Does the promise about Solomon's throne in 2 Samuel 7:13 extend into eternity?
Yes. The promise that God would establish the throne of Solomon's kingdom forever goes beyond human history and continues into eternity, so it operates in the realm of the Spirit. The house Solomon builds has a twofold meaning: the temple and the beginning of the royal family.
Les explains that in 2 Samuel chapter 7, God is speaking to David through the prophet Nathan, and He refers first and foremost to Solomon in verse 13. The promise "I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever" goes beyond human history and on into eternity, so it is in the realm of the Spirit. The statement that Solomon will build a house for God's name has a twofold meaning: he will build the temple in Jerusalem, and he will be the beginning of the royal family. Verse 14 broadens beyond Solomon to the nation, speaking of father and son and of chastening with the rod of men and the stripes of the children of men if iniquity comes. Israel has repeatedly come under God's disciplinary action because of unbelief and sin.
He shall build an house for my name, and I will stablish the throne of his kingdom for ever.
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What were the two meanings of Solomon building a house for God's name in 2 Samuel 7:13?
In 2 Samuel 7:13, Solomon building a house for God's name has two meanings: he builds the Jerusalem temple and he begins the royal family.
What does 'he shall build a house for my name' mean in 2 Samuel 7:13?
The phrase 'he shall build a house for my name' in 2 Samuel 7:13 has a two-fold meaning: Solomon would build the temple in Jerusalem, and he would also be the beginning of the royal family.