1 Chronicles 11:7

And David dwelt in the castle; therefore they called it the city of David.

King James Version

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Other Translations for 1 Chronicles 11:7

BSB

So David took up residence in the fortress; that is why it was called the City of David.

AKJV

And David dwelled in the castle; therefore they called it the city of David.

CPDV

Then David lived in the stronghold, and for this reason it was called the City of David.

ERV

And David dwelt in the strong hold; therefore they called it the city of David.

NHEB

David lived in the stronghold; therefore they called it the City of David.

SMT

And David dwelt in the castle; for this they called to it the city of David.

Word Study (Strong’s) for 1 Chronicles 11:7

AndDavidH1732Proper Name Masculine dweltH3427VerbinthecastleH4679Noun FemininethereforetheycalledH7121VerbitthecityH5892Noun MasculineofDavidH1732Proper Name Masculine

Commentary for 1 Chronicles 11:7

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Overview of 1 Chronicles 11:7

Summary

Leader establishes residence in conquered city

Place

Jerusalem

Event

David inhabits conquered fortress

Estimated Time Period

c. 1000 BC