Matthew Henry on 1 Chronicles 17:16–end
We have here David's solemn address to God, in answer to the gracious message he had now received from him. By faith he receives the promises, embraces them, and is persuaded of them, as the patriarchs, Heb, Ch1 11:13. How humbly does he here abase himself, and acknowledge his own unworthiness! How highly does he advance the name of God and admire his condescending grace and favour! With what devout affections does he magnify the God of Israel and what a value has he for the Israel of God! With what assurance does he build upon the promise, and with what a lively faith does he put it in suit! What an example is this to us of humble, believing, fervent prayer! The Lord enable us all thus to s…
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David the king . . . sat before the Lord, and said--(See on Sa2 7:18).
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Adam Clarke on 1 Chronicles 17:16
And what is mine house, that thou hast brought me hitherto? - I am not of any regal family, and have no natural right to the throne.
John Gill on 1 Chronicles 17:1
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Keil & Delitzsch on 1 Chronicles 17:1–end
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Tyndale Open Study Notes on 1 Chronicles 17:14
In the parallel at 2 Sam 7:16, God promises to establish David’s house, kingdom, and throne, whereas here it is Solomon’s. While the books of Samuel and Kings cast David as Israel’s ideal king, the Chronicler views Solomon as David’s equal. David made all the preparations for building the Temple, but God designated Solomon as the Temple builder. The promise to Israel was secured in the combined reigns of David and Solomon.
