Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version But God said to me, ‘You are not to build a house for my Name, because you are a warrior and have shed blood.’ New Living Translation but God said to me, ‘You must not build a Temple to honor my name, for you are a warrior and have shed much blood.’ English Standard Version But God said to me, ‘You may not build a house for my name, for you are a man of war and have shed blood.’ Berean Standard Bible 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.’ Berean Literal Bible And God said to me, ‘You shall not build a house for My name, because you are a man of war, and you have shed blood.’ King James Bible But God said unto me, Thou shalt not build an house for my name, because thou hast been a man of war, and hast shed blood. New King James Version But God said to me, ‘You shall not build a house for My name, because you have been a man of war and have shed blood.’ New American Standard Bible But God said to me, ‘You shall not build a house for My name, because you are a man of war and have shed blood.’ NASB 1995 “But God said to me, ‘You shall not build a house for My name because you are a man of war and have shed blood.’ NASB 1977 “But God said to me, ‘You shall not build a house for My name because you are a man of war and have shed blood.’ Legacy Standard Bible But God said to me, ‘You shall not build a house for My name because you are a man of war and have shed blood.’ Amplified Bible But God said to me, ‘You shall not build a house for My Name (Presence), because you are a man of war and have shed blood.’ Berean Annotated Bible but God {Elohim} said to me, ‘You are not to build a house for My Name, because you are a man of war who has shed blood. Christian Standard Bible but God said to me, ‘You are not to build a house for my name because you are a man of war and have shed blood.’ Holman Christian Standard Bible but God said to me, ‘You are not to build a house for My name because you are a man of war and have shed blood.’” American Standard Version But God said unto me, Thou shalt not build a house for my name, because thou art a man of war, and hast shed blood. Contemporary English Version but the LORD has refused to let me build it, because he said I have killed too many people in battle. English Revised Version But God said unto me, Thou shalt not build an house for my name, because thou art a man of war, and hast shed blood. GOD'S WORD® Translation But God told me, 'You must not build the temple for my name. You have fought wars and caused bloodshed.' Good News Translation but he has forbidden me to do it, because I am a soldier and have shed too much blood. International Standard Version But then God told me, 'You will not build a temple to my name, because you are a man of war, and you have committed bloodshed.' NET Bible But God said to me, 'You must not build a temple to honor me, for you are a warrior and have spilled blood.' New Heart English Bible But God said to me, 'You shall not build a house for my name, because you are a man of war, and have shed blood.' Webster's Bible Translation But God said to me, Thou shalt not build a house for my name, because thou hast been a man of war, and hast shed blood. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Biblebut 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.’ World English Bible But God said to me, ‘You shall not build a house for my name, because you are a man of war and have shed blood.’ Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand God has said to me, You do not build a house for My Name, for you [are] a man of wars, and you have shed blood. Berean Literal Bible And God said to me, ‘You shall not build a house for My name, because you are a man of war, and you have shed blood.’ Young's Literal Translation and God hath said to me, Thou dost not build a house to My name, for a man of wars thou art, and blood thou hast shed. Smith's Literal Translation And God said to me, Thou shalt not build a house to my name, for thou a man of war, and thou didst pour out bloods. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd God said to me: Thou shalt not build a house to my name: because thou art a man of war, and hast shed blood. Catholic Public Domain Version But God said to me: ‘You shall not build a house to my name, because you are a man of war, and have shed blood.’ New American Bible But God said to me, You may not build a house for my name, for you are a man who waged wars and shed blood. New Revised Standard Version But God said to me, ‘You shall not build a house for my name, for you are a warrior and have shed blood.’ Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut the LORD said to me, You shall not build a house for my name because you are a man of war and have shed much blood. