1 Chronicles 29:28
New International Version
He died at a good old age, having enjoyed long life, wealth and honor. His son Solomon succeeded him as king.

New Living Translation
He died at a ripe old age, having enjoyed long life, wealth, and honor. Then his son Solomon ruled in his place.

English Standard Version
Then he died at a good age, full of days, riches, and honor. And Solomon his son reigned in his place.

Berean Standard Bible
He died at a ripe old age, full of years, riches, and honor, and his son Solomon reigned in his place.

King James Bible
And he died in a good old age, full of days, riches, and honour: and Solomon his son reigned in his stead.

New King James Version
So he died in a good old age, full of days and riches and honor; and Solomon his son reigned in his place.

New American Standard Bible
Then he died at a good old age, full of days, riches, and honor; and his son Solomon reigned in his place.

NASB 1995
Then he died in a ripe old age, full of days, riches and honor; and his son Solomon reigned in his place.

NASB 1977
Then he died in a ripe old age, full of days, riches and honor; and his son Solomon reigned in his place.

Legacy Standard Bible
Then he died in a good old age, full of days, riches and glory; and his son Solomon became king in his place.

Amplified Bible
He died in a good old age [his seventy-first year], full of days (satisfied), riches and honor. Solomon his son reigned in his place.

Christian Standard Bible
He died at a good old age, full of days, riches, and honor, and his son Solomon became king in his place.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
He died at a ripe old age, full of days, riches, and honor, and his son Solomon became king in his place.

American Standard Version
And he died in a good old age, full of days, riches, and honor: and Solomon his son reigned in his stead.

Contemporary English Version
David was rich and respected and lived to be an old man. Then he died, and his son Solomon became king.

English Revised Version
And he died in a good old age, full of days, riches, and honour: and Solomon his son reigned in his stead.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
He died at a very old age. His long life was full of wealth and honor. Then his son Solomon succeeded him as king.

Good News Translation
He died at a ripe old age, wealthy and respected, and his son Solomon succeeded him as king.

International Standard Version
He died at a good old age, having lived a full life, replete with riches and honor, and with his son Solomon reigning in his place.

Majority Standard Bible
He died at a ripe old age, full of years, riches, and honor, and his son Solomon reigned in his place.

NET Bible
He died at a good old age, having enjoyed long life, wealth, and honor. His son Solomon succeeded him.

New Heart English Bible
He died in a good old age, full of days, riches, and honor: and Solomon his son reigned in his place.

Webster's Bible Translation
And he died in a good old age, full of days, riches, and honor: and Solomon his son reigned in his stead.

World English Bible
He died at a good old age, full of days, riches, and honor; and Solomon his son reigned in his place.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and he dies in a good old age, satisfied with days, riches, and honor, and his son Solomon reigns in his stead.

Young's Literal Translation
and he dieth in a good old age, satisfied with days, riches, and honour, and reign doth Solomon his son in his stead.

Smith's Literal Translation
And he will die in a good old age, full of days, riches, and honor: and Solomon his son will reign in his stead.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And he died in a good age, full of days, and riches, and glory. And Solomon his son reigned in his stead.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And he died at a good old age, full of days and wealth and glory. And his son Solomon reigned in his place.

New American Bible
He died at a ripe old age, rich in years and wealth and glory, and his son Solomon succeeded him as king.

New Revised Standard Version
He died in a good old age, full of days, riches, and honor; and his son Solomon succeeded him.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And David the son of Jesse died in a good old age, full of days and great in worldly riches and honor; and Solomon his son reigned in his stead.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And David the son of Iyshay died in a good old age; he was old and the days of his life were full, and he had become great in the wealth of the world and in its honor, and Solomon his son reigned in the kingdom after him.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And he died in a good old age, full of days, riches, and honour; and Solomon his son reigned in his stead.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And he died in a good old age, full of days, in wealth, and glory: and Solomon his son reigned in his stead.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
David's Reign and Death
27The length of David’s reign over Israel was forty years—seven years in Hebron and thirty-three years in Jerusalem. 28He died at a ripe old age, full of years, riches, and honor, and his son Solomon reigned in his place. 29Now the acts of King David, from first to last, are indeed written in the Chronicles of Samuel the Seer, the Chronicles of Nathan the Prophet, and the Chronicles of Gad the Seer,…

Cross References
1 Kings 2:10
Then David rested with his fathers and was buried in the City of David.

