KJV ORIGINAL
But I will settle him in mine house and in my kingdom for ever: and his throne shall be established for evermore.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
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.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is promising that David's descendant will have an eternal kingdom and throne that will never end.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of God's covenant with King David, delivered through the prophet Nathan around 1000 BC. David had wanted to build a temple for God, but God instead promised to establish David's dynasty forever. This promise was ultimately fulfilled through Jesus Christ, who came from David's lineage and whose kingdom is eternal.
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