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And LORD JEHOVAH said to me: “You shall not build a house for my name, because you are a Warrior and because you are a man who has shed much blood. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917But God said unto me: Thou shalt not build a house for My name, because thou art a man of war, and hast shed blood. Brenton Septuagint Translation but God said, Thou shalt not build me a house to call my name upon it, for thou art a man of war, and hast shed blood. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context David Commissions Solomon…2Then 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, 3but God said to me, ‘You are not to build a house for My Name, because you are a man of war who has spilled blood.’ 4Yet the LORD, the God of Israel, chose me out of all my father’s house to be king over Israel forever. For He chose Judah as leader, and from the house of Judah He chose my father’s household, and from my father’s sons He was pleased to make me king over all Israel.… Cross References but God said to me, 2 Samuel 7:4-5 But that night the word of the LORD came to Nathan, saying, / “Go and tell My servant David that this is what the LORD says: Are you the one to build for Me a house to dwell in? 1 Chronicles 17:4-5 “Go and tell My servant David that this is what the LORD says: You are not the one to build Me a house in which to dwell. / For I have not dwelt in a house from the day I brought Israel up out of Egypt until this day, but I have moved from tent to tent and dwelling to dwelling. 1 Kings 8:18-19 But the LORD said to my father David, ‘Since it was in your heart to build a house for My Name, you have done well to have this in your heart. / Nevertheless, you are not the one to build it; but your son, your own offspring, will build the house for My Name.’ ‘You are not to build a house for My Name, 1 Chronicles 22:10 He is the one who will build a house for My Name. He will be My son, and I will be his Father. And I will establish the throne of his kingdom over Israel forever.’ 1 Chronicles 17:12 He will build a house for Me, and I will establish his throne forever. 2 Samuel 7:13 He will build a house for My Name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever. because you are a man of war 1 Kings 5:3 “As you are well aware, due to the wars waged on all sides against my father David, he could not build a house for the Name of the LORD his God until the LORD had put his enemies under his feet. 1 Samuel 25:28 Please forgive your servant’s offense, for the LORD will surely make a lasting dynasty for my lord, because he fights the LORD’s battles. May no evil be found in you as long as you live. 2 Samuel 8:6 Then he placed garrisons in Aram of Damascus, and the Arameans became subject to David and brought him tribute. So the LORD made David victorious wherever he went. who has shed blood.’ 1 Chronicles 22:8 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. 2 Samuel 12:9 Why then have you despised the command of the LORD by doing evil in His sight? You put Uriah the Hittite to the sword and took his wife as your own. You have slain him with the sword of the Ammonites. 1 Kings 2:5 Moreover, you know what Joab son of Zeruiah did to me—what he did to Abner son of Ner and Amasa son of Jether, the two commanders of the armies of Israel. He killed them in peacetime to avenge the blood of war. He stained with the blood of war the belt around his waist and the sandals on his feet. 2 Samuel 7:5-13 “Go and tell My servant David that this is what the LORD says: Are you the one to build for Me a house to dwell in? / For I have not dwelt in a house from the day I brought the Israelites up out of Egypt until this day, but I have moved about with a tent as My dwelling. / In all My journeys with all the Israelites, have I ever asked any of the leaders I appointed to shepherd My people Israel, ‘Why haven’t you built Me a house of cedar?’ … 1 Kings 8:17-19 Now it was in the heart of my father David to build a house for the Name of the LORD, the God of Israel. / But the LORD said to my father David, ‘Since it was in your heart to build a house for My Name, you have done well to have this in your heart. / Nevertheless, you are not the one to build it; but your son, your own offspring, will build the house for My Name.’ 2 Samuel 7:12-13 And when your days are fulfilled and you rest with your fathers, I will raise up your descendant after you, who will come from your own body, and I will establish his kingdom. / He will build a house for My Name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever. 1 Kings 2:15 “You know that the kingship was mine,” he said. “All Israel expected that I should reign, but the kingship has turned to my brother, for it has come to him from the LORD. Treasury of Scripture But God said to me, You shall not build an house for my name, because you have been a man of war, and have shed blood. Thou shalt 1 Chronicles 17:4 Go and tell David my servant, Thus saith the LORD, Thou shalt not build me an house to dwell in: 1 Chronicles 22:8 But the word of the LORD came to me, saying, Thou hast shed blood abundantly, and hast made great wars: thou shalt not build an house unto my name, because thou hast shed much blood upon the earth in my sight. 