Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on 2 Samuel 24:1 in English Standard Version "Again the anger of the Lord was kindled against Israel, and he incited David against them, saying, “Go, number Israel and Judah.”" 1Ch 21:1 Then Satan stood against Israel and incited David to number Israel. 1Ch 27:23 David did not count those below twenty years of age, for the Lord had promised to make Israel as many as the stars of heaven.