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6 Cheshvan • United Kingdom Era, c. 970 BC

King David Appoints Monthly Commander For The Eighth Month

During King David's reign, the vast administration of the kingdom included a rotation of military commanders, each serving for one month of the year. For the eighth month, designated as Bul, Sibbecai the Hushathite, a Zerahite, was in charge of a division of twenty-four thousand men. This system ensured a steady supply of trained personnel for the king's service and maintained military readiness throughout the year, demonstrating David's meticulous organization of his kingdom.

The eighth for the eighth month was Sibbecai the Hushathite, of the Zerahites; and in his division were twenty-four thousand.
— 1 Chronicles 27:11
Timeline Box: Approximately 970 BC, during King David's reign over the united monarchy of Israel.
6 Cheshvan • United Kingdom Era, c. 970 BC

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