1 Kings 8:17
New International Version
“My father David had it in his heart to build a temple for the Name of the LORD, the God of Israel.

New Living Translation
Then Solomon said, “My father, David, wanted to build this Temple to honor the name of the LORD, the God of Israel.

English Standard Version
Now it was in the heart of David my father to build a house for the name of the LORD, the God of Israel.

Berean Standard Bible
Now it was in the heart of my father David to build a house for the Name of the LORD, the God of Israel.

King James Bible
And it was in the heart of David my father to build an house for the name of the LORD God of Israel.

New King James Version
Now it was in the heart of my father David to build a temple for the name of the LORD God of Israel.

New American Standard Bible
Now it was in the heart of my father David to build a house for the name of the LORD, the God of Israel.

NASB 1995
“Now it was in the heart of my father David to build a house for the name of the LORD, the God of Israel.

NASB 1977
“Now it was in the heart of my father David to build a house for the name of the LORD, the God of Israel.

Legacy Standard Bible
And it was in the heart of my father David to build a house for the name of Yahweh, the God of Israel.

Amplified Bible
Now it was [determined] in the heart of my father David to build a house (temple) for the Name of the LORD, the God of Israel.

Christian Standard Bible
My father David had his heart set on building a temple for the name of the LORD, the God of Israel.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
It was in the desire of my father David to build a temple for the name of Yahweh, the God of Israel.

American Standard Version
Now it was in the heart of David my father to build a house for the name of Jehovah, the God of Israel.

Contemporary English Version
So when David wanted to build a temple for the LORD God of Israel,

English Revised Version
Now it was in the heart of David my father to build an house for the name of the LORD, the God of Israel.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
"My father David had his heart set on building a temple for the name of the LORD God of Israel.

Good News Translation
And Solomon continued, "My father David planned to build a temple for the worship of the LORD God of Israel,

International Standard Version
"My father David wanted to build a temple for the name of the LORD God of Israel.

Majority Standard Bible
Now it was in the heart of my father David to build a house for the Name of the LORD, the God of Israel.

NET Bible
Now my father David had a strong desire to build a temple to honor the LORD God of Israel.

New Heart English Bible
"Now it was in the heart of David my father to build a house for the name of the LORD, the God of Israel.

Webster's Bible Translation
And it was in the heart of David my father to build a house for the name of the LORD God of Israel.

World English Bible
“Now it was in the heart of David my father to build a house for the name of Yahweh, the God of Israel.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And it is with the heart of my father David to build a house for the Name of YHWH, God of Israel,

Young's Literal Translation
'And it is with the heart of David my father to build a house for the name of Jehovah, God of Israel,

Smith's Literal Translation
And it will be with the heart of David my father to build a house for name of Jehovah the God of Israel.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And David my father would have built a house to the name of the Lord the God of Israel:

Catholic Public Domain Version
And my father David wanted to build a house to the name of the Lord, the God of Israel.

New American Bible
When David my father wished to build a house for the name of the LORD, the God of Israel,

New Revised Standard Version
My father David had it in mind to build a house for the name of the LORD, the God of Israel.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And it was in the heart of David my father to build a house for the name of the LORD God of Israel.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And it was in the heart of David my father to build a house for the name of LORD JEHOVAH, God of Israel.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Now it was in the heart of David my father to build a house for the name of the LORD, the God of Israel.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And it was in the heart of my father to build a house to the name of the Lord God of Israel.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Solomon Praises the LORD
16‘Since the day I brought My people Israel out of Egypt, I have not chosen a city from any tribe of Israel in which to build a house so that My Name would be there. But I have chosen David to be over My people Israel.’ 17Now it was in the heart of my father David to build a house for the Name of the LORD, the God of Israel. 18But the LORD said to my father David, ‘Since it was in your heart to build a house for My Name, you have done well to have this in your heart.…

Cross References
2 Samuel 7:2-13
he said to Nathan the prophet, “Here I am, living in a house of cedar, while the ark of God remains in a tent.” / And Nathan replied to the king, “Go and do all that is in your heart, for the LORD is with you.” / But that night the word of the LORD came to Nathan, saying, ...

1 Chronicles 17:1-12
After David had settled into his palace, he said to Nathan the prophet, “Here I am, living in a house of cedar, while the ark of the covenant of the LORD is under a tent.” / And Nathan replied to David, “Do all that is in your heart, for God is with you.” / But that night the word of God came to Nathan, saying, ...

1 Chronicles 22:7-10
“My son,” said David to Solomon, “it was in my heart to build a house for the Name of the LORD my God, / but this word of the LORD came to me: ‘You have shed much blood and waged great wars. You are not to build a house for My Name because you have shed so much blood on the ground before Me. / But a son will be born to you who will be a man of rest. I will give him rest from all his enemies on every side; for his name will be Solomon, and I will grant to Israel peace and quiet during his reign. ...

1 Chronicles 28:2-6
Then King David rose to his feet and said, “Listen to me, my brothers and my people. It was in my heart to build a house as a resting place for the ark of the covenant of the LORD and as a footstool for our God. I had made preparations to build it, / but God said to me, ‘You are not to build a house for My Name, because you are a man of war who has shed blood.’ / Yet the LORD, the God of Israel, chose me out of all my father’s house to be king over Israel forever. For He chose Judah as leader, and from the house of Judah He chose my father’s household, and from my father’s sons He was pleased to make me king over all Israel. ...

