Preparations for Worship 1 When David got to be an old man, he made his son Solomon king over Israel. 2-5 At the same time he brought together all the…

1-5 The family of Aaron was grouped as follows: Aaron’s sons were Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar. Nadab and Abihu died before their father and left no sons. So Eleazar…

The Musicians for Worship 1-7 Next David and the worship leaders selected some from the family of Asaph, Heman, and Jeduthun for special service in preaching and music. Here is…

The Security Guards 1-11 The teams of security guards were from the family of Korah: Meshelemiah son of Kore (one of the sons of Asaph). Meshelemiah’s sons were Zechariah, the…

Military Organization 1 Here is the listing of the sons of Israel by family heads, commanders and captains, and other officers who served the king in everything military. Army divisions…

David’s Valedictory Address 1 David called together all the leaders of Israel—tribal administrators, heads of various governmental operations, military commanders and captains, stewards in charge of the property and livestock…

They Get Ready to Build 1-5 Then David the king addressed the congregation: “My son Solomon was singled out and chosen by God to do this. But he’s young and…

King Solomon 1-6 Solomon son of David took a firm grip on the reins of his kingdom.Godwas with him and gave him much help. Solomon addressed all Israel—the commanders and…

The Temple Construction Begins 1 Solomon gave orders to begin construction on the house of worship in honor ofGodand a palace for himself. 2 Solomon assigned seventy thousand common laborers,…

1-4 So Solomon broke ground, launched construction of the house ofGodin Jerusalem on Mount Moriah, the place whereGodhad appeared to his father David. The precise site, the threshing floor of…