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11. So they sent and got together all the lords of the Philistines, and they said, Send away the ark of the God of Israel, and let it go back to its place, so that it may not be the cause of death to us and to our people: for there was a great fear of death through all the town; the hand of God was very hard on them there.

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BBE 1 Samuel 5:11 overlaying nature image scene: Mountain streams carve marble smooth. Sunlight dances on clear pools.;11. So they sent and got together all the lords of the Philistines, and they said, Send away the ark of the God of Israel, and let it go back to its place, so that it may not be the cause of death to us and to our people: for there was a great fear of death through all the town; the hand of God was very hard on them there.

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Summary: In 1 Samuel chapter 5, the narrative describes the consequences of Israel's defeat in battle against the Philistines, leading to the capture of the Ark of the Covenant. The Philistines bring the Ark to Ashdod and place it in the temple of their god Dagon. However, the presence of the Ark brings calamity upon the Philistines; Dagon falls before it, and they find his statue broken the next day. Furthermore, the Philistines suffer from a plague, which prompts them to recognize the Ark's power. In response to their afflictions, they decide to send the Ark away to avoid further destruction. The chapter illustrates themes of God’s sovereignty, the futility of idolatry, and the consequences of treating sacred objects with irreverence. The overall message emphasizes that the true God cannot be mocked, and His presence brings either blessing or judgment, depending on the hearts of those who encounter Him.

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