Commentaries:
Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown
Also the Lord telleth thee that he will make thee an house--As a reward for his pious purpose, God would increase and maintain the family of David and secure the succession of the throne to his dynasty. [See on 1 Chronicles 17:10].
GOD APPOINTS HIS SUCCESSOR TO BUILD IT. (2 Samuel 7:4-17)
it came to pass that night, that the word of the Lord came unto Nathan--The command was given to the prophet on the night immediately following; that is, before David could either take any measures or incur any expenses.
Other commentary entries containing this verse:
2 Samuel 7:4-17
1 Kings 2:4
1 Kings 8:14
Psalms 89:3-4
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