just six steps with the Ark, David had them stop so he could lead the people in worship by offering a sacrifice to the LORD (2 S. 6:13). Then, after placing the Ark in the Tabernacle, David and the people worshipped the LORD in an unforgettable and joyful celebration. Because God had accepted the Levites who carried the Ark, His holiness had not consumed them as it had Uzzah in the first attempt to relocate the Ark (13:9–10). Thus worship was due the LORD, for He had helped them secure the Ark and