Bible Verses About Kings: Rendered hereditary in the family of David

When your days come to an end and you sleep with your ancestors, I will establish one of your descendants to succeed you, one of your own flesh and blood; and I will set up his rulership.

He will build a house for my name, and I will establish his royal throne forever.

I will be a father for him, and he will be a son for me. If he does something wrong, I will punish him with a rod and blows, just as everyone gets punished;

nevertheless, my grace will not leave him, as I took it away from Sha'ul, whom I removed from before you.

Thus your house and your kingdom will be made secure forever before you; your throne will be set up forever.'"

I have sworn by my holiness once and for all; I will not lie to David

his dynasty will last forever, his throne like the sun before me.

It will be established forever, like the moon, which remains a faithful witness in the sky." (Selah)