1 Chronicles 22:10

He shall build an house for my name; and he shall be my son, and I [will be] his father; and I will establish the throne of his kingdom over Israel for ever.

He shall build {H1129} an house {H1004} for my name {H8034}; and he shall be my son {H1121}, and I will be his father {H1}; and I will establish {H3559} the throne {H3678} of his kingdom {H4438} over Israel {H3478} for {H5704} ever {H5769}.

It is he who will build a house for my name. He will be my son and I will be his father, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom over Isra'el forever.'

He is the one who will build a house for My Name. He will be My son, and I will be his Father. And I will establish the throne of his kingdom over Israel forever.’

He shall build a house for my name; and he shall be my son, and I will be his father; and I will establish the throne of his kingdom over Israel for ever.

Commentary

1 Chronicles 22:10 records God's specific promise to King David concerning his son, Solomon, and the future of the kingdom. This verse is part of David's instructions to Solomon regarding the building of the Temple, a task David himself was forbidden to undertake due to his history as a man of war.

Context

In 1 Chronicles 22, David is preparing for the construction of the Temple, gathering materials and organizing the workforce. He knows he will not be the one to build it, as God has revealed that his son, Solomon, will be the builder of a "house for my name" (verse 8). This particular verse, 1 Chronicles 22:10, encapsulates a core aspect of the Davidic Covenant, initially given in 2 Samuel 7. It confirms the divine appointment of Solomon and the enduring nature of David's royal line.

Key Themes

  • Divine Mandate for the Temple: The phrase "He shall build an house for my name" highlights that the Temple was not merely a human endeavor but a divine commission. It was to be a central place of worship and a symbol of God's presence among His people, Israel. Solomon's role in building the Temple in Jerusalem is divinely sanctioned.
  • Covenantal Sonship: "He shall be my son, and I will be his father" establishes a unique covenantal relationship between God and Solomon. While Solomon is David's biological son, this declaration signifies divine adoption and favor, placing him in a special position of authority and responsibility under God. This concept of divine sonship for kings was common in the ancient Near East, but here it is rooted in God's specific promise to David's lineage.
  • Eternal Kingdom: The promise, "I will establish the throne of his kingdom over Israel for ever," is profoundly significant. It extends beyond Solomon's reign, guaranteeing the perpetuity of David's dynasty. While Solomon's kingdom eventually fractured, this promise finds its ultimate fulfillment in Jesus Christ, the Messiah, who is the true and eternal heir to David's throne (Isaiah 9:7).

Linguistic Insights

  • "House for my name": In Hebrew, the phrase signifies not just a physical structure but a place where God's character, reputation, and presence are known and honored. It is a place dedicated to His glory.
  • "For ever" (ΧœΦ°Χ’Χ•ΦΉΧœΦΈΧ - l'olam): This Hebrew term denotes perpetuity, eternity, or a very long duration. In the context of a covenant, it implies an enduring and unbreakable promise, pointing to God's faithfulness to His word across generations and ultimately to the Messiah's everlasting reign.

Practical Application

This verse reminds us of God's faithfulness to His promises, even when their full realization spans centuries and finds its ultimate fulfillment in ways beyond immediate human comprehension. It highlights that God has a divine plan and uses human instruments (like Solomon) to accomplish His purposes. For believers today, the promise of an eternal kingdom resonates deeply, pointing to the enduring reign of Christ and the hope of His everlasting kingdom, which is not built with hands but established by God Himself.

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Cross-References

  • Hebrews 1:5 (5 votes)

    For unto which of the angels said he at any time, Thou art my Son, this day have I begotten thee? And again, I will be to him a Father, and he shall be to me a Son?

  • 2 Samuel 7:13 (4 votes)

    He shall build an house for my name, and I will stablish the throne of his kingdom for ever.

  • 2 Samuel 7:14 (4 votes)

    I will be his father, and he shall be my son. If he commit iniquity, I will chasten him with the rod of men, and with the stripes of the children of men:

  • 1 Chronicles 17:12 (4 votes)

    He shall build me an house, and I will stablish his throne for ever.

  • 1 Chronicles 17:14 (4 votes)

    But I will settle him in mine house and in my kingdom for ever: and his throne shall be established for evermore.

  • Psalms 89:26 (3 votes)

    He shall cry unto me, Thou [art] my father, my God, and the rock of my salvation.

  • Isaiah 9:7 (3 votes)

    Of the increase of [his] government and peace [there shall be] no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this.