Topical Encyclopedia The Ark of the Covenant, a sacred chest built by the Israelites under the guidance of Moses, held the stone tablets of the Ten Commandments, Aaron's rod, and a pot of manna. It symbolized God's presence among His people and was central to Israelite worship and identity. During the reign of King David, the Ark played a significant role in the religious and national life of Israel.David's Desire to Bring the Ark to Jerusalem After David became king over all Israel, he sought to bring the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem, establishing the city as both the political and spiritual center of the nation. The Ark had been residing at the house of Abinadab in Kiriath-jearim for many years (1 Samuel 7:1-2). David's desire to move the Ark to Jerusalem was driven by his devotion to God and his understanding of the Ark's significance as the earthly throne of the LORD Almighty. The First Attempt and Uzzah's Death David's initial attempt to transport the Ark to Jerusalem was marked by tragedy. The Ark was placed on a new cart, and as it was being transported, the oxen stumbled, causing Uzzah, one of the attendants, to reach out and steady the Ark. The LORD's anger burned against Uzzah for his irreverence, and he was struck dead on the spot (2 Samuel 6:6-7). This incident highlighted the holiness of the Ark and the necessity of following God's prescribed methods for its handling. The Ark at the House of Obed-edom Following Uzzah's death, David was afraid to bring the Ark into the City of David, so he diverted it to the house of Obed-edom the Gittite. The Ark remained there for three months, during which time the LORD blessed Obed-edom and his household (2 Samuel 6:10-11). This period of blessing reassured David of God's favor and encouraged him to make a second attempt to bring the Ark to Jerusalem. David's Tent for the Ark On the second attempt, David followed the Levitical instructions for transporting the Ark, having the Levites carry it on their shoulders with poles (1 Chronicles 15:15). As the Ark entered the city, David danced before the LORD with all his might, wearing a linen ephod, demonstrating his exuberant worship and humility before God (2 Samuel 6:14). Upon the Ark's arrival in Jerusalem, David had prepared a special tent to house it. This tent, often referred to as the "Tabernacle of David," served as a temporary dwelling for the Ark until Solomon built the Temple. The Ark's placement in this tent signified the LORD's presence in the heart of the nation and underscored David's commitment to honoring God. Significance of the Tent The tent David made for the Ark was not merely a physical structure but a symbol of a new era in Israel's worship. It represented a shift from the wilderness tabernacle to a more permanent dwelling place for God's presence, foreshadowing the future Temple. David's actions in bringing the Ark to Jerusalem and placing it in a tent demonstrated his role as a leader who prioritized the worship of God and sought to unify the nation under divine guidance. Biblical References · 2 Samuel 6:1-17 · 1 Chronicles 15:1-29 · 1 Chronicles 16:1 David's establishment of a tent for the Ark of the Covenant in Jerusalem was a pivotal moment in Israel's history, reflecting his deep reverence for God and his desire to center the nation's life around the divine presence. Torrey's Topical Textbook 2 Samuel 6:17And they brought in the ark of the LORD, and set it in his place, in the middle of the tabernacle that David had pitched for it: and David offered burnt offerings and peace offerings before the LORD. Torrey's Topical Textbook 1 Chronicles 15:1 Library The Ark of his Covenant The Israelites The visitation Index of Subjects. The Promise in 2 Samuel, Chap. vii. Faustus Denies that the Prophets Predicted Christ. Augustin Proves ... The Sword of the Spirit A Bottle in the Smoke The Saints' Rest is not to be Expected on Earth. The Exile Continued. Resources Were there dinosaurs on Noah's ark? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is the Ark of the Covenant? | GotQuestions.org Why did God strike Uzzah dead for touching the Ark of the Covenant? | GotQuestions.org Ark: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Ark of the Covenant was Called The: Ark of God Ark of the Covenant was Called The: Ark of God's Strength Ark of the Covenant was Called The: Ark of the Covenant of the Lord Ark of the Covenant was Called The: Ark of the Testimony Ark of the Covenant was Carried by Priests of Levites Alone Ark of the Covenant was Carried: Before the Israelites in Their Journeys Ark of the Covenant was Carried: Sometimes to the Camp in War Ark of the Covenant: A Copy of the Law Laid in the Side of Ark of the Covenant: A Symbol of the Presence and Glory of God Ark of the Covenant: A Type of Christ Ark of the Covenant: Anointed With Sacred Oil Ark of the Covenant: At Kirjath-Jearim Twenty Years Ark of the Covenant: Brought by Solomon Into the Temple With Great Solemnity Ark of the Covenant: Brought Into the City of David Ark of the Covenant: Captured by the Philistines Ark of the Covenant: Covered With the Vail by the Priests Before Removal Ark of the Covenant: David Made a Tent For Ark of the Covenant: Dimensions of Ark of the Covenant: Entirely Covered With Gold Ark of the Covenant: Esteemed the Glory of Israel Ark of the Covenant: Furnished With Rings and Staves Ark of the Covenant: Mercy-Seat Laid Upon Ark of the Covenant: Miracles Connected With: Fall of Dagon Ark of the Covenant: Miracles Connected With: Fall of the Walls of Jericho Ark of the Covenant: Miracles Connected With: Jordan Divided Ark of the Covenant: Miracles Connected With: Manner of Its Restoration Ark of the Covenant: Miracles Connected With: Philistines Plagued Ark of the Covenant: Placed in the Holy of Holies Ark of the Covenant: Profanation of, Punished Ark of the Covenant: Protecting of, Rewarded Ark of the Covenant: Removed from Kirjath-Jearim to the House of Obed-Edom Ark of the Covenant: Sanctified Its Resting Place Ark of the Covenant: Surrounded With a Crown of Gold Ark of the Covenant: Tables of Testimony Alone Placed In Ark of the Covenant: The Israelites Enquired of the Lord Before Ark of the Covenant: The Pot of Manna and Aaron's Rod Laid up Before Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant in John's Vision Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant of God Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant of God's Strength Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant of the Covenant Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant of the Lord Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant of the Testimony Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Aaron's Rod Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: An Oracle of God Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Captured by the Philstines Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Carried by Kohathites Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Construction of Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Directions for Making Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Holy Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: How Prepared for Conveyance Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Place of Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Pot of Manna Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Prophecy Concerning Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Remains at the House of Abinadab Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Remains in the House of Obed-Edom Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Returned by the Philistines Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Sanctification of Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Set up in Jerusalem Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Set up in Shiloh Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Siege of Jericho Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Taken to Battle Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: The Law Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant: Transferred to Solomon's Temple Ark: Noah's: Directions for Building of Ark: Noah's: Noah and Family Preserved In Removed from Jerusalem by Zadok at the Time of Absalom's Revolt, But Returned by Command of David Related Terms Kirjath-jearim (17 Occurrences) Kirjathjearim (17 Occurrences) Kir'iath-je'arim (18 Occurrences) Kiriath-jearim (17 Occurrences) Beth-she'mesh (20 Occurrences) Blast-trumpets (3 Occurrences) |
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