And David perceived that the LORD had established him king over Israel, and that he had exalted his kingdom for his people Israel’s sake.
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Interpretation
David's house was not the worse, nor the less fit to be dedicated to God, for being built by the sons of the stranger. It is prophesied of the gospel church, The sons of strangers shall build up your walls, and their kings shall minister to you, Isa 60:10 .
Glossary
- David Person
- Beloved, the eighth and youngest son of Jesse, a citizen of Bethlehem. His father seems to have been a man in humble life. His mother’s name is not recorded. Some think she was the Nahash of 2 Sam. 17:25 .