1 Kings 2:1-2
As the time drew near for David to die, he charged his son Solomon, / “I am about to go the way of all the earth. So be strong and prove yourself a man.

1 Kings 3:14
So if you walk in My ways and keep My statutes and commandments, just as your father David did, I will prolong your days.”

1 Kings 11:42-43
Thus the time that Solomon reigned in Jerusalem over all Israel was forty years. / And Solomon rested with his fathers and was buried in the city of his father David. And his son Rehoboam reigned in his place.

1 Kings 1:21
Otherwise, when my lord the king rests with his fathers, I and my son Solomon will be counted as criminals.”

1 Kings 1:31
Bathsheba bowed facedown in homage to the king and said, “May my lord King David live forever!”

1 Kings 1:48
saying, ‘Blessed be the LORD, the God of Israel! Today He has provided one to sit on my throne, and my eyes have seen it.’”

2 Samuel 7:12
And when your days are fulfilled and you rest with your fathers, I will raise up your descendant after you, who will come from your own body, and I will establish his kingdom.

2 Samuel 5:4-5
David was thirty years old when he became king, and he reigned forty years. / In Hebron he reigned over Judah seven years and six months, and in Jerusalem he reigned thirty-three years over all Israel and Judah.

2 Samuel 23:1
These are the last words of David: “The oracle of David son of Jesse, the oracle of the man raised on high, the one anointed by the God of Jacob, and the sweet psalmist of Israel:

Acts 13:36
For when David had served God’s purpose in his own generation, he fell asleep. His body was buried with his fathers and saw decay.

Hebrews 11:13
All these people died in faith, without having received the things they were promised. However, they saw them and welcomed them from afar. And they acknowledged that they were strangers and exiles on the earth.

Matthew 1:6
and Jesse the father of David the king. Next: David was the father of Solomon by Uriah’s wife,

Matthew 22:43-45
Jesus said to them, “How then does David in the Spirit call Him ‘Lord’? For he says: / ‘The Lord said to my Lord, “Sit at My right hand until I put Your enemies under Your feet.”’ / So if David calls Him ‘Lord,’ how can He be David’s son?”

Luke 1:32
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,


Treasury of Scripture

And he died in a good old age, full of days, riches, and honor: and Solomon his son reigned in his stead.

a good old age

Genesis 15:15
And thou shalt go to thy fathers in peace; thou shalt be buried in a good old age.

Genesis 25:8
Then Abraham gave up the ghost, and died in a good old age, an old man, and full of years; and was gathered to his people.

Job 5:26
Thou shalt come to thy grave in a full age, like as a shock of corn cometh in in his season.

full of days

1 Chronicles 23:1
So when David was old and full of days, he made Solomon his son king over Israel.

Genesis 35:29
And Isaac gave up the ghost, and died, and was gathered unto his people, being old and full of days: and his sons Esau and Jacob buried him.

Job 5:26
Thou shalt come to thy grave in a full age, like as a shock of corn cometh in in his season.

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1 Chronicles 29
1. David, by his example and entreaty
6. causes the princes and people to offer willingly
10. David's thanksgiving and prayer
20. The people, having blessed God, and sacrificed, make Solomon king.
26. David's reign and death














He died at a ripe old age
This phrase indicates that David lived a long and fulfilling life, which in biblical times was often seen as a sign of God's blessing and favor. In the context of ancient Israel, longevity was associated with righteousness and divine approval. David's life, despite its challenges and moral failures, was marked by a deep relationship with God, as seen in the Psalms. His age at death is not specified here, but 1 Kings 2:11 notes that he reigned for 40 years, suggesting he lived into his seventies.

full of years, riches, and honor
David's life was characterized by abundance and respect, reflecting God's promises to him. His wealth and honor were not only personal achievements but also indicative of the prosperity and stability he brought to Israel. This fulfillment of God's covenant with David (2 Samuel 7) foreshadows the eternal kingdom established through Jesus Christ, a descendant of David. The phrase "full of years" suggests a life completed in God's purpose, paralleling the biblical theme of a life well-lived in service to God.

and his son Solomon reigned in his place
The succession of Solomon marks the continuation of the Davidic line, crucial for the fulfillment of God's promises regarding an everlasting kingdom. Solomon's reign is significant for the construction of the Temple in Jerusalem, a central place of worship for Israel. This transition of power was peaceful, unlike many ancient successions, indicating divine favor and the fulfillment of David's preparations for Solomon's rule (1 Chronicles 22). Solomon's wisdom and wealth are seen as a type of Christ, who is the ultimate fulfillment of the Davidic covenant, reigning with perfect wisdom and justice.

