depart: and the damsel's father said unto his son in law, Comfort thine heart with a morsel of bread, and afterward go your way. Comfort: Heb. Strengthen”
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“Wherefore it came to pass, when the time was come about after Hannah had conceived, that she bare a son, and called his name Samuel, saying, Because I have asked him of the LORD. when...: Heb. in revolution of days Samuel: that is, Asked of God”
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“And it came to pass, after the year was expired, at the time when kings go forth to battle, that David sent Joab, and his servants with him, and all Israel; and they destroyed the children of Ammon, and besieged Rabbah. But David tarried still at Jerusalem. after...: Heb. at the return of the year, or, in the spring”
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