Topical Bible: Death: Scenes of Death of David

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The death of King David, a central figure in the history of Israel and a man after God's own heart, is a significant event recorded in the Scriptures. David's life, marked by triumphs and tribulations, culminates in a scene of peaceful transition, reflecting his enduring faith and the fulfillment of God's promises.

David's Final Days and Instructions

As David's life drew to a close, he was aware of his impending death. The Bible records that David was advanced in years and frail, having reigned over Israel for forty years—seven years in Hebron and thirty-three years in Jerusalem (1 Kings 2:11). In his final days, David provided instructions to his son Solomon, who was to succeed him as king. This moment is captured in 1 Kings 2:1-4 :

"When the time drew near for David to die, he charged his son Solomon, saying, 'I am about to go the way of all the earth. So be strong and prove yourself a man. And keep the charge of the LORD your God, walking in His ways and keeping His statutes, commandments, ordinances, and decrees as it is written in the Law of Moses, so that you may prosper in all you do and wherever you turn, and that the LORD may fulfill His promise to me: "If your descendants take heed to walk faithfully before Me with all their heart and soul, you will never fail to have a man on the throne of Israel."'"

David's instructions to Solomon emphasize the importance of obedience to God's law and the continuation of the Davidic covenant, which promised an everlasting dynasty.

David's Death and Burial

David's death is recorded succinctly in 1 Kings 2:10 : "Then David rested with his fathers and was buried in the City of David." This phrase, "rested with his fathers," is a common biblical expression denoting death and burial, signifying that David joined his ancestors in death.

The City of David, where he was buried, is a term used for Jerusalem, specifically the area that David established as his capital. His burial there signifies the honor and respect accorded to him as Israel's revered king.

Legacy and Succession

David's death marked the end of an era and the beginning of Solomon's reign. The transition of power was significant, as Solomon was chosen by God to build the temple, a task David had desired but was not permitted to undertake. David's legacy, however, extended beyond his earthly life, as he was remembered for his psalms, his heart for worship, and his role in establishing Jerusalem as the spiritual and political center of Israel.

The account of David's death and the peaceful succession to Solomon underscores the fulfillment of God's promises and the continuity of His plan for Israel. David's life and death serve as a testament to God's faithfulness and the enduring impact of a life devoted to Him.

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1 Kings 2:1-10
Now the days of David drew near that he should die; and he charged Solomon his son, saying,
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From Kadesh to the Death of Moses.
... Final Scenes at Kadesh. ... (1) The death of Aaron in Mount ... His language fittingly describes
the material splendor and the splendid victories and reign of David. ...
/.../tidwell/the bible period by period/chapter vii from kadesh to.htm

Imprisonment and Death of John
... He expected Jesus to take the throne of David; and as time ... eyes to behold the light
of day, the scenes of nature ... himself to God for life or for death, as should ...
/.../white/the desire of ages/chapter 22 imprisonment and death.htm

From the Close of the General Conference of 1812 to the Death of ...
... as those places were the principal scenes of the ... to Kentucky, and preached until
near his death at eighty ... David Snyder possessing gifts to make himself useful. ...
/.../chapter 2 from the close.htm

The Life and Death of Mr. Badman,
... trade, slavery, and war, will call to mind scenes of vice ... to as bad, nay, worse than
was that death of the ... Thus Shimei cursed David; he sentenced him for and to ...
/.../bunyan/the works of john bunyan volumes 1-3/the life and death of.htm

The Ancestral Home
... It was commemorative of his father, David T. Talmage ... earnest, useful, and Christian
through so many exciting scenes. ... in the sweet nightfall of death, lighted by ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/fagg/forty years in south china/i the ancestral home.htm

Happy Children and Prosperous Days
... and Andrew, by Bishop Eustathius, who, after the death of Porphyry ... Ah, David!' he
said, these are happy days ... But when I remember the scenes through which we have ...
/.../chapter lxxi happy children and.htm

The Earlier Hebrew Histories.
... that this is the first intimation, after the death of Moses ... and nearly five hundred
years after David, the young ... form one of the most striking scenes of the old ...
/.../gladden/who wrote the bible/chapter iv the earlier hebrew.htm

Old Revival Hymns.
... a missionary teacher; but probably neither he nor David Brainerd ever ... learned to
sing it amid the old revival scenes: Death, with thy weapons of war lay me low ...
/.../brown/the story of the hymns and tunes/chapter vii old revival hymns.htm

Thessalonica
... Righteousness." And again: "Thus saith the Lord: David shall never ... down through the
centuries to the scenes of the ... God "poured out His soul unto death: and He ...
/.../white/the acts of the apostles/lesson 22 thessalonica.htm

Scenes in the Lives of the Patriarchs.
... became weak and blind from age, feeling that death was near ... The Lord was recognized
amid the most joyful scenes of social ... [Illustration: Nathan Reproving David]. ...
/.../headley/half hours in bible lands volume 2/scenes in the lives of.htm