2 Samuel 7
KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 7 of 24
Chapter Summary
Nathan first approves of David building Jehovah a house later Jehovah forbids him. He promises him benefits and blessings in his seed. David's prayer and thanksgiving.
Key Hebrew Words
Cross-References
- Luke 1:32–33
- Acts 2:30
- Hebrews 1:5
People & Context
King who desires to build Jehovah a house, receives the everlasting covenant, and prays in response
The prophet who first approves David's plan, then delivers Jehovah's word of the Davidic Covenant
Timeline
Resting from his enemies, David tells Nathan the prophet that he wishes to build a house of cedar for the ark, and Nathan initially tells him to do all that is in his heart.
2 Samuel 7:1-3God speaks to Nathan at night, instructing him to tell David that God will build David a house (dynasty) instead, and that David's seed will build the temple and rule forever.
2 Samuel 7:4-17David sits before Jehovah and offers a humble prayer of gratitude, praising God's greatness and asking Him to establish His word regarding David's house forever.
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