Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version But King Solomon will be blessed, and David’s throne will remain secure before the LORD forever.” New Living Translation But may I, King Solomon, receive the LORD’s blessings, and may one of David’s descendants always sit on this throne in the presence of the LORD.” English Standard Version But King Solomon shall be blessed, and the throne of David shall be established before the LORD forever.” Berean Standard Bible But King Solomon will be blessed and David’s throne will remain secure before the LORD forever.” King James Bible And king Solomon shall be blessed, and the throne of David shall be established before the LORD for ever. New King James Version But King Solomon shall be blessed, and the throne of David shall be established before the LORD forever.” New American Standard Bible But King Solomon will be blessed, and the throne of David will be established before the LORD forever.” NASB 1995 “But King Solomon shall be blessed, and the throne of David shall be established before the LORD forever.” NASB 1977 “But King Solomon shall be blessed, and the throne of David shall be established before the LORD forever.” Legacy Standard Bible But King Solomon shall be blessed, and the throne of David shall be established before Yahweh forever.” Amplified Bible But King Solomon shall be blessed, and the throne of David shall be established before the LORD forever.” Christian Standard Bible but King Solomon will be blessed, and David’s throne will remain established before the LORD forever.” Holman Christian Standard Bible but King Solomon will be blessed, and David’s throne will remain established before the LORD forever.” American Standard Version But king Solomon shall be blessed, and the throne of David shall be established before Jehovah for ever. Contemporary English Version But the LORD will bless me and make my father's kingdom strong forever. English Revised Version But king Solomon shall be blessed, and the throne of David shall be established before the LORD for ever. GOD'S WORD® Translation But King Solomon is blessed, and David's dynasty will always be firmly established by the LORD." Good News Translation But he will bless me, and he will make David's kingdom secure forever." International Standard Version But King Solomon will be blessed, and David's throne will be established in the presence of the LORD forever." Majority Standard Bible But King Solomon will be blessed and David?s throne will remain secure before the LORD forever.? NET Bible But King Solomon will be empowered and David's dynasty will endure permanently before the LORD." New Heart English Bible But king Solomon shall be blessed, and the throne of David shall be established before the LORD forever." Webster's Bible Translation And king Solomon shall be blessed, and the throne of David shall be established before the LORD for ever. World English Bible But King Solomon will be blessed, and David’s throne will be established before Yahweh forever.” Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand King Solomon [is] blessed, and the throne of David is established before YHWH for all time.” Young's Literal Translation and king Solomon is blessed, and the throne of David is established before Jehovah unto the age.' Smith's Literal Translation And blessed be kind Solomon, and the throne of David shall be prepared before Jehovah, even forever. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd king Solomon shall be blessed, and the throne of David shall be established before the Lord for ever. Catholic Public Domain Version And king Solomon shall be blessed, and the throne of David shall be established before the Lord, even forever. New American Bible But King Solomon shall be blessed, and David’s throne shall be established before the LORD forever.” New Revised Standard Version But King Solomon shall be blessed, and the throne of David shall be established before the LORD forever.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd King Solomon shall be blessed, and the throne of David shall be established before the LORD for ever. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And LORD JEHOVAH has returned your evils on your head, and King Solomon shall be blessed, and the throne of David shall be established before LORD JEHOVAH for eternity.” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917But king Solomon shall be blessed, and the throne of David shall be established before the LORD for ever.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And king Solomon is blessed, and the throne of David shall be established before the Lord for ever. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Execution of Shimei…44The king also said, “You know in your heart all the evil that you did to my father David. Therefore the LORD will bring your evil back upon your head. 45But King Solomon will be blessed and David’s throne will remain secure before the LORD forever.” 46Then the king commanded Benaiah son of Jehoiada, and he went out and struck Shimei down, and he died. Thus the kingdom was firmly established in the hand of Solomon.… Cross References 2 Samuel 7:16 Your house and kingdom will endure forever before Me, and your throne will be established forever.” 1 Chronicles 17:14 But I will set him over My house and My kingdom forever, and his throne will be established forever.” Psalm 89:29 I will establish his line forever, his throne as long as the heavens endure. Psalm 89:36-37 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. 1 Chronicles 22:10 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.’ 1 Chronicles 28:7 I will establish his kingdom forever, if he resolutely carries out My commandments and ordinances, as is being done this day.’ Psalm 132:12 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.” 2 Samuel 23:5 Is not my house right with God? For He has established with me an everlasting covenant, ordered and secured in every part. Will He not bring about my full salvation and my every desire? 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.’ 