1 Chronicles 17:14

Authorized King James Version

But I will settle him in mine house and in my kingdom for ever: and his throne shall be established for evermore.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וְהַֽעֲמַדְתִּ֛יהוּ
H5975
But I will settle
to stand, in various relations (literal and figurative, intransitive and transitive)
#2
בְּבֵיתִ֥י
H1004
him in mine house
a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)
#3
וּבְמַלְכוּתִ֖י
H4438
and in my kingdom
a rule; concretely, a dominion
#4
עַד
H5704
for
as far (or long, or much) as, whether of space (even unto) or time (during, while, until) or degree (equally with)
#5
עוֹלָֽם׃
H5769
evermore
properly, concealed, i.e., the vanishing point; generally, time out of mind (past or future), i.e., (practically) eternity; frequentatively, adverbial
#6
וְכִסְא֕וֹ
H3678
and his throne
properly, covered, i.e., a throne (as canopied)
#7
יִֽהְיֶ֥ה
H1961
to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)
#8
נָכ֖וֹן
H3559
shall be established
properly, to be erect (i.e., stand perpendicular); hence (causatively) to set up, in a great variety of applications, whether literal (establish, fix,
#9
עַד
H5704
for
as far (or long, or much) as, whether of space (even unto) or time (during, while, until) or degree (equally with)
#10
עוֹלָֽם׃
H5769
evermore
properly, concealed, i.e., the vanishing point; generally, time out of mind (past or future), i.e., (practically) eternity; frequentatively, adverbial

Analysis

Within the broader context of 1 Chronicles, this passage highlights kingdom of God through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of kingdom connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about kingdom, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of 1 Chronicles.

Historical Context

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on kingdom of God particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show imperial and royal imagery familiar to subjects of ancient monarchies, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection