1 Chronicles 29:26

A Summary of David's Life

26 David son of Jesse was king over all Israel.

1 Chronicles 29:26 Meaning and Commentary

1 Chronicles 29:26

Thus David the son of Jesse reigned over all Israel.
] As before related in this book, and in the second book of Samuel; his reign being long and glorious.

1 Chronicles 29:26 In-Context

24 All the leaders and the mighty men, and all of King David's sons as well, pledged their allegiance to King Solomon.

25 The Lord highly exalted Solomon in the sight of all Israel and bestowed on him such royal majesty as had not been [bestowed] on any king over Israel before him.

26 David son of Jesse was king over all Israel.

27 The length of his reign over Israel was 40 years; he reigned in Hebron for seven years and in Jerusalem for 33.

28 He died at a good old age, full of days, riches, and honor, and his son Solomon became king in his place.