1 Kings 8:19
New International Version
Nevertheless, you are not the one to build the temple, but your son, your own flesh and blood—he is the one who will build the temple for my Name.’

New Living Translation
but you are not the one to do it. One of your own sons will build the Temple to honor me.’

English Standard Version
Nevertheless, you shall not build the house, but your son who shall be born to you shall build the house for my name.’

Berean Standard Bible
Nevertheless, you are not the one to build it; but your son, your own offspring, will build the house for My Name.’

King James Bible
Nevertheless thou shalt not build the house; but thy son that shall come forth out of thy loins, he shall build the house unto my name.

New King James Version
Nevertheless you shall not build the temple, but your son who will come from your body, he shall build the temple for My name.’

New American Standard Bible
Nevertheless you shall not build the house, but your son who will be born to you, he will build the house for My name.’

NASB 1995
‘Nevertheless you shall not build the house, but your son who will be born to you, he will build the house for My name.’

NASB 1977
‘Nevertheless you shall not build the house, but your son who shall be born to you, he shall build the house for My name.’

Legacy Standard Bible
Nevertheless you shall not build the house, but your son who will come forth from your loins, he shall build the house for My name.’

Amplified Bible
Nevertheless, you shall not build the house, but your son, who shall be born to you, it is he who shall build it for My Name [and My Presence].’

Christian Standard Bible
Yet you are not the one to build it; instead, your son, your own offspring, will build it for my name.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Yet you are not the one to build it; instead, your son, your own offspring, will build it for My name.”

American Standard Version
nevertheless thou shalt not build the house; but thy son that shall come forth out of thy loins, he shall build the house for my name.

Contemporary English Version
But you're not the one to do it. Your son will build a temple to honor me."

English Revised Version
nevertheless thou shalt not build the house; but thy son that shall come forth out of thy loins, he shall build the house for my name.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
But you must not build the temple. Instead, your own son will build the temple for my name.'

Good News Translation
but you will never build it. It is your son, your own son, who will build my temple.'

International Standard Version
Nevertheless, you are not to build the Temple, but your son who will be born to you is to build a temple for my name.'

Majority Standard Bible
Nevertheless, you are not the one to build it; but your son, your own offspring, will build the house for My Name.?

NET Bible
But you will not build the temple; your very own son will build the temple for my honor.'

New Heart English Bible
Nevertheless, you shall not build the house; but your son who shall come forth out of your body, he shall build the house for my name.'

Webster's Bible Translation
Nevertheless, thou shalt not build the house; but thy son that shall come forth out of thy loins, he shall build the house to my name.

World English Bible
Nevertheless, you shall not build the house; but your son who shall come out of your body, he shall build the house for my name.’
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
only, you do not build the house, but your son who is coming out from your loins, he builds the house for My Name.

Young's Literal Translation
only, thou dost not build the house, but thy son who is coming out from thy loins, he doth build the house for My name.

Smith's Literal Translation
But thou shalt not build a house, but thy son coming forth from thy loins, he shall build the house for my name.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Nevertheless thou shalt not build me a house, but thy son, that shall come forth out of thy loins, he shall build a house to my name.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Yet truly, you shall not build a house for me. Instead, your son, who shall go forth from your loins, he himself shall build a house to my name.’

New American Bible
But it is not you who will build the house, but your son, who comes from your loins; he shall build the house for my name.

New Revised Standard Version
nevertheless you shall not build the house, but your son who shall be born to you shall build the house for my name.’
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Nevertheless you shall not build the house to my name; but your son who shall come forth out of your loins, he shall build the house to my name.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
However you shall not build a house to my name, but only your son who proceeds from your loins, he shall build a house for my name.’
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
nevertheless thou shalt not build the house; but thy son that shall come forth out of thy loins, he shall build the house for My name.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Nevertheless thou shalt not build the house, but thy son that has proceeded out of thy bowels, he shall build the house to my name.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Solomon Praises the LORD
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. 19Nevertheless, you are not the one to build it; but your son, your own offspring, will build the house for My Name.’ 20Now the LORD has fulfilled the word that He spoke. I have succeeded my father David, and I sit on the throne of Israel, as the LORD promised. I have built the house for the Name of the LORD, the God of Israel.…

Cross References
2 Samuel 7:12-13
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. / He will build a house for My Name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever.

1 Chronicles 17:11-12
And when your days are fulfilled and you go to be with your fathers, I will raise up your descendant after you, one of your own sons, and I will establish his kingdom. / He will build a house for Me, and I will establish his throne forever.

1 Chronicles 22:9-10
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. / 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 28:6
And He said to me, ‘Solomon your son is the one who will build My house and My courts, for I have chosen him as My son, and I will be his Father.

2 Chronicles 6:9
Nevertheless, you are not the one to build it; but your son, your own offspring, will build the house for My Name.’

2 Chronicles 7:18
then I will establish your royal throne, as I covenanted with your father David when I said, ‘You will never fail to have a man to rule over Israel.’

Psalm 132:11
The LORD swore an oath to David, a promise He will not revoke: “One of your descendants I will place on your throne.

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,

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.

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

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!”

Luke 1:69
He has raised up a horn of salvation for us in the house of His servant David,

Romans 1:3
regarding His Son, who was a descendant of David according to the flesh,

Hebrews 1:5
For to which of the angels did God ever say: “You are My Son; today I have become Your Father”? Or again: “I will be His Father, and He will be My Son”?


