What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 22:6? Then David called for his son Solomon “Then David called for his son Solomon…” • David, now near the end of his reign (1 Kings 1:1), summons Solomon personally rather than sending a servant. This shows fatherly concern and kingly responsibility. • The call underlines God’s choice of Solomon as successor (1 Chron 28:5–7; 1 Kings 1:29–30). • Passing the baton this way reflects how one generation must actively hand on God’s purposes to the next (Psalm 145:4; 2 Timothy 2:2). and instructed him “…and instructed him…” • David’s words are more than suggestions; they are a charge (1 Chron 28:8–10). • Scripture places weight on parents teaching children (Deuteronomy 6:6–7; Proverbs 4:1–4). Here, the instruction concerns both leadership and obedience to the Lord (1 Kings 2:2–3). • Because David could not build the temple himself (1 Chron 22:8), he ensures Solomon understands God’s will. Obedience must be intentional and communicated. to build a house “…to build a house…” • “House” refers to the physical temple, the worship center promised in 2 Samuel 7:13 and echoed in 1 Chron 17:11–12. • David has already stockpiled materials, craftsmen, and treasure (1 Chron 22:2–4, 14–16). Provision and planning precede the work God assigns. • The temple would visibly manifest God’s dwelling among His people (Exodus 25:8; 1 Kings 6:11–13). It demonstrates that worship deserves the best we can give. for the LORD, the God of Israel “…for the LORD, the God of Israel.” • The project’s purpose is worship, not royal prestige. The temple is for Yahweh alone (Deuteronomy 12:5–7). • Calling Him “the God of Israel” stresses covenant faithfulness. The same God who delivered them from Egypt now invites them to draw near (Exodus 19:4–6; 1 Kings 8:23). • Later, Solomon will dedicate the temple, praying that God’s eyes and heart remain there perpetually (1 Kings 8:27–30; 2 Chron 6:41). Even so, the temple points forward to Christ, “something greater than the temple” (Matthew 12:6; John 2:19–21), through whom God dwells with His people forever (Revelation 21:3). summary David’s summons, instruction, building charge, and God-centered focus reveal a seamless handoff of divine mission from father to son. The verse teaches that God’s work must be entrusted to prepared hearts, supplied with necessary resources, and carried out for His glory alone. |
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