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He brought dignity to the festivals, and he adorned the whole cycle of sacred seasons, as they were praising God's holy name, and from early morning the sanctuary resounded.
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The Lord took away David's sins, and he exalted his power forever. He established his kingdom by agreement; and a glorious throne in Israel.
12
After David a well-instructed son arose, and because of David, he enjoyed a large kingdom.
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Solomon reigned at a time of peace. God gave him tranquillity on every side, so that he might build a house for God's name and prepare a sanctuary that would last forever.
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How wise you were in your youth! You were filled like a river with understanding.
Footnotes 1
[a].
Gk he lived in broad places; Heb he lived in security.