2 Chronicles 6:7-9
Now it was in the heart of my father David to build a house for the Name of the LORD, the God of Israel. / But the LORD said to my father David, ‘Since it was in your heart to build a house for My Name, you have done well to have this in your heart. / Nevertheless, you are not the one to build it; but your son, your own offspring, will build the house for My Name.’

Psalm 132:1-5
A song of ascents. O LORD, remember on behalf of David all the hardships he endured, / how he swore an oath to the LORD, and vowed to the Mighty One of Jacob: / “I will not enter my house or get into my bed, ...

Acts 7:46-47
who found favor in the sight of God and asked to provide a dwelling place for the God of Jacob. / But it was Solomon who built the house for Him.

2 Samuel 7:1
After the king had settled into his palace and the LORD had given him rest from all his enemies around him,

1 Chronicles 17:1
After David had settled into his palace, he said to Nathan the prophet, “Here I am, living in a house of cedar, while the ark of the covenant of the LORD is under a tent.”

1 Chronicles 22:19
Now set your heart and soul to seek the LORD your God. Begin building the sanctuary of the LORD God, so that you may bring the ark of the covenant of the LORD and the holy articles of God into the temple that will be built for the Name of the LORD.”

2 Chronicles 2:1
Now Solomon purposed to build a house for the Name of the LORD and a royal palace for himself.

2 Chronicles 3:1
Then Solomon began to build the house of the LORD in Jerusalem on Mount Moriah, where the LORD had appeared to his father David. This was the place that David had prepared on the threshing floor of Ornan the Jebusite.

2 Chronicles 6:8
But the LORD said to my father David, ‘Since it was in your heart to build a house for My Name, you have done well to have this in your heart.

2 Samuel 7:4-5
But that night the word of the LORD came to Nathan, saying, / “Go and tell My servant David that this is what the LORD says: Are you the one to build for Me a house to dwell in?

1 Chronicles 28:10
Consider now that the LORD has chosen you to build a house for the sanctuary. Be strong and do it.”


Treasury of Scripture

And it was in the heart of David my father to build an house for the name of the LORD God of Israel.

2 Samuel 7:2,3
That the king said unto Nathan the prophet, See now, I dwell in an house of cedar, but the ark of God dwelleth within curtains…

1 Chronicles 17:1,2
Now it came to pass, as David sat in his house, that David said to Nathan the prophet, Lo, I dwell in an house of cedars, but the ark of the covenant of the LORD remaineth under curtains…

1 Chronicles 22:7
And David said to Solomon, My son, as for me, it was in my mind to build an house unto the name of the LORD my God:

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Now it was in the heart
The phrase "in the heart" signifies a deep, personal desire or intention. In Hebrew, the word for heart is "לֵב" (lev), which often represents the center of one's being, encompassing mind, will, and emotions. David's desire to build a temple was not a fleeting thought but a profound, heartfelt ambition. This reflects the biblical principle that God often places His purposes within the hearts of His people, guiding them to fulfill His divine plans.

of my father David
David, the second king of Israel, is a central figure in the Old Testament. Known as a man after God's own heart (1 Samuel 13:14), David's reign was marked by his deep devotion to God, despite his human failings. His desire to build a temple underscores his commitment to honoring God. Historically, David's reign brought unity and strength to Israel, setting the stage for the construction of the temple by his son Solomon.

to build a house
The "house" refers to the temple, a physical structure intended to be the dwelling place of God's presence among His people. In Hebrew, the word for house is "בַּיִת" (bayit), which can mean both a physical building and a household or family. This dual meaning highlights the temple's role as both a sacred space and a symbol of God's covenant relationship with Israel. The construction of the temple was a significant event, representing a permanent place for worship and sacrifice.

for the Name of the LORD
The "Name of the LORD" signifies God's presence, character, and authority. In Hebrew culture, a name encapsulates the essence of a person. Thus, building a house for the Name of the LORD means creating a space dedicated to His glory and worship. The temple was to be a testament to God's holiness and a place where His people could encounter Him. This reflects the broader biblical theme of God's desire to dwell among His people.

the God of Israel
This phrase emphasizes the covenant relationship between God and the nation of Israel. The God of Israel is the one true God, who chose Israel as His people and revealed Himself through the patriarchs, the Exodus, and the giving of the Law. This covenant relationship is central to the identity of Israel and underscores the significance of the temple as a place of worship and a reminder of God's faithfulness. Historically, the temple served as a focal point for the religious life of Israel, reinforcing their unique relationship with God.

Verse 17. - And it was in the heart of David my father [2 Samuel 7:2; 1 Chronicles 17:1] to build an house for the name of the Lord God of Israel.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Now it was
וַיְהִ֕י (way·hî)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

in
עִם־ (‘im-)
Preposition
Strong's 5973: With, equally with

the heart
לְבַ֖ב (lə·ḇaḇ)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3824: Inner man, mind, will, heart

of my father
אָבִ֑י (’ā·ḇî)
Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 1: Father

David
דָּוִ֣ד (dā·wiḏ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse

to build
לִבְנ֣וֹת (liḇ·nō·wṯ)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 1129: To build

a house
בַּ֔יִת (ba·yiṯ)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1004: A house

for the Name
לְשֵׁ֥ם (lə·šêm)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 8034: A name

of the LORD,
יְהוָ֖ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

the God
אֱלֹהֵ֥י (’ĕ·lō·hê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative

of Israel.
יִשְׂרָאֵֽל׃ (yiś·rā·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc


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