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, it is not you who shall 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.’ Berean Literal Bible Nevertheless, you shall not build the temple; but your son who will come from your loins, he shall build the house for My Name.’ King James Bible Notwithstanding thou shalt not build the house; but thy son which shall come forth out of thy loins, he shall build the house for 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 shall 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 shall 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 will be born to you, he shall build the house for My Name.’ Berean Annotated Bible Nevertheless, you are not the one to build it; but your son, your own offspring, will build the house for My Name. Christian Standard Bible Yet, you are not the one to build the temple, but your son, your own offspring, will build the temple for my name.” Holman Christian Standard Bible Yet, you are not the one to build the temple, but your son, your own offspring, will build the temple 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 the 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.' 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 Notwithstanding thou shalt not build the house; but thy son who shall come forth out of thy loins, he shall build the house for my name. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleNevertheless, you are not the one to build it; but your son, your own offspring, will build the house for My Name.’ World English Bible nevertheless you shall not build the house, but your son who will come out of your body, he shall build the house for my name.’ Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionbut you do not build the house, for your son who comes forth out from your loins, he builds the house for My Name. Berean Literal Bible Nevertheless, you shall not build the temple; but your son who will come from your loins, he shall build the house for My Name.’ Young's Literal Translation but thou dost not build the house, for thy son who cometh forth out from thy loins, he doth build the house for My name. Smith's Literal Translation But thou shalt not build the house; for thy son coming forth from thy loins, he shall build the house to my name. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBut thou shalt not build the house, but thy son, who shall come out of thy loins, he shall build a house to my name. Catholic Public Domain Version But you shall not build the house. Truly, your son, who will go forth from your loins, 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 BibleNevertheless you shall not build the house for my name, but your son who shall come forth out of your loins, he shall build the house for my name. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated But you shall not build a house, but your son who proceeds from your loins shall build a house for my name.’ OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917nevertheless 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; for thy son who shall come forth out of thy loins, he shall build the house for my name. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Solomon Praises the LORD…8But 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. 9Nevertheless, you are not the one to build it; but your son, your own offspring, will build the house for My Name.’ 10Now 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 Nevertheless, you are not the one to build it; 1 Chronicles 22:8 but this word of the LORD came to me: ‘You have shed much blood and waged great wars. You are not to build a house for My Name because you have shed so much blood on the ground before Me. 1 Chronicles 28:3 but God said to me, ‘You are not to build a house for My Name, because you are a man of war who has shed blood.’ 1 Kings 5:3 “As you are well aware, due to the wars waged on all sides against my father David, he could not build a house for the Name of the LORD his God until the LORD had put his enemies under his feet. but your son, your own offspring, 2 Samuel 7:12 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. 1 Chronicles 17:11 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. 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. will build the house for My Name.’ 2 Samuel 7:13 He will build a house for My Name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever. 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.’ 1 Chronicles 22:10 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 Kings 8:19 Nevertheless, you are not the one to build it; but your son, your own offspring, will build the house for My Name.’ 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. Isaiah 9:6-7 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. / 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. Matthew 1:1 This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham: Matthew 1:6 and Jesse the father of David the king. Next: David was the father of Solomon by Uriah’s wife, Luke 1:31-33 Behold, you will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to give Him the name Jesus. / 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!” Treasury of Scripture Notwithstanding you shall not build the house; but your son which shall come forth out of your loins, he shall build the house for my name. thy son 2 Samuel 7:12,13 And when thy days be fulfilled, and thou shalt sleep with thy fathers, I will set up thy seed after thee, which shall proceed out of thy bowels, and I will establish his kingdom… 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: … Jump to Previous Blood Body Born Build Builder Flesh Forth House Nevertheless Notwithstanding Offspring TempleJump to Next Blood Body Born Build Builder Flesh Forth House Nevertheless Notwithstanding Offspring Temple2 Chronicles 6 1. Solomon, having blessed the people, blessed God12. Solomon's prayer in the consecration of the temple, upon the bronze platform. Nevertheless, you are not the one to build it; God honored David’s desire to provide a permanent house for His worship, yet assigned the task to another. David’s years were marked by warfare and the shedding of blood, while the temple would stand as a house associated with God’s peace and holy presence. David therefore prepared abundantly for its construction, gathering materials and organizing worship, though he would not see the building completed. 