1 Chronicles 17:14
New International Version
I will set him over my house and my kingdom forever; his throne will be established forever.’”

New Living Translation
I will confirm him as king over my house and my kingdom for all time, and his throne will be secure forever.’”

English Standard Version
but I will confirm him in my house and in my kingdom forever, and his throne shall be established forever.’”

Berean Standard Bible
But I will set him over My house and My kingdom forever, and his throne will be established forever.”

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

New King James Version
And I will establish him in My house and in My kingdom forever; and his throne shall be established forever.” ’ ”

New American Standard Bible
But I will settle him in My house and in My kingdom forever, and his throne will be established forever.”’”

NASB 1995
“But I will settle him in My house and in My kingdom forever, and his throne shall be established forever."’”

NASB 1977
“But I will settle him in My house and in My kingdom forever, and his throne shall be established forever.”’”

Legacy Standard Bible
But I will cause him to stand in My house and in My kingdom forever, and his throne shall be established forever.”’”

Amplified Bible
But I will settle him in My house and in My kingdom forever, and his throne shall be established forevermore.”’”

Christian Standard Bible
I will appoint him over my house and my kingdom forever, and his throne will be established forever.’ ”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
I will appoint him over My house and My kingdom forever, and his throne will be established forever.’”

American Standard Version
but I will settle him in my house and in my kingdom for ever; and his throne shall be established for ever.

Contemporary English Version
I will make sure that your son and his descendants will rule my people and my kingdom forever.

English Revised Version
but I will settle him in mine house and in my kingdom for ever: and his throne shall be established for ever.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
I will place him in my royal house forever, and his throne will be established forever.'"

Good News Translation
I will put him in charge of my people and my kingdom forever. His dynasty will never end.'"

International Standard Version
I will confirm him in my Temple and in my kingdom forever, and his throne will remain secure forever."'"

Majority Standard Bible
But I will set him over My house and My kingdom forever, and his throne will be established forever.”

NET Bible
I will put him in permanent charge of my house and my kingdom; his dynasty will be permanent."'"

New Heart English Bible
but I will settle him in my house and in my kingdom forever. His throne shall be established forever."'"

Webster's Bible Translation
But I will settle him in my house and in my kingdom for ever: and his throne shall be established for evermore.

World English Bible
but I will settle him in my house and in my kingdom forever. His throne will be established forever.”’”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and I have established him in My house, and in My kingdom for all time, and his throne is established for all time.”

Young's Literal Translation
and I have established him in My house, and in My kingdom unto the age, and his throne is established unto the age.'

Smith's Literal Translation
And I caused him to stand in my house and in my kingdom even to forever: and his throne shall be set up even to forever.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
But I will settle him in my house, and in my kingdom for ever: and his throne shall be most firm for ever.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And I will station him in my house and in my kingdom, even forever. And his throne will be very firm, in perpetuity.”

New American Bible
but I will maintain him in my house and in my kingdom forever, and his throne shall be firmly established forever.

New Revised Standard Version
but I will confirm him in my house and in my kingdom forever, and his throne shall be established forever.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
But I will make him a ruler in my house and in my kingdom for ever; and his throne shall be established for evermore.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And I shall make him Ruler in my house and in my kingdom for the eternity of eternities, and the throne of his kingdom shall be prepared for him unto eternity.”
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
but I will settle him in My house and in My kingdom for ever; and his throne shall be established for ever.'

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And I will establish him in my house and in his kingdom for ever; and his throne shall be set up for ever.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
God's Covenant with David
13I will be his Father, and he will be My son. And I will never remove My loving devotion from him as I removed it from your predecessor. 14But I will set him over My house and My kingdom forever, and his throne will be established forever.” 15So Nathan relayed to David all the words of this entire vision.…

Cross References
2 Samuel 7:16
Your house and kingdom will endure forever before Me, and your throne will be established forever.”

Psalm 89:35-37
Once and for all I have sworn by My holiness—I will not lie to David— / his offspring shall endure forever, and his throne before Me like the sun, / like the moon, established forever, a faithful witness in the sky.” Selah

2 Samuel 7:13
He will build a house for My Name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever.

Psalm 132:11-12
The LORD swore an oath to David, a promise He will not revoke: “One of your descendants I will place on your throne. / If your sons keep My covenant and the testimony I will teach them, then their sons will also sit on your throne forever and ever.”

Isaiah 9:7
Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from that time and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this.

Luke 1:32-33
He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David, / and He will reign over the house of Jacob forever. His kingdom will never end!”

2 Samuel 7:25-26
And now, O LORD God, confirm forever the word You have spoken concerning Your servant and his house. Do as You have promised, / so that Your name will be magnified forever when it is said, ‘The LORD of Hosts is God over Israel.’ And the house of Your servant David will be established before You.

Jeremiah 33:17
For this is what the LORD says: David will never lack a man to sit on the throne of the house of Israel,

1 Kings 9:5
then I will establish your royal throne over Israel forever, as I promised your father David when I said, ‘You will never fail to have a man on the throne of Israel.’

