KJV ORIGINAL
And it came to pass that night, that the word of the LORD came unto Nathan, saying,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
That same night, the LORD spoke to Nathan and said,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God immediately responded to David's plan by speaking to the prophet Nathan that very night.
📚 Historical Context
In the historical context of 2 Samuel 7, King David had recently established his kingdom in Jerusalem after defeating his enemies and was living in a luxurious palace. He expressed a desire to build a permanent house, or temple, for the Ark of the Covenant, which was still housed in a simple tent, as a way to honor God. That night, God directly communicated with the prophet Nathan to address David's intentions and reveal His own divine plans.
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