2 Chronicles 6:16 Therefore now, O LORD, God of Israel, keep for Your servant, my father David, what You promised when You said: ‘You will never fail to have a man to sit before Me on the throne of Israel, if only your descendants guard their way to walk in My law as you have walked before Me.’ 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. 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. 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, 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!” Treasury of Scripture And king Solomon shall be blessed, and the throne of David shall be established before the LORD for ever. blessed Psalm 21:6 For thou hast made him most blessed for ever: thou hast made him exceeding glad with thy countenance. 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. the throne 1 Kings 2:24,33,34 Now therefore, as the LORD liveth, which hath established me, and set me on the throne of David my father, and who hath made me an house, as he promised, Adonijah shall be put to death this day… Proverbs 25:5 Take away the wicked from before the king, and his throne shall be established in righteousness. Isaiah 9:6,7 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counseller, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace… Jump to Previous Age Blessed Blessing David David's Established Forever Kingdom Secure Solomon ThroneJump to Next Age Blessed Blessing David David's Established Forever Kingdom Secure Solomon Throne1 Kings 2 1. David, having given a charge to Solomon3. of Reverence 5. of Joab 7. of Barzillai 8. of Shimei 10. Solomon succeeds 12. Adonijah, moving Bathsheba to ask unto Solomon for Abishag, 13. is put to death 26. Abiathar, having his life given him, is deprived of the priesthood 28. Joab fleeing to the horns of the altar, is there slain 35. Benaiah is put in Joab's room, and Zadfok in Abiathar's 36. Shimei, confined to Jerusalem, by occasion of going to Gath, is put to death. But King Solomon will be blessed King Solomon, the son of David and Bathsheba, is often associated with wisdom, wealth, and building the First Temple in Jerusalem. His blessing is seen as a continuation of the covenantal promises made to David. In 1 Kings 3:5-14, God grants Solomon wisdom, riches, and honor, fulfilling the promise of blessing. This blessing is not only material but also spiritual, as Solomon is chosen to lead Israel and build the Temple, a central place of worship. The blessing also signifies divine favor and approval, aligning with the promises in Deuteronomy 28:1-14 for obedience to God's commandments. and David’s throne will remain secure before the LORD forever. Persons / Places / Events 1. King SolomonThe son of King David and Bathsheba, Solomon is known for his wisdom, wealth, and building the First Temple in Jerusalem. He is the central figure in this verse, receiving a blessing and assurance of a secure throne. 2. King David The second king of Israel, known for his heart for God and establishing Jerusalem as the nation's capital. His legacy and covenant with God are central to the promise of a secure throne. 3. The LORD The covenant-keeping God of Israel, who promises to establish David's throne forever, highlighting His faithfulness and sovereignty. 4. David’s Throne Symbolizes the enduring dynasty promised to David, which is ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ, the eternal King. 5. The Kingdom of Israel The united monarchy under David and Solomon, representing God's chosen people and His unfolding plan of redemption. Teaching Points God's FaithfulnessGod's promises are sure and steadfast. Just as He promised David an everlasting throne, He fulfills His word in His perfect timing. The Importance of Obedience Solomon's blessing and the security of the throne are contingent upon obedience to God's commands. Our blessings are often tied to our faithfulness to God's word. Christ as the Fulfillment Jesus Christ is the ultimate fulfillment of the promise to David. He reigns eternally, and believers are part of His kingdom. Legacy and Influence Like David and Solomon, our actions and faithfulness can impact future generations. We are called to leave a legacy of faith. Security in God's Plan Just as David's throne was secure, we can find security in God's sovereign plan for our lives, trusting that He is in control.Verse 45. - And king Solomon shall be blessed, and the throne of David shall be established before the Lord forever. [It is inconceivable that Solomon could have spoken thus if he had been conscious either of sharp practice, or spite, or cruelty. The words are those of one who is sure that he is doing God service.] Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew But Kingוְהַמֶּ֥לֶךְ (wə·ham·me·leḵ) Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king Solomon שְׁלֹמֹ֖ה (šə·lō·mōh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8010: Solomon -- David's son and successor to his throne will be blessed בָּר֑וּךְ (bā·rūḵ) Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine singular Strong's 1288: To kneel, to bless God, man, to curse and David’s דָוִ֗ד (ḏā·wiḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse throne וְכִסֵּ֣א (wə·ḵis·sê) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3678: Seat of honor, throne will remain יִהְיֶ֥ה (yih·yeh) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be secure נָכ֛וֹן (nā·ḵō·wn) Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 3559: To be erect before לִפְנֵ֥י (lip̄·nê) Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct Strong's 6440: The face the LORD יְהוָ֖ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel forever.” עַד־ (‘aḏ-) Preposition Strong's 5704: As far as, even to, up to, until, while Links 1 Kings 2:45 NIV1 Kings 2:45 NLT 1 Kings 2:45 ESV 1 Kings 2:45 NASB 1 Kings 2:45 KJV 1 Kings 2:45 BibleApps.com 1 Kings 2:45 Biblia Paralela 1 Kings 2:45 Chinese Bible 1 Kings 2:45 French Bible 1 Kings 2:45 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Kings 2:45 But king Solomon shall be blessed (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg) |
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