2 Samuel 7:5-13 Go and tell my servant David, Thus saith the LORD, Shalt thou build me an house for me to dwell in? … blood [heb] bloods Jump to Previous Blood Build Builder House Life Shed War Warrior WarsJump to Next Blood Build Builder House Life Shed War Warrior Wars1 Chronicles 28 1. David in a solemn assembly having declared God's favor to him, 5. and promise to his son Solomon, exhorts them to fear God 9. He encourages Solomon to build the temple 11. He gives him patterns, gold and silver, etc but God said to me This phrase indicates direct divine communication, emphasizing the personal relationship between God and David. Throughout the Old Testament, God often communicated His will to leaders and prophets, guiding the course of Israel's history. This divine directive underscores the importance of obedience to God's specific plans, as seen in other instances such as God's instructions to Moses and Joshua. ‘You are not to build a house for My Name because you are a man of war who has shed blood Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe King of Israel who desired to build a temple for the Lord. Known for his heart after God, but also for being a warrior king. 2. God The sovereign Lord who communicates His will to David, emphasizing His holiness and the importance of His plans. 3. Solomon David's son, who is chosen by God to build the temple, representing peace and a new era for Israel. 4. The Temple The house intended for God's Name, symbolizing His presence among His people. 5. Jerusalem The city where the temple was to be built, central to Israel's worship and identity. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty in His PlansGod has specific purposes and plans that may differ from our desires. David's heart was in the right place, but God's plan was different. The Role of Peace in God's Work Solomon, a man of peace, was chosen to build the temple, highlighting the importance of peace in fulfilling God's purposes. Understanding Our Role in God's Kingdom Like David, we may have roles that prepare the way for others. Recognizing and accepting our part in God's plan is crucial. The Importance of Holiness The temple was to be a holy place for God's Name. Our lives, as temples of the Holy Spirit, should reflect God's holiness. Trusting God's Timing David had to trust God's timing and plan for the temple. We must also trust God's timing in our lives and ministries. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 28:3?2. Why was David not permitted to build the temple according to 1 Chronicles 28:3? 3. How does 1 Chronicles 28:3 reflect God's sovereignty in choosing temple builders? 4. What does "a man of war" imply about David's disqualification in 1 Chronicles 28:3? 5. How can we discern God's specific roles for us, like David in 1 Chronicles 28:3? 6. What lessons about obedience can we learn from David's response in 1 Chronicles 28:3? 7. Why did God forbid David from building the temple in 1 Chronicles 28:3? 8. How does 1 Chronicles 28:3 reflect God's sovereignty in choosing leaders? 9. What does 1 Chronicles 28:3 reveal about the consequences of violence? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 28? 11. In 1 Chronicles 28:3, why would a God of peace forbid David from building the temple simply because he had shed blood, yet historically use wars and conquests to establish Israel? 12. Why does God prohibit David from building the temple in 2 Samuel 7 yet allow Solomon to do so, raising questions of consistency in divine commands? 13. Why does God forbid David from building the temple in 1 Chronicles 22:8 but never give that explicit reason in the parallel accounts (e.g., 2 Samuel 7)? 14. How can we confirm the temple blueprint in 1 Chronicles 28:11-12 is divine revelation, not human design, based on historical and archaeological evidence of ancient temples? What Does 1 Chronicles 28:3 Mean but God said to meDavid’s address to the leaders of Israel begins with divine initiative, not personal preference (1 Chronicles 28:2). He reminds them that it was the LORD who spoke first: • The same pattern appears in 2 Samuel 7:5-7, where God asks, “Are you the one to build for Me a house?”