1 Maccabees 2:57

57 David inherited the throne of the kingdom forever because he was merciful.

1 Maccabees 2:57 In-Context

55 Joshua became a judge in Israel because he fulfilled the command.

56 Caleb received an inheritance in the land because he testified in the assembly.

57 David inherited the throne of the kingdom forever because he was merciful.

58 Elijah was taken up into heaven because he had great zeal for the Law.

59 Hananiah, Azariah, and Mishael believed, and were rescued from the flame.