Both riches and honour come of thee, and thou reignest over all; and in thine hand is power and might; and in thine hand it is to make great, and to give strength unto all.
Both wealth and honor come from you, and you rule over everything; in your hand is power and strength; and it is in your power to make people great and to give strength to everyone.
David is acknowledging that God is the source of all wealth, honor, power, and strength, and that God has complete authority over everything.
📚 Historical Context
In 1 Chronicles 29, King David is praying during the dedication of materials for the temple that his son Solomon will build, as part of the transition of leadership in ancient Israel around 1000 BC. David is publicly acknowledging God's ultimate control over wealth, honor, and power, emphasizing that these come solely from the Lord in the context of Israel's monarchy. This prayer reflects the cultural emphasis on divine provision and stewardship in a society where kings relied on God's favor for their rule and resources.
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