1 Kings 11:36 · KJV

"And unto his son will I give one tribe, that David my servant may have a light alway before me in Jerusalem, the city which I have chosen me to put my name there."

King James Version

Passage Context

³⁴Howbeit I will not take the whole kingdom out of his hand: but I will make him prince all the days of his life for David my servant's sake, whom I chose, because he kept my commandments and my statutes:

³⁵But I will take the kingdom out of his son's hand, and will give it unto thee, even ten tribes.

³⁶And unto his son will I give one tribe, that David my servant may have a light alway before me in Jerusalem, the city which I have chosen me to put my name there.

³⁷And I will take thee, and thou shalt reign according to all that thy soul desireth, and shalt be king over Israel.

³⁸And it shall be, if thou wilt hearken unto all that I command thee, and wilt walk in my ways, and do that is right in my sight, to keep my statutes and my commandments, as David my servant did; that I will be with thee, and build thee a sure house, as I built for David, and will give Israel unto thee.

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Reflection Questions

What does it mean to you to have a legacy?

How do you see God's promises in your life?

When have you felt assured of your place in a community?

Life Application

faith

Trust in God's promises for your life and your family.

legacy

Consider how your actions today will impact future generations.

People in This Verse

DavidBoth

The second king of Israel, known for his leadership, poetry, and a heart for God. He is a central figure in both Jewish and Christian traditions.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 16:1

Places in This Verse

Jerusalem(Jerusalem today)

Jerusalem is a historically significant city, central to Jewish identity and worship, chosen by God as a place for His name.

Connection to Jesus

messianic prophecy

This verse highlights God's promise to David, which ultimately points to Jesus as the fulfillment of the Davidic line.

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