What is happening here?
David tells the assembly that Solomon is young and the temple project is great because the palace is for the LORD. David gives from his own treasure in addition to what he had already prepared, and the leaders respond with willing gifts. David praises God as the owner of all greatness, riches, power, and honor, acknowledging that the people only return what came from God’s hand. Solomon is publicly established as king, Zadok as priest, and David dies after a long and honored reign.
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