Bible Explorer · Event · c. 1000 BC

The Ark Rests in the Household of Obed-edom

Following the tragic death of Uzzah at the threshing floor of Nacon (Perez-uzzah), David is afraid to bring the Ark of the LORD directly into Jerusalem; he diverts it to the house of Obed-edom the Gittite, where it remains for three months; during this time the LORD blesses Obed-edom, his family, and all that he owns, encouraging David to resume the procession to Mount Zion with gladness and thanksgiving.

Chronology and Dating

Date: c. 1000 BC · Note: Three-month intermission between the first and second attempts to bring the Ark to Jerusalem.

Scripture References

2 Samuel 6:9-12, 1 Chronicles 13:12-14

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