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1 Chronicles 28

1 Chronicles 28:10

David Commissions Solomon · 1 Chronicles 28:1–10
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Translations

Modern
Consider now that the LORD has chosen you to build a house for the sanctuary. Be strong and do it.”
Traditional
Take heed now; for the Lord hath chosen thee to build an house for the sanctuary: be strong, and do it.
Literal
See now, for YHWH has chosen you to build a house for the sanctuary. Be strong and do it.”
Latin
Nunc ergo quia elegit te Dominus ut ædificares domum sanctuarii, confortare, et perfice.

Original

Hebrew
English
Consider now that the LORD has chosen you to build a house for the sanctuary. Be strong and do it.”

Notes

1 Chronicles 28:9–10

David's message to Solomon focused on the responsibilities of becoming king, not the privileges. Solomon's main duty was to seek, worship, and serve the Lord. The Lord also demanded a strong commitment to building the temple sanctuary.

1 Chronicles 28:2–10

David's first speech includes a message to his people (1 Chronicles 28:2–8) and a message to Solomon (28:9–10). The main focus is David's wish for Solomon to build a temple. David also discusses two other important themes: God's choice of Solomon and the people's duty to follow God's commandments.

1 Chronicles 28:1–29:25

The story of Solomon's coronation continues from 1 Chronicles 23:1–2. David, at the height of his power, transfers authority to Solomon (compare 1 Kings 1:1–2:9).

Theme notes and profiles

David God’s Promised Kingdom Seeking the Lord

Glossary

Chronicles, Books of First and Second David Genealogy Temple

Topics

Call: To Special Religious Duty: Solomon Children: Counsel of Parents To Church: Sanctuary Liberality: General Scriptures Concerning Obedience: Enjoined