1 Chronicles 17:12
1 Chronicles 17:12 in Multiple Translations
He will build a house for Me, and I will establish his throne forever.
He shall build me an house, and I will stablish his throne for ever.
He shall build me a house, and I will establish his throne for ever.
He will be the builder of my house, and I will make the seat of his authority certain for ever.
He will be the one to build me a house, and I will make sure his kingdom lasts forever.
He shall builde me an house, and I will stablish his throne for euer.
he doth build for Me a house, and I have established his throne unto the age;
He will build me a house, and I will establish his throne forever.
He shall build me a house, and I will establish his throne for ever.
He shall build me a house, and I will establish his throne for ever.
He is the one who will arrange for a temple to be built for me. And I will enable his descendants to be kings [MTY] of Israel forever.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 17:12
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1 Chronicles 17:12 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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ה֥וּא
יִבְנֶה
לִּ֖/י
בָּ֑יִת
וְ/כֹנַנְתִּ֥י
אֶת
כִּסְא֖/וֹ
עַד
עוֹלָֽם
ה֥וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Pron
יִבְנֶה
bânâh
H1129
to build
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
לִּ֖/י
Prep | Suff
בָּ֑יִת
bayith
H1004
place
N-ms
וְ/כֹנַנְתִּ֥י
kûwn
H3559
to establish
Conj | V-o-1cs
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
כִּסְא֖/וֹ
kiççêʼ
H3678
throne
N-ms | Suff
עַד
ʻad
H5704
till
Prep
עוֹלָֽם
ʻôwlâm
H5769
forever
N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 17:12
ה֥וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.
Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)
Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.
יִבְנֶה
bânâh
H1129
"to build"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
The Hebrew word bânâh means to build something, like a house or a family. It can also mean to establish or repair something, and is used in various contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: 1) to build, rebuild, establish, cause to continue 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to build, rebuild 1a2) to build a house (ie, establish a family) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be built 1b2) to be rebuilt 1b3) established (of restored exiles) (fig.) 1b4) established (made permanent) 1b5) to be built up (of childless wife becoming the mother of a family through the children of a concubine) Aramaic equivalent: be.nah (בְּנָה "to build" H1124)
Usage: Occurs in 345 OT verses. KJV: (begin to) build(-er), obtain children, make, repair, set (up), [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 2:22; 1 Kings 8:48; 2 Chronicles 20:8.
לִּ֖/י
""
Prep | Suff
בָּ֑יִת
bayith
H1004
"place"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
וְ/כֹנַנְתִּ֥י
kûwn
H3559
"to establish"
Conj | V-o-1cs
This verb means to set something up or establish it, like setting up a tent or appointing someone to a position, as seen in Isaiah 7:14.
Definition: : prepare/direct 1) to be firm, be stable, be established 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be set up, be established, be fixed 1a1a) to be firmly established 1a1b) to be established, be stable, be secure, be enduring 1a1c) to be fixed, be securely determined 1a2) to be directed aright, be fixed aright, be steadfast (moral sense) 1a3) to prepare, be ready 1a4) to be prepared, be arranged, be settled 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to establish, set up, accomplish, do, make firm 1b2) to fix, make ready, prepare, provide, provide for, furnish 1b3) to direct toward (moral sense) 1b4) to arrange, order 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be established, be fastened 1c2) to be prepared, be ready 1d) (Polel) 1d1) to set up, establish 1d2) to constitute, make 1d3) to fix 1d4) to direct 1e) (Pulal) to be established, be prepared 1f) (Hithpolel) to be established, be restored
Usage: Occurs in 211 OT verses. KJV: certain(-ty), confirm, direct, faithfulness, fashion, fasten, firm, be fitted, be fixed, frame, be meet, ordain, order, perfect, (make) preparation, prepare (self), provide, make provision, (be, make) ready, right, set (aright, fast, forth), be stable, (e-) stablish, stand, tarry, [idiom] very deed. See also: Genesis 41:32; Job 18:12; Psalms 5:10.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
כִּסְא֖/וֹ
kiççêʼ
H3678
"throne"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this word means a throne, symbolizing a seat of power or authority, often canopied or covered. It is used to describe the throne of God or a king, representing royal dignity and power.
Definition: 1) seat (of honour), throne, seat, stool 1a) seat (of honour), throne 1b) royal dignity, authority, power (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 124 OT verses. KJV: seat, stool, throne. See also: Genesis 41:40; 2 Chronicles 23:20; Psalms 9:5.
