Since the day that I brought forth my people Israel out of Egypt, I chose no city out of all the tribes of Israel to build an house, that my name might be therein; but I chose David to be over my people Israel.
Since the day I brought my people Israel out of Egypt, I didn't choose any city from all the tribes of Israel to build a house where my name would dwell. But I chose David to rule over my people Israel.
God is explaining that He didn't choose a specific city for His temple until He chose David to lead Israel.
📚 Historical Context
This is part of Solomon's prayer at the dedication of the temple he built in Jerusalem. Solomon is recounting God's words about how God waited until David's reign before establishing a permanent dwelling place. This reflects the transition from the portable tabernacle used during the wilderness wanderings and early settlement period to the permanent temple in Jerusalem.
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