1 Chroniques - Caput 22

1 Chroniques 22.1 dixitque David haec est domus Dei et hoc altare in holocaustum Israhel 1 Chroniques 22.2 et praecepit ut congregarentur omnes proselyti de terra Israhel et constituit ex eis latomos ad caedendos lapides et poliendos ut aedificaretur domus Dei 1 Chroniques 22.3 ferrum quoque plurimum ad clavos ianuarum et ad commissuras atque iuncturas praeparavit David et aeris pondus innumerabile 1 Chroniques 22.4 ligna quoque cedrina non poterant aestimari quae Sidonii et Tyrii deportaverant ad David 1 Chroniques 22.5 et dixit David Salomon filius meus puer parvulus est et delicatus domus autem quam aedificari volo Domino talis esse debet ut in cunctis regionibus nominetur praeparabo ergo ei necessaria et ob hanc causam ante mortem suam omnes paravit inpensas 1 Chroniques 22.6 vocavitque Salomonem filium suum et praecepit ei ut aedificaret domum Domino Deo Israhel 1 Chroniques 22.7 dixitque David ad Salomonem fili mi voluntatis meae fuit ut aedificarem domum nomini Domini Dei mei 1 Chroniques 22.8 sed factus est ad me sermo Domini dicens multum sanguinem effudisti et plurima bella bellasti non poteris aedificare domum nomini meo tanto effuso sanguine coram me 1 Chroniques 22.9 filius qui nascetur tibi et erit vir quietissimus faciam enim eum requiescere ab omnibus inimicis suis per circuitum et ob hanc causam pacificus vocabitur et pacem et otium dabo in Israhel cunctis diebus eius 1 Chroniques 22.10 ipse aedificabit domum nomini meo et ipse erit mihi in filium et ego ero ei in patrem firmaboque solium regni eius super Israhel in aeternum 1 Chroniques 22.11 nunc ergo fili mi sit Dominus tecum et prosperare et aedifica domum Domino Deo tuo sicut locutus est de te 1 Chroniques 22.12 det quoque tibi Dominus prudentiam et sensum ut regere possis Israhel et custodire legem Domini Dei tui 1 Chroniques 22.13 tunc enim proficere poteris si custodieris mandata et iudicia quae praecepit Dominus Mosi ut doceret Israhel confortare viriliter age ne timeas neque paveas 1 Chroniques 22.14 ecce ego in paupertatula mea praeparavi inpensas domus Domini auri talenta centum milia et argenti mille milia talentorum aeris vero et ferri non est pondus vincitur enim numerus magnitudine ligna et lapides praeparavi ad universa inpendia 1 Chroniques 22.15 habes quoque plurimos artifices latomos et cementarios artificesque lignorum et omnium artium ad faciendum opus prudentissimos 1 Chroniques 22.16 in auro et argento aere et ferro cuius non est numerus surge igitur et fac et erit Dominus tecum 1 Chroniques 22.17 praecepit quoque David cunctis principibus Israhel ut adiuvarent Salomonem filium suum 1 Chroniques 22.18 cernitis inquiens quod Dominus Deus vester vobiscum sit et dederit vobis requiem per circuitum et tradiderit omnes inimicos in manu vestra et subiecta sit terra coram Domino et coram populo eius 1 Chroniques 22.19 praebete igitur corda vestra et animas vestras ut quaeratis Dominum Deum vestrum et consurgite et aedificate sanctuarium Domino Deo ut introducatur arca foederis Domini et vasa Domino consecrata in domum quae aedificatur nomini Domini

1 Chroniques : Caput 22

David's Preparations for the Temple

Chapter 22 of the book of 1 Chronicles offers us valuable insight into David's efforts to build the Temple. How does a leader plan for the future? This foundational text illustrates the steps David took to gather the necessary materials and entrust his son Solomon with the sacred task of building the Temple. This chapter addresses essential themes such as visionary leadership, succession, and dedication to God.

The Importance of Following the Commandments

David emphasizes not only the importance of following God's commandments, but also the need to seek wisdom in all decisions. This passage reveals David's heart, eager to worship God and leave a strong spiritual legacy for future generations.

Themes Correlated with 1 Chronicles 22

Let's consider together five biblical passages that resonate deeply with the central themes of this edifying chapter:

1. 1 Kings 5:3

"You know that because of the wars my father David faced on every side, he was unable to build a temple for the name of the Lord his God until the Lord had put his enemies under his feet." This verse offers a complementary perspective on the reasons that prevented David from building the Temple, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 22.

2. 2 Samuel 7:12-13

"When your days are fulfilled and you lie down with your ancestors, I will choose one of your sons, one of your own body, to succeed you, and I will establish his kingdom. He will build a temple for my name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever." This promise from God to David motivates David's preparations for the Temple in 1 Chronicles 22.

3. Proverbs 24:27

"First finish your work in the fields and prepare everything on your property. Then build your house." This proverb illustrates the wisdom of David, who made sure to make extensive preparations for the Temple before its construction.

4. Haggai 1:8

"Go up to the mountains, bring wood, and rebuild the temple, that I may delight in it and be glorified, says the Lord." Although this verse later discusses the importance of building materials for the Temple, it echoes the teaching of 1 Chronicles 22.

5. 1 Peter 2:5

"You also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to become a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ." This New Testament passage offers a spiritual interpretation of the Temple, based on the physical concept described in 1 Chronicles 22.

Thus, David's preparation for the Temple invites us to reflect on our own dedication and commitment to God, encouraging us to build a spiritual life that honors our Creator.