Treasury of Scripture

Nevertheless you shall not build the house; but your son that shall come forth out of your loins, he shall build the house to my name.

1 Kings 5:3-5
Thou knowest how that David my father could not build an house unto the name of the LORD his God for the wars which were about him on every side, until the LORD put them under the soles of his feet…

2 Samuel 7:5,12,13
Go and tell my servant David, Thus saith the LORD, Shalt thou build me an house for me to dwell in? …

1 Chronicles 17:4,11,12
Go and tell David my servant, Thus saith the LORD, Thou shalt not build me an house to dwell in: …

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Nevertheless, you are not the one to build it;
This phrase refers to God's message to King David, indicating that David would not be the one to construct the temple. The context is found in 1 Chronicles 17:4, where God tells David that he has shed too much blood to build a house for Him. This highlights the theme of divine sovereignty and the idea that God's plans may differ from human desires. David's role as a warrior king was significant in establishing Israel, but the task of building the temple required a different kind of leadership, one of peace and rest, which would be fulfilled by his son Solomon.

but your son,
This phrase identifies Solomon as the chosen one to build the temple. Solomon, whose name means "peace," was a fitting choice to construct the temple, symbolizing a period of peace and prosperity in Israel. This also reflects the biblical principle of generational legacy, where God's promises and plans often unfold over multiple generations. The transition from David to Solomon marks a shift from conquest to consolidation and worship.

your own offspring,
The emphasis on "your own offspring" underscores the fulfillment of God's covenant with David, as seen in 2 Samuel 7:12-13, where God promises David that his offspring will establish the kingdom and build a house for God's name. This covenant is a key element in the Davidic line, which ultimately points to Jesus Christ, the descendant of David, who establishes an eternal kingdom.

will build the house
The "house" refers to the temple in Jerusalem, a central place of worship for the Israelites. The temple was not only a physical structure but also a symbol of God's presence among His people. The construction of the temple by Solomon is detailed in 1 Kings 6-7, showcasing the grandeur and significance of this sacred space. The temple served as a focal point for Israel's religious life and was a place where sacrifices and offerings were made.

for My Name.’
Building the temple "for My Name" signifies that the temple was dedicated to the worship and glory of God. In ancient Near Eastern culture, a name represented one's character and authority. Thus, the temple was a testament to God's holiness and His covenant relationship with Israel. This phrase also connects to the broader biblical theme of God's name being revered and worshiped, as seen in passages like Psalm 29:2 and Philippians 2:9-11, where the name of God is exalted. The temple foreshadows the ultimate dwelling of God with humanity through Jesus Christ, who embodies God's presence and authority.

Persons / Places / Events
1. David
The King of Israel who desired to build a temple for the Lord. He was a man after God's own heart but was not chosen to build the temple due to his history as a warrior.

2. Solomon
David's son, who was chosen by God to build the temple. His reign was marked by peace and prosperity, making it a suitable time for such a monumental task.

3. The Temple
The house of the Lord that Solomon was to build, serving as a central place of worship for Israel and a symbol of God's presence among His people.

4. Jerusalem
The city where the temple was to be built, chosen by God as the spiritual center for His people.

5. God's Covenant
The promise that God made with David, ensuring that his lineage would continue and that his son would build the temple.
Teaching Points
God's Sovereignty in Plans
God has a specific plan and timing for His purposes. David's desire to build the temple was good, but God's plan was for Solomon to fulfill this task. Trust in God's timing and His plans for your life.

Generational Legacy
David's preparation for the temple set Solomon up for success. Consider how your actions today can impact future generations in fulfilling God's purposes.

Obedience and Faithfulness
David accepted God's decision with humility and supported Solomon. Embrace God's will, even when it differs from your own desires, and support others in their God-given roles.

God's Promises Fulfilled
God's promise to David was fulfilled through Solomon, and ultimately through Christ. Trust in the faithfulness of God to fulfill His promises in His perfect timing.Verse 19. - Nevertheless thou shalt not build the house [Wordsworth observes that it was filial reverence prevented Solomon's mentioning the cause of this prohibition which, however, is mentioned with appropriate humility by David himself (1 Chronicles 22:8) ]; but thy son that shall come forth out of thy loins, he shall build the house unto my name. [2 Samuel 7:11, 12. The recurrence of "the name" of the Lord is to be noticed (see vers. 16, 17, 18, 29, 48, etc.) The name of God is the expression to man of Has nature, attributes, etc.]

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Nevertheless,
רַ֣ק (raq)
Adverb
Strong's 7535: But, even, except, howbeit howsoever, at the least, nevertheless

you
אַתָּ֔ה (’at·tāh)
Pronoun - second person masculine singular
Strong's 859: Thou and thee, ye and you

are not
לֹ֥א (lō)
Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808: Not, no

the one to build it;
תִבְנֶ֖ה (ṯiḇ·neh)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine singular
Strong's 1129: To build

but
כִּ֤י (kî)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction

your son,
בִּנְךָ֙ (bin·ḵā)
Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 1121: A son

your own offspring,
הַיֹּצֵ֣א (hay·yō·ṣê)
Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 3318: To go, bring, out, direct and proxim

will build
יִבְנֶ֥ה (yiḇ·neh)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1129: To build

the house
הַבַּ֖יִת (hab·ba·yiṯ)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1004: A house

for My Name.’
לִשְׁמִֽי׃ (liš·mî)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 8034: A name


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