1 Chronicles 28:5

Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

And of all my sons, (for the LORD hath given me many sons,) he hath chosen Solomon my son to sit upon the throne of the kingdom of the LORD over Israel.

All my sons

1 Chronicles 3:1

1 Chronicles 14:4

He hath chosen

1 Chronicles 22:9

1 Chronicles 23:1

1 Chronicles 29:1

To sit

Isaiah 9:6

Bible References

All my sons

These were the sons of David born to him in Hebron: The firstborn was Amnon the son of Ahinoam of Jezreel; the second, Daniel the son of Abigail of Carmel;

These are the names of the children born to him there: Shammua, Shobab, Nathan, Solomon,

He hath chosen

You will have a son who will be a man of peace and rest, and I will give him rest from all his enemies on every side. His name will be Solomon (peace), and I will grant Israel peace and quiet during his reign.

When David was old and full of years, he made his son Solomon king over Israel.

King David announced to the entire assembly: God has chosen my son Solomon. He is however young and lacks experience. The work to be done is enormous, because this is not a palace for people but a Temple for Jehovah God.

To sit

I will set him over my house and my kingdom forever! His throne will be established forever.'

So Solomon succeeded his father David on the throne Jehovah had established. He was a successful king, and the whole nation of Israel obeyed him.

Solomon answered: You always showed great love for my father David. Now you have allowed me to succeed him as king.

([Prayers of David]) O God, give the king your justice. Give your righteousness to the royal son.

For unto us a child is born. Unto us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. He will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace.