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1 Chronicles 22:18
Is not the LORD your God with you? and hath henot given you rest on every side? for he hath given the inhabitants of the land into mine hand; and the land is subdued before the LORD, and before his people.

2 Samuel 7:1,11
And it came to pass, when the king sat in his house, and the LORD had given him rest round about from all his enemies; …

that they may dwell in Jerusalem.

1 Kings 8:13,27
I have surely built thee an house to dwell in, a settled place for thee to abide in for ever…

Psalm 9:11
Sing praises to the LORD, which dwelleth in Zion: declare among the people his doings.

Psalm 68:16,18
Why leap ye, ye high hills?this is the hillwhich God desireth to dwell in; yea, the LORD will dwellin it for ever…

The LORD, the God of Israel
This phrase emphasizes the covenant relationship between God and Israel. The LORD (Yahweh) is the personal name of God, highlighting His eternal and unchanging nature. The title "God of Israel" underscores His special relationship with the nation He chose to be His people. This covenantal language is consistent throughout the Old Testament, reminding Israel of their unique identity and calling (Exodus 3:15,Deuteronomy 7:6).

has given rest to His people
The concept of "rest" is significant in biblical theology, often associated with the fulfillment of God's promises and the establishment of peace and security. In this context, it refers to the cessation of warfare and the establishment of a stable kingdom under David's rule. This rest is a partial fulfillment of the promises made to the patriarchs and points forward to the ultimate rest found in Christ (Hebrews 4:9-10).

and has come to dwell in Jerusalem forever
Jerusalem is central to Israel's identity and God's plan. The idea of God dwelling in Jerusalem signifies His presence among His people, particularly through the temple, which David's son Solomon would build. This dwelling is both literal and symbolic, representing God's commitment to His people. The phrase "forever" points to the eternal nature of God's covenant and foreshadows the New Jerusalem described inRevelation 21:2-3, where God will dwell with His people eternally.

• The writer roots this statement in King David’s own words, grounding the promise in history (see2 Samuel 7:1;1 Kings 8:17).

• David, the “sweet psalmist of Israel,” speaks with the authority of a prophet whose record is preserved for our instruction (Acts 2:30).

• Because these words come from David, Israel’s shepherd-king, they carry pastoral assurance as well as royal decree.

• David points to “the LORD” (Yahweh), underscoring the covenant name revealed to Moses (Exodus 3:14-15).

• By adding “the God of Israel,” he reminds the people of their unique relationship established through Abraham (Genesis 17:7-8) and reaffirmed at Sinai (Exodus 19:5-6).

• The same God who led them out of Egypt (Deuteronomy 6:12) remains actively involved with them now.

• “Rest” echoes the promise first announced by Moses (Deuteronomy 12:10) and realized under Joshua (Joshua 21:44).

• David sees a fuller expression of that rest as the nation’s enemies are subdued (2 Samuel 7:11).

• This rest is physical—peace from war (1 Chronicles 22:9)—and spiritual—security in covenant fellowship (Psalm 62:1).

• The theme anticipates the ultimate rest offered in Christ (Hebrews 4:8-10), showing continuity in God’s plan.

• With the ark brought to Zion (2 Samuel 6:17), David recognizes Jerusalem as the divinely chosen dwelling place (Psalm 132:13-14).

• God’s presence, once signified by the tabernacle in the wilderness (Exodus 25:8), now centers in the capital city, preparing the way for Solomon’s temple (1 Kings 8:10-11).

• The phrase highlights God’s nearness—He is not distant but chooses to live among His people (Leviticus 26:11-12).

• “Forever” reflects the permanence of God’s commitment (Psalm 125:2).

• Though the earthly temple would later be destroyed, the promise points beyond its physical structure to God’s unending reign (Isaiah 9:7) and the future messianic kingdom (Luke 1:32-33).

•Revelation 21:3 pictures the ultimate fulfillment: “Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man.”

David’s declaration in1 Chronicles 23:25 assures Israel that the covenant God has granted them peace, chosen Jerusalem as His home, and committed Himself to them eternally. The verse ties together past promises, present security, and future hope, inviting believers today to rest in the same faithful presence and everlasting reign of the Lord.

The Lord . . . hath given rest unto his people.--So that they no longer wander from pasture to pasture in the wilderness, nor are any more oppressed by foreign tyrants as in the days of the judges.

That they may dwell.--Rather,And He (the Lord)hath settled in Jerusalem for ever. (Comp.1Chronicles 17:5, "I have gone from tent to tent.") Now Jehovah has chosen Zion to be His eternal dwelling-place (Psalm 132:13.)