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1 Chronicles 17:11,12
And it shall come to pass, when thy days be expired that thou must goto be with thy fathers, that I will raise up thy seed after thee, which shall be of thy sons; and I will establish his kingdom…

1 Chronicles 28:5
And of all my sons, (for the LORD hath given me many sons,) he hath chosen Solomon my son to sit upon the throne of the kingdom of the LORD over Israel.

Psalm 132:11
The LORD hath swornin truth unto David; he will not turn from it; Of the fruit of thy body will I set upon thy throne.

prospered

1 Chronicles 22:11
Now, my son, the LORD be with thee; and prosper thou, and build the house of the LORD thy God, as he hath said of thee.

all Israel

Ecclesiastes 8:2-5
Icounsel thee to keep the king's commandment, andthat in regard of the oath of God…

Romans 13:1
Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God.

as king in place of his father David
Solomon's succession to the throne marks the continuation of the Davidic dynasty, which is significant in biblical history. David, a man after God's own heart, was promised that his lineage would endure forever (2 Samuel 7:12-16). Solomon's ascension fulfills part of this Davidic Covenant, which is ultimately realized in the New Testament through Jesus Christ, a descendant of David (Matthew 1:1). The transition from David to Solomon also highlights the importance of dynastic succession in maintaining political stability and continuity in ancient Israel.

He prospered
Solomon's prosperity is a testament to God's blessing and favor upon his reign. This prosperity is not only material but also encompasses wisdom, peace, and influence. Solomon's wisdom, famously demonstrated in the judgment of the two women claiming the same baby (1 Kings 3:16-28), is a gift from God, requested by Solomon himself (1 Kings 3:9-12). His reign is characterized by peace and extensive building projects, including the construction of the Temple in Jerusalem, which becomes a central place of worship for Israel.

and all Israel obeyed him
The unity and obedience of Israel under Solomon's rule reflect a period of national cohesion and strength. This obedience is indicative of Solomon's effective leadership and the people's recognition of his God-given authority. It contrasts with later periods of division and disobedience, such as the split of the kingdom after Solomon's death (1 Kings 12). The unity under Solomon can be seen as a foreshadowing of the ultimate unity and peace that will be established under the reign of Christ, the true King of Kings, as prophesied inIsaiah 9:6-7.

• David’s long reign closed with a public hand-over (1 Chronicles 28:1–7;1 Kings 1:46).

• Solomon’s seating signals the moment promises move from anticipation to reality (1 Chronicles 23:1;1 Kings 2:12).

• God’s choice is being honored, not merely human politics; the elders, priests, and people had already affirmed him (1 Chronicles 29:20–22).

• Scripture calls the royal seat “the throne of the LORD” because the kingdom belongs to God first (1 Chronicles 28:5;2 Chronicles 9:8;Psalm 45:6).

• Israel’s king governs as God’s vice-regent, reminding the nation that ultimate authority rests in heaven (Daniel 4:17).

• This language foreshadows the Messiah, who will one day sit forever on that same divine throne (Luke 1:32–33;Revelation 3:21).

• The succession fulfills God’s covenant promise: “I will raise up your offspring after you… and I will establish his throne forever” (2 Samuel 7:12–13;1 Kings 8:20).

• Continuity matters; the same God who empowered David now empowers Solomon (1 Chronicles 28:20).

• David’s careful preparation—storing materials for the temple and giving Solomon clear instructions—models generational faithfulness (1 Chronicles 22:5–16).

• The blessing is comprehensive: wisdom (1 Kings 3:12), wealth (1 Kings 10:23), peace on every side (1 Kings 4:20-25).

• Prosperity flows from covenant obedience; Solomon’s early life displayed humility and prayerful dependence (2 Chronicles 1:1, 7-12).

• Material flourishing points beyond itself to the greater glory of God’s kingdom, hinting at the coming reign of Christ where abundance is perfected (Isaiah 11:6-9).

• National unity under one king is a gift; every tribe, officer, and mighty man submits (1 Chronicles 29:24;1 Kings 4:1).

• Obedience to God’s appointed leader provides stability and enables temple construction, worship renewal, and justice (1 Kings 5:13-18;1 Kings 8:1-11).

• The statement also warns: later generations will fracture when they reject God’s chosen order (2 Chronicles 10:16). Staying under God-given authority preserves blessing.

1 Chronicles 29:23 shows the seamless transfer of God-given authority from David to Solomon, highlighting that the throne belongs to the Lord, the covenant with David remains intact, divine prosperity accompanies obedient leadership, and unified submission brings national peace. Together these truths point forward to the greater Son of David, Jesus Christ, whose eternal reign will perfectly unite, prosper, and bless all who obey Him.

Solomon sat on the throne of the Lord.--Comp.1Chronicles 28:5.

As king instead of David hisfather.--It is not meant that David abdicated.1Chronicles 29:23-25 are anticipative of the history of Solomon's reign. At the same time, their introduction here is natural, not only as relating the immediate sequel of Solomon's coronation, but also as showing how David's last wishes in regard to his son were realised.