Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version For David had said, “Since the LORD, the God of Israel, has granted rest to his people and has come to dwell in Jerusalem forever, New Living Translation For David said, “The LORD, the God of Israel, has given us peace, and he will always live in Jerusalem. English Standard Version For David said, “The LORD, the God of Israel, has given rest to his people, and he dwells in Jerusalem forever. Berean Standard Bible For David had said, “The LORD, the God of Israel, has given rest to His people and has come to dwell in Jerusalem forever. Berean Literal Bible For David said, “YHWH, God of Israel, has given rest to His people, that they may dwell in Jerusalem even to forever.” King James Bible For David said, The LORD God of Israel hath given rest unto his people, that they may dwell in Jerusalem for ever: New King James Version For David said, “The LORD God of Israel has given rest to His people, that they may dwell in Jerusalem forever”; New American Standard Bible For David said, “The LORD God of Israel has given rest to His people, and He dwells in Jerusalem forever. NASB 1995 For David said, “The LORD God of Israel has given rest to His people, and He dwells in Jerusalem forever. NASB 1977 For David said, “The LORD God of Israel has given rest to His people, and He dwells in Jerusalem forever. Legacy Standard Bible For David said, “Yahweh, the God of Israel, has given rest to His people, and He dwells in Jerusalem forever. Amplified Bible For David said, “The LORD God of Israel, has given peace and rest to His people, and He dwells in Jerusalem forever. Berean Annotated Bible For David (beloved) had said, “The LORD, the God {YHWH Elohe} of Israel (he wrestles with God), has given rest to His people and has come to dwell in Jerusalem (city of peace) forever. Christian Standard Bible For David said, “The LORD God of Israel has given rest to his people, and he has come to stay in Jerusalem forever. Holman Christian Standard Bible For David said, “The LORD God of Israel has given rest to His people, and He has come to stay in Jerusalem forever. American Standard Version For David said, Jehovah, the God of Israel, hath given rest unto his people; and he dwelleth in Jerusalem for ever: Contemporary English Version David said: The LORD God of Israel has given his people peace, and he will live in Jerusalem forever. English Revised Version For David said, The LORD, the God of Israel, hath given rest unto his people; and he dwelleth in Jerusalem for ever: GOD'S WORD® Translation David had said, "The LORD God of Israel has given his people rest. He will now live in Jerusalem forever. Good News Translation David said, "The LORD God of Israel has given peace to his people, and he himself will live in Jerusalem forever. International Standard Version For David had said "The LORD God of Israel has granted rest to his people, and he has taken Israel as his eternal residence. NET Bible For David said, "The LORD God of Israel has given his people rest and has permanently settled in Jerusalem. New Heart English Bible For David said, "The LORD, the God of Israel, has given rest to his people; and he dwells in Jerusalem forever. Webster's Bible Translation For David said, The LORD God of Israel hath given rest to his people, that they may dwell in Jerusalem for ever; Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleFor David had said, “The LORD, the God of Israel, has given rest to His people and has come to dwell in Jerusalem forever. World English Bible For David said, “Yahweh, the God of Israel, has given rest to his people; and he dwells in Jerusalem forever. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionfor David said, “YHWH, God of Israel, has given rest to His people, and He dwells in Jerusalem for all time”; Berean Literal Bible For David said, “YHWH, God of Israel, has given rest to His people, that they may dwell in Jerusalem even to forever.” Young's Literal Translation for David said, 'Jehovah, God of Israel, hath given rest to His people, and He doth tabernacle in Jerusalem unto the age;' Smith's Literal Translation For David said, Jehovah God of Israel caused rest to his people, and they will dwell in Jerusalem forever; Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleFor David said: The Lord the God of Israel hath given rest to his people, and a habitation in Jerusalem for ever. Catholic Public Domain Version For David said: “The Lord, the God of Israel, has given rest to his people, and a habitation in Jerusalem even unto eternity. New American Bible David said: “The LORD, the God of Israel, has given rest to his people, and has taken up his dwelling in Jerusalem forever. New Revised Standard Version For David said, “The LORD, the God of Israel, has given rest to his people; and he resides in Jerusalem forever. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor David said, The LORD God of Israel has given rest to his people, and he dwells in Jerusalem for ever; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Because David said: ”THE LORD OF LORDS has given rest to Israel his people, and he dwells in Jerusalem from now and until eternity! OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917For David said: 'The LORD, the God of Israel, hath given rest unto His people, and He dwelleth in Jerusalem for ever; Brenton Septuagint Translation For David said, The Lord God of Israel has given rest to his people, and has taken up his abode in Jerusalem for ever. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Levite Duties Revised24These were the descendants of Levi by their families—the heads of families, registered individually by name—those twenty years of age or older who worked in the service of the house of the LORD. 25For David had said, “The LORD, the God of Israel, has given rest to His people and has come to dwell in Jerusalem forever. 26So now the Levites no longer need to carry the tabernacle or any of the articles for its service.”… Cross References For David had said, 1 Chronicles 22:7-10 “My son,” said David to Solomon, “it was in my heart to build a house for the Name of the LORD my God, / but this word of the LORD came to me: ‘You have shed much blood and waged great wars. You are not to build a house for My Name because you have shed so much blood on the ground before Me. / But a son will be born to you who will be a man of rest. I will give him rest from all his enemies on every side; for his name will be Solomon, and I will grant to Israel peace and quiet during his reign. … 1 Chronicles 28:2-3 Then King David rose to his feet and said, “Listen to me, my brothers and my people. It was in my heart to build a house as a resting place for the ark of the covenant of the LORD and as a footstool for our God. I had made preparations to build it, / but God said to me, ‘You are not to build a house for My Name, because you are a man of war who has shed blood.’ 2 Samuel 7:2-5 he said to Nathan the prophet, “Here I am, living in a house of cedar, while the ark of God remains in a tent.” / And Nathan replied to the king, “Go and do all that is in your heart, for the LORD is with you.” / But that night the word of the LORD came to Nathan, saying, … “The LORD, the God of Israel, 2 Samuel 7:27-29 For You, O LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, have revealed this to Your servant when You said, ‘I will build a house for you.’ Therefore Your servant has found the courage to offer this prayer to You. / And now, O Lord GOD, You are God! Your words are true, and You have promised this goodness to Your servant. / Now therefore, may it please You to bless the house of Your servant, that it may continue forever before You. For You, O Lord GOD, have spoken, and with Your blessing the house of Your servant will be blessed forever.” 1 Kings 8:23 and said: “O LORD, God of Israel, there is no God like You in heaven above or on earth below, keeping Your covenant of loving devotion with Your servants who walk before You with all their hearts. 2 Chronicles 6:14 and said: “O LORD, God of Israel, there is no God like You in heaven or on earth, keeping Your covenant of loving devotion with Your servants who walk before You with all their hearts. has given rest to His people Joshua 21:44 And the LORD gave them rest on every side, just as He had sworn to their fathers. None of their enemies could stand against them, for the LORD delivered all their enemies into their hand. 2 Samuel 7:1 After the king had settled into his palace and the LORD had given him rest from all his enemies around him, 1 Kings 5:4 But now the LORD my God has given me rest on every side, and there is no adversary or crisis. and has come to dwell in Jerusalem forever.” Zechariah 8:3 This is what the LORD says: “I will return to Zion and dwell in Jerusalem. Then Jerusalem will be called the City of Truth, and the mountain of the LORD of Hosts will be called the Holy Mountain.” Psalm 132:13-14 For the LORD has chosen Zion; He has desired it for His home: / “This is My resting place forever and ever; here I will dwell, for I have desired this home. 2 Chronicles 6:6 But now I have chosen Jerusalem for My Name to be there, and I have chosen David to be over My people Israel.’ 2 Samuel 7:10 And I will provide a place for My people Israel and will plant them so that they may dwell in a place of their own and be disturbed no more. No longer will the sons of wickedness oppress them as they did at the beginning 1 Kings 8:13 I have indeed built You an exalted house, a place for You to dwell forever.” 1 Kings 8:56 “Blessed be the LORD, who has given rest to His people Israel according to all that He promised. Not one word has failed of all the good promises He made through His servant Moses. 