In 20:1, the chapter begins with “The following year.” This allows the author to skip over David’s murder and adultery, Nathan’s denunciation, penance, and punishment. Regarding the three Philistine wars, the Chronicler follows 2 Samuel 21:18-22.
In 20:1, the chapter begins with “The following year.” This allows the author to skip over David’s murder and adultery, Nathan’s denunciation, penance, and punishment. Regarding the three Philistine wars, the Chronicler follows 2 Samuel 21:18-22.