I Chronicles 29:28
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He died at a ripe old age, full of years, riches, and honor, and his son Solomon reigned in his place.
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With all his reign and his might,.... The whole of it, and the mighty valiant acts done by him, the battles he fought, and the victories he obtained: and the times that went over him, and over Israel, and all the kingdoms of the countries; things that were done in his time in Israel, and in the nations round about subdued by him, as Moab, Ammon, Syria, and Philistia. Next: 2 Chronicles Introduction
Open source ↗David has said what he had to say to Solomon. But he had something more to say to the congregation before he parted with them. I. He pressed them to contribute, according to their ability, towards the building and furnishing of the temple (Ch1 29:1-5). II. They made their presents accordingly with great generosity (Ch1 29:6-9). III. David offered up solemn prayers and praises to God upon that occasion (Ch1 29:10-20), with sacrifices (Ch1 29:21, Ch1 29:22). IV. Solomon was hereupon enthroned, with great joy and magnificence (Ch1 29:23-25). V. David, soon after this finished his course (Ch1 29:26-30). And it is hard to say which shines brighter here, the setting sun or the rising sun.
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You, however, will go to your fathers in peace and be buried at a ripe old age.
For when David had served God’s purpose in his own generation, he fell asleep. His body was buried with his fathers and saw decay.
You will come to the grave in full vigor, like a sheaf of grain gathered in season.
When David was old and full of years, he installed his son Solomon as king over Israel.
And at a ripe old age he breathed his last and died, old and contented, and was gathered to his people.
Then he breathed his last and died and was gathered to his people, old and full of years. And his sons Esau and Jacob buried him.
Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is attained along the path of righteousness.