1 Chronicles 29:26

David’s Reign and Death

26 David son of Jesse was king over all Israel. ¹

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 officials and mighty men, as well as all of King David’s sons, pledged their allegiance to King Solomon.

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

26 David son of Jesse was king over all Israel.

27 The length of David’s reign over Israel was forty years—seven years in Hebron and thirty-three years in Jerusalem.

28 He died at a ripe old age, full of years, riches, and honor, and his son Solomon reigned in his place.

Cross References

• 1. (1 Kings 2:10–12)