1 Chronicles 29:28

28 He died when he was very old. He had enjoyed a long life. He had enjoyed wealth and honor. His son Solomon became the next king after him.

1 Chronicles 29:28 Meaning and Commentary

1 Chronicles 29:28

And he died in a good old age
Being seventy years of age:

full of days, riches, and honour;
had as much of either of them as he could wish for; and having enough, he sought after, and was taken to the possession of, eternal life, durable riches, and honours, and glory, that fade not away:

and Solomon his son reigned in his stead;
in full power and authority.

1 Chronicles 29:28 In-Context

26 David was king over the whole nation of Israel. He was the son of Jesse.

27 He ruled over Israel for 40 years. He ruled for seven years in Hebron and for 33 years in Jerusalem.

28 He died when he was very old. He had enjoyed a long life. He had enjoyed wealth and honor. His son Solomon became the next king after him.

29 The events of King David's rule from beginning to end are written down. They are written in the records of the prophets Samuel, Nathan and Gad.

30 The records tell all about David's rule and power. They tell about what happened concerning him and Israel and the kingdoms of all of the other lands.