But I will settle him in mine house and in my kingdom for ever: and his throne shall be established for evermore.
But I will give him a permanent place in my house and in my kingdom forever, and his royal throne will last for all time.
God is promising that David's descendant will have an eternal kingdom and throne that will never end.
📚 Historical Context
In the historical context of 1 Chronicles 17, King David had expressed his desire to build a permanent house for God, but through the prophet Nathan, God instead promised to establish David's royal lineage forever. This promise, known as the Davidic Covenant, was given during David's reign around 1000 BC in ancient Israel, assuring that one of his descendants would have an everlasting kingdom. It forms a key part of Israel's history, pointing forward to the Messiah in biblical theology.
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