1 Chronicles 28:10
Take heed now; for the LORD hath chosen thee to build an house for the sanctuary: be strong, and do it.
Original Language Analysis
רְאֵ֣ה׀
Take heed
H7200
רְאֵ֣ה׀
Take heed
Strong's:
H7200
Word #:
1 of 11
to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)
עַתָּ֗ה
H6258
כִּֽי
H3588
כִּֽי
Strong's:
H3588
Word #:
3 of 11
(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed
יְהוָ֛ה
now for the LORD
H3068
יְהוָ֛ה
now for the LORD
Strong's:
H3068
Word #:
4 of 11
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
בַּ֥יִת
an house
H1004
בַּ֥יִת
an house
Strong's:
H1004
Word #:
8 of 11
a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)
לַמִּקְדָּ֖שׁ
for the sanctuary
H4720
לַמִּקְדָּ֖שׁ
for the sanctuary
Strong's:
H4720
Word #:
9 of 11
a consecrated thing or place, especially, a palace, sanctuary (whether of jehovah or of idols) or asylum
Historical Context
Solomon's calling to build the temple (c. 971 BCE) was God's sovereign choice, not earned merit. This divine selection both empowered Solomon for the task and held him accountable, teaching that calling and responsibility cannot be separated.
Questions for Reflection
- What specific work has God chosen and called you to that requires fresh courage to 'do it'?
- How does knowing God has chosen you for specific purposes both encourage and challenge you?
Analysis & Commentary
David's personal charge to Solomon: 'Take heed now; for the LORD hath chosen thee to build an house for the sanctuary: be strong, and do it.' The command 'take heed' (re'eh - see/consider) requires careful attention. The basis is divine election - 'the LORD hath chosen thee' - which both privileges and obligates. The command 'be strong, and do it' (chazaq va'aseh) links courage with action. God's calling provides both authorization and obligation. This anticipates New Testament teaching that God's election results in works prepared beforehand (Ephesians 2:10). Christ supremely fulfilled this as the chosen one who built the true temple through His obedience.