Persons / Places / Events
1. David
The central figure in this verse, King David is described as having died at a good old age, having lived a life full of blessings, including wealth and honor. His reign is marked by his deep relationship with God and his significant contributions to the establishment of Israel as a powerful kingdom.

2. Solomon
David's son, who succeeded him as king. Solomon is known for his wisdom, wealth, and the building of the Temple in Jerusalem. His reign represents a continuation of David's legacy and the fulfillment of God's promises to David.

3. Israel
The nation over which David reigned. Under his leadership, Israel experienced military victories, territorial expansion, and spiritual renewal. David's reign set the stage for the prosperity and peace that characterized Solomon's rule.

4. Jerusalem
The capital city of Israel and the political and spiritual center during David's reign. It is where David established his throne and where Solomon would later build the Temple.

5. The Temple
Although not directly mentioned in this verse, the Temple is a significant part of David's legacy, as he made extensive preparations for its construction, which Solomon would complete.
Teaching Points
The Blessings of a Godly Life
David's life exemplifies the blessings that come from a life devoted to God. His long life, wealth, and honor are seen as rewards for his faithfulness and obedience.

Legacy and Succession
David's preparation for Solomon's reign teaches the importance of leaving a godly legacy. Our actions and decisions can impact future generations.

God's Faithfulness
The transition from David to Solomon underscores God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises. Trusting in God's plan brings peace and assurance.

The Importance of Preparation
David's preparations for the Temple, though not completed in his lifetime, show the value of preparing for future endeavors, even if we do not see their completion.

The Role of Wisdom
Solomon's reign, marked by wisdom, highlights the importance of seeking God's wisdom in leadership and decision-making.(28) In a good old age.--Genesis 15:15.

Full of days.--From LXX. and Vulg. (?????? ?????? --plenus dierum). Literally, satisfied with days. Syriac, "And he was satisfied with the days of his life." (Comp. 1Chronicles 23:1; Genesis 35:29.)

Riches and honour.--1Chronicles 29:12. Syriac, "And he was great in the riches of the world, and in the honour thereof."

And Solomon his son reigned in his stead.--The regular formula, from 1Kings 11:43 to the end of the history of the kings. . . .

Verse 28. - We learn from 2 Samuel 5:4, 5, that David was thirty years old when he began to reign in Hebron. He must, therefore, have died in his seventy-first year. That this is called here a good old age shows that the length of human life had now greatly subsided. In comparison of all his successors on the thrones of Judah and of Israel, his age was clearly a "good old age?'

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
He died
וַיָּ֙מָת֙ (way·yā·māṯ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 4191: To die, to kill

at a ripe
טוֹבָ֔ה (ṭō·w·ḇāh)
Adjective - feminine singular
Strong's 2896: Pleasant, agreeable, good

old age,
בְּשֵׂיבָ֣ה (bə·śê·ḇāh)
Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 7872: Hoary head, old age

full
שְׂבַ֥ע (śə·ḇa‘)
Adjective - masculine singular construct
Strong's 7649: Sated, satisfied, surfeited

of days,
יָמִ֖ים (yā·mîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 3117: A day

riches,
עֹ֣שֶׁר (‘ō·šer)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6239: Wealth

and honor,
וְכָב֑וֹד (wə·ḵā·ḇō·wḏ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3519: Weight, splendor, copiousness

and his son
בְנ֖וֹ (ḇə·nōw)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 1121: A son

Solomon
שְׁלֹמֹ֥ה (šə·lō·mōh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8010: Solomon -- David's son and successor to his throne

became king
וַיִּמְלֹ֛ךְ (way·yim·lōḵ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 4427: To reign, inceptively, to ascend the throne, to induct into royalty, to take counsel

in his place.
תַּחְתָּֽיו׃ (taḥ·tāw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's 8478: The bottom, below, in lieu of


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