2 Chronicles 6:41 Now therefore, arise, O LORD God, and enter Your resting place, You and the ark of Your might. May Your priests, O LORD God, be clothed with salvation, and may Your godly ones rejoice in goodness. Treasury of Scripture For David said, The LORD God of Israel has given rest to his people, that they may dwell in Jerusalem for ever: The Lord 1 Chronicles 22:18 Is not the LORD your God with you? and hath he not given you rest on every side? for he hath given the inhabitants of the land into mine hand; and the land is subdued before the LORD, and before his people. 2 Samuel 7:1,11 And it came to pass, when the king sat in his house, and the LORD had given him rest round about from all his enemies; … that they may dwell in Jerusalem. 1 Kings 8:13,27 I have surely built thee an house to dwell in, a settled place for thee to abide in for ever… Psalm 9:11 Sing praises to the LORD, which dwelleth in Zion: declare among the people his doings. Psalm 68:16,18 Why leap ye, ye high hills? this is the hill which God desireth to dwell in; yea, the LORD will dwell in it for ever… Jump to Previous Age David Dwell Dwelleth Dwells Forever Granted Israel Jerusalem Peace Rest Resting-PlaceJump to Next Age David Dwell Dwelleth Dwells Forever Granted Israel Jerusalem Peace Rest Resting-Place1 Chronicles 23 1. David in his old age makes Solomon king2. The number and distribution of the Levites 7. The families of the Gershonites 12. The sons of Kohath 21. The sons of Merari 24. The office of the Levites For David had said David, as the king of Israel, often spoke with authority and divine insight. His words here reflect his role as a prophet and leader who communicated God's will to the people. This statement is part of David's preparations for the temple service, as he organized the Levites and priests for their duties. David's declarations often carried weight, as seen in other instances where he spoke of God's promises and plans (e.g., 2 Samuel 7:12-16). The LORD, the God of Israel has given rest to His people and has come to dwell in Jerusalem forever Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe second king of Israel, known for his heart for God and his role in establishing Jerusalem as the political and spiritual center of Israel. 2. The LORD (Yahweh) The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal presence and faithfulness to Israel. 3. Israel The chosen people of God, whom He delivered from Egypt and established in the Promised Land. 4. Jerusalem The city chosen by God as the dwelling place for His name and the location of the temple. 5. Rest A state of peace and security, symbolizing God's provision and fulfillment of His promises to Israel. Teaching Points God's FaithfulnessGod's promise to dwell with His people is a testament to His unwavering faithfulness. Just as He provided rest for Israel, He offers spiritual rest to believers today through Jesus Christ. The Significance of Jerusalem Jerusalem holds a central place in God's redemptive plan. Understanding its historical and spiritual significance can deepen our appreciation for God's unfolding plan of salvation. Rest in God True rest is found in God's presence. In a world full of turmoil, believers are called to seek and find peace in their relationship with God. The Eternal Nature of God's Promises God's promises are not bound by time. His commitment to dwell with His people is as relevant today as it was in David's time. Our Role in God's Plan Like David, we are called to recognize and participate in God's work. Understanding our place in His plan can inspire us to live faithfully and purposefully. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 23:25?2. How does 1 Chronicles 23:25 highlight the importance of God's dwelling in Jerusalem? 3. What role did David play in establishing worship according to 1 Chronicles 23:25? 4. How does 1 Chronicles 23:25 connect to God's promises to Israel in Exodus? 5. How can we prioritize God's presence in our lives like David did? 6. What lessons from 1 Chronicles 23:25 can we apply to modern church leadership? 7. What does 1 Chronicles 23:25 reveal about God's promise to Israel's rest and dwelling place? 8. How does 1 Chronicles 23:25 reflect the transition from tabernacle to temple worship? 9. Why is David's role significant in the context of 1 Chronicles 23:25? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 23? 11. Could the chronicler have exaggerated details to elevate David’s religious reforms, raising questions about the historical reliability of 1 Chronicles 23? 12. (2 Chronicles 17:3-4) How can Jehoshaphat be said to walk in David's ways without referencing David's well-documented moral failures in earlier narratives? 13. 2 Kings 18:5-6 - How can we verify Hezekiah's unprecedented devotion when other kings are also praised elsewhere? 