Why Was a Man Killed for Touching the Ark of the Covenant? in 2 Samuel 6?

Why Was a Man Killed for Touching the Ark of the Covenant? (2 Samuel 6) John L. Mackay After a great military victory over the Philistines, David and all of Israel were celebrating before the Lord as they carried the ark of the covenant toward Jerusalem. At one point the oxen lose their footing, and in an attempt to prevent damage to the ark, a man named Uzzah reaches out to steady it. The text says that "God struck him down there because of his error." If Uzzah's action was not motivated by irreverence, what was his error? Keep Reading Featured Articles A Devotional on the Excellency of Christ Seen in Christmas by Jonathan Edwards Leland Ryken How to Love People Who Feel Impossible to Love Jamie Dunlop Dear Pastor . . . Let's Cultivate Honesty in Our Churches—Starting with Us Sam Allberry Get a free ebook by telling us a little bit about yourself! Take 1-Minute Survey Featured Video What Does a More Just Criminal Justice System Look Like? Matthew T. Martens Matt Martens, a trial lawyer and partner at an international law firm, discusses what needs to be changed in the American criminal justice system. Watch Now Did You Know? By 2050, it is expected that the Global South will be home to more than 2.6 billion Christians, with the Global North's growth seeing a less significant increase to 787 million. But access to biblical resources hasn't reflected this shift. That is why, through the One Million Bibles Initiative, Crossway is seeking to provide one million Bibles to believers in the Global South who may not otherwise have a copy of their own. Give now to support believers in need. Source: The World Christian Encyclopedia, Third Edition Crossway+ Offer 50% OFF + FREE EBOOK Authority How Godly Rule Protects the Vulnerable, Strengthens Communities, and Promotes Human Flourishing Through Scripture and engaging stories, Jonathan Leeman shows that godly authority is essential to human flourishing and presents five attributes of biblical authority.   Regular Price: $22.99 Crossway+: $11.49 Don't have a Crossway+ account? Sign up for free. "There is none holy like the LORD: for there is none besides you; there is no rock like our God." —1 Samuel 2:2 Connect with Us! Subscribe to our newsletter Crossway is a not-for-profit Christian ministry that exists solely for the purpose of proclaiming the gospel through publishing gospel-centered, Bible-centered content. Learn more or donate today at crossway.org/about. You are receiving this email because you signed up to receive updates from Crossway. Crossway 1300 Crescent St. Wheaton, IL 60187 Add us to your address book   1

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