עַד
ʻad
H5704
"till"
Prep
This Hebrew word means until or as far as, describing a point in time or space. It's used in the Bible to set boundaries or limits, like in Exodus when describing the Israelites' journey.
Definition: prep 1) as far as, even to, until, up to, while, as far as 1a) of space 1a1) as far as, up to, even to 1b) in combination 1b1) from...as far as, both...and (with 'min' -from) 1c) of time 1c1) even to, until, unto, till, during, end 1d) of degree 1d1) even to, to the degree of, even like conj 2) until, while, to the point that, so that even Aramaic equivalent: ad (עַד "till" H5705)
Usage: Occurs in 1128 OT verses. KJV: against, and, as, at, before, by (that), even (to), for(-asmuch as), (hither-) to, [phrase] how long, into, as long (much) as, (so) that, till, toward, until, when, while, ([phrase] as) yet. See also: Genesis 3:19; Exodus 32:20; Numbers 23:24.
עוֹלָֽם
ʻôwlâm
H5769
"forever"
N-ms
This word means forever or always, describing something that lasts an eternity. It is used in the Bible to describe God's eternal nature and his lasting promises.
Definition: : old/ancient 1) long duration, antiquity, futurity, for ever, ever, everlasting, evermore, perpetual, old, ancient, world 1a) ancient time, long time (of past) 1b) (of future) 1b1) for ever, always 1b2) continuous existence, perpetual 1b3) everlasting, indefinite or unending future, eternity
Usage: Occurs in 413 OT verses. KJV: alway(-s), ancient (time), any more, continuance, eternal, (for, (n-)) ever(-lasting, -more, of old), lasting, long (time), (of) old (time), perpetual, at any time, (beginning of the) world ([phrase] without end). Compare H5331 (נֶצַח), H5703 (עַד). See also: Genesis 3:22; 1 Kings 8:13; Psalms 5:12.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 17:12
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- 1 Chronicles 17:12 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 17:12
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 17:12
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 17:12
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 17:12
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 17:12
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 17:12
- Sermons on 1 Chronicles 17:12
Context — God’s Covenant with David
10and have done since the day I appointed judges over My people Israel. And I will subdue all your enemies. Moreover, I declare to you that the LORD will build a house for you.
11And 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.
12He will build a house for Me, and I will establish his throne forever.
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.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Kings 5:5 | So behold, I plan to build a house for the Name of the LORD my God, according to what the LORD said to my father David: ‘I will put your son on your throne in your place, and he will build the house for My Name.’ |
| 2 | Daniel 2:44 | In the days of those kings, the God of heaven will set up a kingdom that will never be destroyed, nor will it be left to another people. It will shatter all these kingdoms and bring them to an end, but will itself stand forever. |
| 3 | 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. |
| 4 | 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.” |
| 5 | Acts 7:47–48 | But it was Solomon who built the house for Him. However, the Most High does not dwell in houses made by human hands. As the prophet says: |
| 6 | 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.’ |
| 7 | 1 Chronicles 28:6–10 | 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. I will establish his kingdom forever, if he resolutely carries out My commandments and ordinances, as is being done this day.’ So now in the sight of all Israel, the assembly of the LORD, and in the hearing of our God, keep and seek out all the commandments of the LORD your God, so that you may possess this good land and leave it as an inheritance to your descendants forever. As for you, Solomon my son, know the God of your father and serve Him wholeheartedly and with a willing mind, for the LORD searches every heart and understands the intent of every thought. If you seek Him, He will be found by you; but if you forsake Him, He will reject you forever. Consider now that the LORD has chosen you to build a house for the sanctuary. Be strong and do it.” |
| 8 | Psalms 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 |
| 9 | Colossians 2:9 | For in Christ all the fullness of the Deity dwells in bodily form. |
| 10 | 2 Chronicles 3:1–4 | 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. Solomon began construction on the second day of the second month in the fourth year of his reign. The foundation that Solomon laid for the house of God was sixty cubits long and twenty cubits wide, according to the old standard. The portico at the front, extending across the width of the temple, was twenty cubits long and twenty cubits high. He overlaid the inside with pure gold. |
1 Chronicles 17:12 Summary
[This verse, 1 Chronicles 17:12, is a promise from God to David's descendant, saying that they will build a house for Him and He will establish their throne forever. This means that God will make sure they have a special place to rule and lead His people, just like He promised in Psalm 89:35-37. The house being built is like a temple where people can come to worship and connect with God, as seen in 1 Kings 8:13. This promise is a big part of God's plan to take care of His people and make sure they have a leader who loves and follows Him, as referenced in Isaiah 9:6-7.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for someone to build a house for God?
