also leads the military into battle (cf. Josh 6:4–20; Judg 7:18–20; Dillard 1987:158). The Chronicler’s favorite praise refrain is cited verbatim: “Give thanks to the LORD; his faithful love endures forever!” (20:21). The Chronicler makes it clear in 20:22 that it is this praise that initiates the holy war: “At the very moment they began to sing and give praise, the LORD caused the armies … to start fighting.” The armies of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir were surprised by ambushes set by the Lord’s