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A Prophecy for Two Kings
Commentators overwhelmingly agree that this promise has a dual fulfillment. In the short term, it refers directly to David's son, Solomon, who would build the temple and have an established kingdom. However, its ultimate and complete fulfillment is found in Jesus Christ, the 'Son of David.' As scholars like Barnes and Henry note, only Christ's kingdom is truly established 'forever,' making this one of the Old Testament's most significant Messianic prophecies.
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2 Samuel
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Samuel 7:12
18th Century
Theologian
The prophet, after detailing God’s past mercies to David, now moves on to a direct prophecy—one of the most important in the Old Testament.
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Charles Ellicott
On 2 Samuel 7:12
19th Century
Bishop
Which shall proceed. —The promise given here certainly has immediate reference to Solomon, and it is thought by many that the use …
Charles Spurgeon
On 2 Samuel 7:12–15
19th Century
Preacher
Here is our warrant for believing in the final salvation of Solomon. Perhaps that Book of Ecclesiastes, the work of his old age, shows us by what r…
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John Gill
On 2 Samuel 7:12
17th Century
Pastor
And when your days be fulfilled
The days of his life, which were appointed by the Lord for him to live, and when he …
Matthew Henry
On 2 Samuel 7:4–17
17th Century
Minister
Blessings are promised to the family and descendants of David. These promises relate to Solomon, David's immediate successor, and the royal line of…