Bible version
David Becomes King
Commentary
1 Chronicles 11 is a chapter that recounts the events of the coronation of King David. It begins with the people of Israel gathering together to anoint David as their king. The people of Israel are described as being “with one accord” in their support of David, and they proclaim him king over all Israel. The chapter then goes on to describe the military prowess of David and his mighty men. It is said that they were “mighty men of valor” and that they “strengthened the kingdom” under David’s rule. The chapter ends with a list of the mighty men of David’s army, and it is clear that they were a formidable force. This chapter is significant because it marks the beginning of David’s reign as king of Israel. It is a reminder of the unity of the people of Israel in their support of David and of the strength of his army. It is also a reminder of the importance of having a strong military in order to protect and defend a kingdom. This chapter serves as a reminder of the importance of having a strong leader and a strong army in order to ensure the safety and security of a nation.
Meet the heroes of 1 Chronicles, 11
![God](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/God.webp)
![Israel](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Israel.webp)
![David](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/David.webp)
![Jerusalem](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Jerusalem.webp)
![Egypt](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Egypt.webp)
![Saul](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Saul.webp)
![Philistine](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Philistine.webp)
![Ben](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Ben.webp)
![Benjamin](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Benjamin.webp)
![Zion](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Zion.webp)
![Joab](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Joab.webp)
![Samuel](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Samuel.webp)
![Ammon](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Ammon.webp)
![Jonathan](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Jonathan.webp)
![Joel](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Joel.webp)
![Reuben](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Reuben.webp)
![Hebron](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Hebron.webp)
![Eleazar](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Eleazar.webp)
![Hanan](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Hanan.webp)
![Bethlehem](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Bethlehem.webp)
![Nathan](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Nathan.webp)
![Benaiah](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Benaiah.webp)
![Sham](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Sham.webp)
![Carmel](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Carmel.webp)
![Obed](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Obed.webp)
![Abisha](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Abisha.webp)
![Uria](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Uria.webp)
![Uriah](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Uriah.webp)
![Zeruiah](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Zeruiah.webp)
![Abishai](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Abishai.webp)
![Itha](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Itha.webp)
![Ahijah](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Ahijah.webp)
![Asah](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Asah.webp)
![Asahel](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Asahel.webp)
![Jehiel](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Jehiel.webp)
![Abie](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Abie.webp)
![Jash](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Jash.webp)
![Eliel](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Eliel.webp)
![Elna](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Elna.webp)
![Jedi](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Jedi.webp)
![Abiezer](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Abiezer.webp)
![Carmelite](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Carmelite.webp)
![Adin](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Adin.webp)
![Arba](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Arba.webp)
![Jediael](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Jediael.webp)
![Naara](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Naara.webp)
![Elhana](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Elhana.webp)
![Elhanan](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Elhanan.webp)
![Eliah](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Eliah.webp)
![Abiel](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Abiel.webp)
![Josha](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Josha.webp)
![Ahlai](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Ahlai.webp)
![Shama](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Shama.webp)
![Adina](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Adina.webp)
![Bahar](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Bahar.webp)
![Hashem](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Hashem.webp)
![Ilai](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Ilai.webp)
![Jasiel](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Jasiel.webp)
![Shiza](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Shiza.webp)
![Eli](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Eli.webp)
![Jehoiada](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Jehoiada.webp)
![Moab](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Moab.webp)
![Reu](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Reu.webp)
FAQ
Assuming a reader with an average reading speed of 300 WPM reads the 1 Chronicles, chapter 11 it would take approximately 4 minutes to finish.
There are 47 verses in 1 Chronicles, chapter 11.