14. If God's promise in 2 Samuel 7:16 is 'forever,' why does the monarchy disappear from Israel's recorded history? What Does 1 Chronicles 23:25 Mean For David had said• The writer roots this statement in King David’s own words, grounding the promise in history (see 2 Samuel 7:1; 1 Kings 8:17). • David, the “sweet psalmist of Israel,” speaks with the authority of a prophet whose record is preserved for our instruction (Acts 2:30). • Because these words come from David, Israel’s shepherd-king, they carry pastoral assurance as well as royal decree. The LORD, the God of Israel, • David points to “the LORD” (Yahweh), underscoring the covenant name revealed to Moses (Exodus 3:14-15). • By adding “the God of Israel,” he reminds the people of their unique relationship established through Abraham (Genesis 17:7-8) and reaffirmed at Sinai (Exodus 19:5-6). • The same God who led them out of Egypt (Deuteronomy 6:12) remains actively involved with them now. has given rest to His people • “Rest” echoes the promise first announced by Moses (Deuteronomy 12:10) and realized under Joshua (Joshua 21:44). • David sees a fuller expression of that rest as the nation’s enemies are subdued (2 Samuel 7:11). • This rest is physical—peace from war (1 Chronicles 22:9)—and spiritual—security in covenant fellowship (Psalm 62:1). • The theme anticipates the ultimate rest offered in Christ (Hebrews 4:8-10), showing continuity in God’s plan. and has come to dwell in Jerusalem • With the ark brought to Zion (2 Samuel 6:17), David recognizes Jerusalem as the divinely chosen dwelling place (Psalm 132:13-14). • God’s presence, once signified by the tabernacle in the wilderness (Exodus 25:8), now centers in the capital city, preparing the way for Solomon’s temple (1 Kings 8:10-11). • The phrase highlights God’s nearness—He is not distant but chooses to live among His people (Leviticus 26:11-12). forever • “Forever” reflects the permanence of God’s commitment (Psalm 125:2). • Though the earthly temple would later be destroyed, the promise points beyond its physical structure to God’s unending reign (Isaiah 9:7) and the future messianic kingdom (Luke 1:32-33). • Revelation 21:3 pictures the ultimate fulfillment: “Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man.” summary David’s declaration in 1 Chronicles 23:25 assures Israel that the covenant God has granted them peace, chosen Jerusalem as His home, and committed Himself to them eternally. The verse ties together past promises, present security, and future hope, inviting believers today to rest in the same faithful presence and everlasting reign of the Lord. (25) For David said.--This verse seems to assign a reason for the extension of the Levitical census.The Lord . . . hath given rest unto his people.--So that they no longer wander from pasture to pasture in the wilderness, nor are any more oppressed by foreign tyrants as in the days of the judges. That they may dwell.--Rather, And He (the Lord) hath settled in Jerusalem for ever. (Comp. 1Chronicles 17:5, "I have gone from tent to tent.") Now Jehovah has chosen Zion to be His eternal dwelling-place (Psalm 132:13.) Verse 25. - For David said. The "for" of this clause cannot be supposed to account exclusively for the inclusion in the census of Levites beginning from the age of twenty years; it accounts no doubt for the whole proceeding. Since there would be no more journeyings for people, for buildings, or for sacred vessels, it was nosy fully time to organize religious duty and "the service of the house of God" in a manner adapted to permanent institutions. In order to this, the first step was to know and to arrange the number of those who were answerable for sacred duties.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Forכִּ֚י (kî) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction David דָּוִ֔יד (dā·wîḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse had said, אָמַ֣ר (’ā·mar) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “The LORD, יְהוָ֥ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel the God אֱלֹהֵֽי־ (’ĕ·lō·hê-) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative of Israel, יִשְׂרָאֵ֖ל (yiś·rā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc has given rest הֵנִ֛יחַ (hê·nî·aḥ) Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5117: To rest, settle down to His people לְעַמּ֑וֹ (lə·‘am·mōw) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock and has come to dwell וַיִּשְׁכֹּ֥ן (way·yiš·kōn) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7931: To settle down, abide, dwell in Jerusalem בִּירוּשָׁלִַ֖ם (bî·rū·šā·lim) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3389: Jerusalem -- probably 'foundation of peace', capital city of all Israel forever. עַד־ (‘aḏ-) Preposition Strong's 5704: As far as, even to, up to, until, while Links 1 Chronicles 23:25 NIV1 Chronicles 23:25 NLT 1 Chronicles 23:25 ESV 1 Chronicles 23:25 NASB 1 Chronicles 23:25 KJV 1 Chronicles 23:25 BibleApps.com 1 Chronicles 23:25 Biblia Paralela 1 Chronicles 23:25 Chinese Bible 1 Chronicles 23:25 French Bible 1 Chronicles 23:25 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Chronicles 23:25 For David said Yahweh the God (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr) |
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