—showing that the idea of a temple wasn’t man-made but subject to God’s timing. • By stating, “God said,” David affirms prophetic certainty (Psalm 33:9); what follows is non-negotiable. • This also models humble leadership: David, though king, submits when God redirects his plans (Proverbs 19:21). You are not to build a house for My Name The phrase “My Name” speaks of God’s revealed character and manifest presence (Deuteronomy 12:11). A temple would centralize worship and declare God’s glory among the nations (1 Kings 8:41-43). Yet David is told “you are not to build”: • God sometimes says “no” even to righteous desires (James 4:15). • David’s longing to build was commended (1 Kings 8:18-19), but the assignment was reserved for his son. • This underscores that God’s work is bigger than any one person; it moves seamlessly from generation to generation (Psalm 145:4; 1 Chronicles 28:6). because you are a man of war David’s calling involved conquering enemies and securing Israel’s borders (2 Samuel 5:17-25). That military role was God-ordained (Psalm 144:1) and necessary for national security. Still: • A peaceful context best suited the temple’s construction (1 Chronicles 22:9). • God often pairs specific tasks with people whose life stories embody the message—Solomon’s reign of peace would mirror the temple’s purpose as a house of prayer for all nations (Isaiah 56:7). • The contrast highlights distinct seasons in God’s redemptive plan: first warfare to establish the kingdom, then worship to celebrate it. who has shed blood The issue is not that David sinned in battle; many wars were executed at the LORD’s command (1 Samuel 23:2; 2 Samuel 5:19). Yet: • The temple symbolized reconciliation and peace; excessive bloodshed, even when justified, could obscure that symbolism (1 Chronicles 22:8). • God teaches Israel—and us—that His ultimate desire is shalom, fulfilled perfectly in the Prince of Peace (Isaiah 9:6-7; Zechariah 9:9-10). • By assigning the temple to Solomon, God foreshadows the coming Kingdom where swords turn into plowshares (Micah 4:3). summary 1 Chronicles 28:3 reveals a loving boundary: God valued David’s passion but redirected it to keep the temple a monument to peace. David obeyed, gathering materials and organizing workers so Solomon could succeed (1 Chronicles 22:2-5; 29:2-5). The verse challenges us to trust God’s timing, accept His “no” as part of His larger “yes,” and recognize that different callings—warfare and worship—each serve His unchanging plan to dwell among His people. (3) But God said unto me.--The emphasis lies on the word God, which is in direct contrast with the "I--in my heart it was," of 1Chronicles 28:2. (Comp. 1Chronicles 22:8, of which this verse is a summary.)Verse 3. - The contents of this verse are stated, as already seen, even more forcibly in 1 Chronicles 22:8; while far less forcibly in 2 Samuel 7:5; 1 Kings 5:5.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew but Godוְהָאֱלֹהִים֙ (wə·hā·’ĕ·lō·hîm) Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative said אָ֣מַר (’ā·mar) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say to me, לִ֔י (lî) Preposition | first person common singular Strong's Hebrew ‘You are not לֹא־ (lō-) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no to build תִבְנֶ֥ה (ṯiḇ·neh) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 1129: To build a house בַ֖יִת (ḇa·yiṯ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1004: A house for My Name, לִשְׁמִ֑י (liš·mî) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 8034: A name because כִּ֣י (kî) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction you אַ֖תָּה (’at·tāh) Pronoun - second person masculine singular Strong's 859: Thou and thee, ye and you are a man אִ֧ישׁ (’îš) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person of war מִלְחָמ֛וֹת (mil·ḥā·mō·wṯ) Noun - feminine plural Strong's 4421: A battle, war who has spilled שָׁפָֽכְתָּ׃ (šā·p̄ā·ḵə·tā) Verb - Qal - Perfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 8210: To spill forth, to expend, to sprawl out blood.’ וְדָמִ֥ים (wə·ḏā·mîm) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1818: Blood, of man, an animal, the juice of the grape, bloodshed Links 1 Chronicles 28:3 NIV1 Chronicles 28:3 NLT 1 Chronicles 28:3 ESV 1 Chronicles 28:3 NASB 1 Chronicles 28:3 KJV 1 Chronicles 28:3 BibleApps.com 1 Chronicles 28:3 Biblia Paralela 1 Chronicles 28:3 Chinese Bible 1 Chronicles 28:3 French Bible 1 Chronicles 28:3 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Chronicles 28:3 But God said to me You shall (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr) |
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