Daniel 7:14
And He was given dominion, glory, and kingship, that the people of every nation and language should serve Him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that will not pass away, and His kingdom is one that will never be destroyed.

Matthew 1:1
This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham:

Acts 2:30
But he was a prophet and knew that God had promised him on oath that He would place one of his descendants on his throne.

Hebrews 1:8
But about the Son He says: “Your throne, O God, endures forever and ever, and justice is the scepter of Your kingdom.

Revelation 11:15
Then the seventh angel sounded his trumpet, and loud voices called out in heaven: “The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ, and He will reign forever and ever.”

Psalm 72:17
May his name endure forever; may his name continue as long as the sun shines. In him may all nations be blessed; may they call him blessed.


Treasury of Scripture

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

Psalm 2:6
Yet have I set my king upon my holy hill of Zion.

Psalm 72:17
His name shall endure for ever: his name shall be continued as long as the sun: and men shall be blessed in him: all nations shall call him blessed.

Psalm 89:36
His seed shall endure for ever, and his throne as the sun before me.

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1 Chronicles 17
1. Nathan first approving the purpose of David, to build God a house
3. after by the word of God forbids him
11. He promises him blessings and benefits in his seed
16. David's prayer and thanksgiving














But I will set him
This phrase indicates a divine appointment and assurance of God's sovereign will. The Hebrew root for "set" is "נָתַן" (natan), which means to give, put, or set. This conveys the idea of God actively placing someone in a position of authority. Historically, this reflects the Davidic covenant, where God promises David that his lineage will have a lasting dynasty. It underscores the divine initiative and God's control over the establishment of leadership.

over My house
The term "house" in Hebrew is "בַּיִת" (bayit), which can refer to a physical dwelling, a family, or a dynasty. In this context, it signifies the temple and the people of Israel, God's chosen nation. This phrase emphasizes the responsibility and honor bestowed upon the Davidic line to lead and care for God's people, symbolizing a spiritual stewardship over God's household.

and My kingdom
"Kingdom" in Hebrew is "מַמְלָכָה" (mamlakah), denoting a realm or dominion. Here, it refers to God's sovereign rule over Israel and, by extension, the world. The phrase highlights the integration of divine and earthly rule, where the king acts as God's representative. This reflects the theocratic nature of Israel's monarchy, where the king is expected to uphold God's laws and lead the people in righteousness.

forever
The Hebrew word "עוֹלָם" (olam) is used here, meaning eternal or everlasting. This term signifies the perpetual nature of God's promise, extending beyond temporal limitations. It points to the eternal reign of the Messiah, Jesus Christ, who fulfills this promise through His eternal kingdom. This assurance of an everlasting dynasty is a cornerstone of messianic prophecy, providing hope and continuity for believers.

and his throne
The "throne" symbolizes authority, power, and governance. In Hebrew, "כִּסֵּא" (kisse) is used, representing the seat of royal power. This phrase underscores the legitimacy and stability of the Davidic line, which is ultimately fulfilled in Christ. The throne is not just a physical seat but a symbol of divine justice and leadership, reflecting God's righteous rule through His chosen king.

will be established
The Hebrew root "כּוּן" (kun) means to be firm, stable, or secure. This conveys the idea of a divinely ordained and unshakeable foundation. The establishment of the throne signifies God's unwavering commitment to His covenant with David, ensuring that his lineage will endure. It speaks to the reliability and faithfulness of God's promises, providing assurance to believers of His unchanging nature.

forever
Reiterating the eternal aspect, "עוֹלָם" (olam) is again used to emphasize the unending nature of God's covenant. This repetition reinforces the certainty and permanence of God's promise. It points to the ultimate fulfillment in Jesus Christ, whose kingdom is not of this world but is eternal, offering believers the hope of everlasting life and participation in His divine reign.

(14) But I will settle him (Heb., make him stand) in mine house and in my kingdom.--Samuel, "and thine house and thy kingdom shall be maintained for ever before thee; thy throne," &c.; where, however, the LXX. and Syriac have "before me," which agrees. better with our text. The change of persons in our verse brings out more clearly the theocratic nature of the Davidic kingdom. Solomon and his successors were to reign as vicegerents of Jehovah.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
But I will set him
וְהַֽעֲמַדְתִּ֛יהוּ (wə·ha·‘ă·maḏ·tî·hū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive perfect - first person common singular | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5975: To stand, in various relations

over My house
בְּבֵיתִ֥י (bə·ḇê·ṯî)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 1004: A house

and My kingdom
וּבְמַלְכוּתִ֖י (ū·ḇə·mal·ḵū·ṯî)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 4438: Royalty, royal power, reign, kingdom

forever,
עַד־ (‘aḏ-)
Preposition
Strong's 5704: As far as, even to, up to, until, while

and his throne
וְכִסְא֕וֹ (wə·ḵis·’ōw)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 3678: Seat of honor, throne

will be
יִהְיֶ֥ה (yih·yeh)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

established
נָכ֖וֹן (nā·ḵō·wn)
Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 3559: To be erect

forever.”
עַד־ (‘aḏ-)
Preposition
Strong's 5704: As far as, even to, up to, until, while


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