BBE Image Bible : Scripture in Images 1 Samuel 5:8
8. So they sent for all the lords of the Philistines to come together there, and said, What are we to do with the ark of the God of Israel? And their answer was, Let the ark of the God of Israel be taken away to Gath. So they took the ark of the God of Israel away.
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BBE summary for : 1 Samuel 5
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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