2 Samuel 7:29 Meaning
Therefore now let it please thee to bless the house of thy servant, that it may continue for ever before thee: for thou, O Lord GOD, hast spoken it: and with thy blessing let the house of thy servant be blessed for ever.
Context Explained
27For thou, O LORD of hosts, God of Israel, hast revealed to thy servant, saying, I will build thee an house: therefore hath thy servant found in his heart to pray this prayer unto thee.
28And now, O Lord GOD, thou art that God, and thy words be true, and thou hast promised this goodness unto thy servant:
29Therefore now let it please thee to bless the house of thy servant, that it may continue for ever before thee: for thou, O Lord GOD, hast spoken it: and with thy blessing let the house of thy servant be blessed for ever.
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Related Cross References
Psalm 89:36-37
This psalm speaks of God's promise to David's lineage, fulfilled in Christ.
Romans 11:29
This verse discusses the irrevocable nature of God's gifts and calling, similar to David's blessing.
Revelation 22:16
Jesus is referred to as the root of David, linking back to God's promise to David.
Source: 2 Samuel 7:29