1Ch 22:8 You are not to build a house for My Name… but your son, your own offspring, Solomon, David’s son and appointed successor, would carry forward the Lord’s covenant promise to David. God established David’s dynasty and pledged that his offspring would build the temple. Solomon’s accession and temple-building work displayed God’s faithfulness to His word, while the enduring promise to David’s line ultimately finds its fulfillment in Christ, the greater Son of David. 2Sa 7:12 And when your days are fulfilled and you rest… will build the house for My Name.’ Solomon built the temple in Jerusalem as the appointed center of Israel’s worship and the place where God caused His name to dwell. The building could not contain the infinite God, yet it testified that He had graciously chosen to make His presence known among His covenant people. The temple also anticipated Jesus Christ, in whom God dwells with humanity and through whom believers have access to God. 2Sa 7:13 He will build a house for My Name, and I will… Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe 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. 2. Solomon David's son, who was chosen by God to build the temple. He represents the fulfillment of God's promise to David. 3. The Temple The house of God that David desired to build, which would become a central place of worship for Israel. 4. Jerusalem The city where the temple was to be built, signifying God's chosen place for His Name to dwell. 5. God's Promise The divine decision and promise that David's son would build the temple, highlighting God's sovereign plan. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty in PlansGod's plans may differ from our desires, but His purposes are always perfect. We must trust His timing and decisions. Generational Legacy David's preparation for the temple, even though he would not build it, shows the importance of laying a foundation for future generations. Obedience and Faithfulness Both David and Solomon demonstrate obedience to God's will. We are called to be faithful in our roles, whether we see the fulfillment of our desires or not. God's Promises Fulfilled The promise to David about his son building the temple reminds us that God is faithful to His word. We can trust His promises in our lives. Role of Worship The temple was central to Israel's worship. This highlights the importance of having a dedicated space and heart for worship in our lives. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 6:9?2. How does 2 Chronicles 6:9 demonstrate God's sovereignty in choosing leaders? 3. Why was David not chosen to build the temple according to this verse? 4. How can we discern God's specific plans for our lives today? 5. What lessons can we learn from David's response to God's decision in 2 Chronicles 6:9? 6. How does this verse connect to God's promises in 1 Chronicles 17:11-12? 7. Why did God choose Solomon over David to build the temple in 2 Chronicles 6:9? 8. How does 2 Chronicles 6:9 reflect God's sovereignty in choosing leaders? 9. What does 2 Chronicles 6:9 reveal about God's plans versus human desires? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 6? What Does 2 Chronicles 6:9 Mean NeverthelessThe word signals a loving course correction from God. David’s passion to build a temple was good (1 Kings 8:17), yet the Lord redirects him. Scripture often shows God honoring a servant’s heart while steering the plan differently—think of Paul desiring to preach in Asia but being sent to Macedonia instead (Acts 16:6-10). Here, “nevertheless” reminds us that God’s purposes stand even when they alter our own (Proverbs 19:21). you are not the one to build it; God tells David plainly that the task is not his. The reason is given elsewhere: David had “shed much blood” (1 Chronicles 22:8; 28:3). Key lessons: • A godly desire does not guarantee personal assignment. • Certain roles require specific conditions God alone sets. • Obedience means accepting limits as well as commands (Deuteronomy 3:26). but your son, The promise shifts to Solomon. By naming the successor, God affirms: • Continuity—David’s work will not be wasted (2 Samuel 7:12-13). • Succession—leadership transition is God-guided (1 Kings 2:12). • Encouragement—David can prepare, knowing who will finish (1 Chronicles 22:5). your own offspring, This phrase stresses lineage, anchoring the temple project within the covenant family. It recalls God’s promise that David’s “seed” would sit on the throne forever (2 Samuel 7:13-16). The temple thus becomes a visible link between dynasty and worship, pointing ahead to the ultimate Son of David, Christ (Luke 1:32-33). will build the house Solomon’s assignment is specific: a physical structure where glory will dwell (1 Kings 6:1). Truths that flow from this: • God values craftsmanship and planning (Exodus 31:1-5). • The “house” is for worship, not royal prestige (Psalm 132:5). • Preparation matters—David gathers materials though he will not build (1 Chronicles 29:2-3). for My Name. The temple is about God’s reputation, presence, and covenant faithfulness. Throughout Scripture, His Name represents His character and glory (Exodus 34:5-7). Solomon later prays that God’s “Name may be there” and that prayers toward the temple be heard (1 Kings 8:29). The purpose statement guards against idolatry: the building serves to honor God, not itself. summary 2 Chronicles 6:9 captures God redirecting David’s honorable ambition, delegating temple construction to Solomon, and underscoring that the temple exists to exalt God’s Name. The verse teaches us to welcome divine redirection, trust God’s timing through generations, and remember that every sacred task, whether begun or completed by us, must center on His glory. (9) Notwithstanding thou shalt not build.—Only thou, thou shalt not build; with stress on the pronoun.But thy son.—Heb., for thy son; so LXX.; Kings, “but;” and so some MSS. and the Syriac, Vulg., and Arabic here. Otherwise the whole verse is as in Kings. 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, בִנְךָ֙ (ḇin·ḵā) Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 1121: A son your own offspring, הַיּוֹצֵ֣א (hay·yō·w·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 Additonal Resources 2 Chronicles 6:9 Blue Letter Bible2 Chronicles 6:9 Bible Gateway 2 Chronicles 6:9 Bible.com 2 Chronicles 6:9 NIV |
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