2 Samuel 6:13

And it was so, that when they that bare the ark of the LORD had gone six paces, he sacrificed oxen and fatlings.

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Other Translations for 2 Samuel 6:13

BSB
When those carrying the ark of the LORD had advanced six paces, he sacrificed an ox and a fattened calf.
AKJV
And it was so, that when they that bore the ark of the LORD had gone six paces, he sacrificed oxen and fatted calves.
CPDV
And when those who were carrying the ark of the Lord had traveled six steps, he immolated an ox and a ram.
ERV
And it was so, that when they that bare the ark of the LORD had gone six paces, he sacrificed an ox and a fatling.
NHEB
And it was so, that, when those who bore the ark of the LORD had gone six steps, he sacrificed an ox and a fattened calf.
SMT
And it will be when they lifting up the ark of Jehovah went six steps, and he will sacrifice oxen and fat things.

Commentary for 2 Samuel 6:13

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of 2 Samuel 6:13
Summary
King makes animal sacrifices during transport
Place
Jerusalem streets
Event
Sacrificing during sacred procession
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Ritual