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1 Chronicles 22

19 verses

TL;DR

David prepared the materials and resources for the temple that Solomon would build, while God assured Solomon that He would personally build it and grant peace.

Summary

In 1 Chronicles 22, David, before his death, gathers the people of Israel, commands masons, and secures abundant materials—stone, iron, brass, cedar, gold, and silver—to prepare for the temple of the LORD. He then instructs his son Solomon to build the house for God, reminding him of the divine decree that David himself cannot build due to his past bloodshed, but Solomon will receive divine guidance and the promise of eternal rule. David emphasizes the necessity of obedience to God’s law and urges the princes of Israel to support Solomon’s project. The chapter highlights divine approval, the fulfillment of covenantal promises, and the communal responsibility to construct a magnificent sanctuary for God.

Outline
  1. David gathers resources and commands masons to prepare for the temple
  2. God instructs Solomon that He will build the house and grant peace
  3. David calls the Israelite princes to assist and uphold the covenant
Themes
Divine covenant and approvalStewardship of resourcesCommunity cooperation in worshipHope for future fulfillment
Keywords
DavidSolomonLordTempleCovenantStewardshipCommunityPeaceFaithfulness
People
DavidSolomonMoses
Places
IsraelSidonTyre
Things
house of the LORDaltar of burnt offeringiron nailsbrasscedar treesgold talentssilver talentstimberstoneworkmenArk of the Covenantholy vessels
Key Verses
  • 1 Chronicles 22:8: God declares He will build the house, revealing the divine plan for Solomon
  • 1 Chronicles 22:11-12: Divine exhortation to Solomon to seek wisdom and fulfill the law
  • 1 Chronicles 22:17-19: Call to the princes to unite and assist in temple construction
Questions
  • Why does God say David cannot build the temple, but assures Solomon will?
  • How does the preparation of resources reflect Israel’s relationship with God?
  • What does the communal effort of the princes signify about Israel’s unity?
  • In what ways does the passage emphasize obedience to divine instruction?
  • How might the promise of peace in Solomon’s reign relate to Israel’s future stability?
Sentiment

positive
The chapter conveys encouragement, divine approval, and hopeful anticipation for the temple and future leadership.