In 1 Chronicles 17:12, building a house for God refers to the construction of a physical temple where God's presence would dwell among His people, as seen in 1 Kings 8:13 and 2 Chronicles 2:1. This house would serve as a place of worship and sacrifice.
How can God's throne be established forever?
The establishment of God's throne forever refers to the eternal reign of Jesus Christ, who is the descendant of David, as prophesied in Psalm 89:35-37 and fulfilled in Luke 1:32-33. This throne represents God's sovereign rule over all creation.
What is the significance of the promise made to David's descendant?
The promise made to David's descendant, as seen in 1 Chronicles 17:12, signifies God's covenant faithfulness and His plan to establish an eternal kingdom through Jesus Christ, as referenced in Isaiah 9:6-7 and Revelation 11:15. This promise is a cornerstone of God's redemptive plan.
How does this verse relate to the overall story of the Bible?
This verse is part of the larger narrative of God's relationship with His people, from the establishment of the covenant with Abraham in Genesis 12:1-3 to the ultimate fulfillment in Jesus Christ, as seen in Hebrews 1:1-3. It highlights God's faithfulness and His plan to redeem humanity through the descendants of David.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean for God to establish someone's throne forever, and how does this impact my understanding of God's sovereignty?
- How does the promise made to David's descendant relate to my own life and relationship with God?
- What does it mean to build a house for God, and how can I apply this concept to my own life and worship?
- In what ways can I participate in God's eternal kingdom, and what role do I play in His redemptive plan?
- How does the concept of God's throne being established forever bring me comfort and assurance in my daily life?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 17:12
See Gill "1 Chronicles 17:1".
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 17:12
He shall build me an house, and I will stablish his throne for ever. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 17:12
1 Chronicles 17:11 And it shall come to pass, when thy days be expired that thou must go [to be] with thy fathers, that I will raise up thy seed after thee, which shall be of thy sons; and I will establish his kingdom. Ver. 11-14. An excellent text and testimony both for the person of Christ and for his kingdom. Note this both against the Papists, who deny the perfection of the holy Scriptures; and the Anabaptists, who deny that the Old Testament ought to be read: for who can rightly understand why and how Christ is called the son of David, unless he read this chapter?
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 17:12
(12) He.—The emphatic word. Build me.—Samuel, “for my name.” (See 1 Kings 8:29; 1 Kings 9:3.) His throne.—Samuel, “throne of his kingdom”—a characteristic abridgment.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 17:12
Verse 12. I will establish his throne for ever.] David was a type of Christ; and concerning him the prophecy is literally true. See Isaiah 9:7, where there is evidently the same reference.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 17:12
12. me a house] Sam. an house for my name.
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 17:12
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(Common Market) the Time of Thr Toes Appearing by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power and authority of the word of God, stating that it will ultimately rule the world. He highlights the importance of getting everyone |
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(Daniel) Nebuchadnezzar's Dream by David Guzik | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the dream of King Nebuchadnezzar as recorded in the book of Daniel. The dream involves a great image with different parts made of gold, silve |
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Nebuchadnezzars Dream by Peter Bisset | In this sermon, the preacher draws parallels between the story of Daniel and the plight of sinners who are under the sentence of death. He emphasizes that it doesn't matter what me |
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Worship and Lord's Table - Part 6 by Bakht Singh | In this sermon delivered by Lord Sarvant, the message focuses on the importance of examining ourselves and searching our hearts as we begin a new year. The Lord's table, symbolized |
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Spiritual Gifts Training (Part 4) by Jackie Pullinger | Jackie Pullinger emphasizes the transformative power of the Kingdom of God, asserting that it is not merely about words but about divine power manifesting in healing and restoratio |
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The Promise of the Father by Aaron Hills | Aaron Hills preaches on the importance of following God's divine order and sequence in achieving success in building a great spiritual life. He emphasizes the command given by Jesu |
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Demonstration 5 (Of Wars) by Aphraates | Aphraates preaches about the prophetic visions in the book of Daniel, highlighting the rise and fall of kingdoms, the humbling of the proud, and the ultimate victory of God's Kingd |