Let it even be established, that thy name may be magnified for ever, saying, The LORD of hosts is the God of Israel, even a God to Israel: and let the house of David thy servant be established before thee.

1 CHRONICLES 17:24KJV
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1 Chronicles 17:24 (KJV)

What does 1 Chronicles 17:24 mean?

1 Chronicles 17:24 is a prayer asking that God’s name would be honored forever, recognized as the God of Israel, and that the royal family of David would remain secure before God. The verse expresses a desire for God’s reputation and David’s dynasty to be firmly established for all time.

This verse is part of King David’s response to God’s promise that his descendants would rule Israel. David is speaking to God, asking that God’s word about his family line would come true, so that people will always acknowledge the LORD as Israel’s God and see David’s house as chosen by God. The focus is on God’s lasting reputation and the security of David’s royal line.

The Hebrew behind 1 Chronicles 17:24

  • "Established" (אָמַן, 'aman, H539) means to be made firm or reliable. David is asking that God’s promises be made unshakable, highlighting trust in God’s faithfulness.
  • "Magnified" (גָּדַל, gadal, H1431) means to make great or exalt. The request is for God’s name to be lifted up and recognized by all, not just Israel.
  • "LORD" (יְהוָה, YHWH, H3068) and "hosts" (צָבָא, tsava', H6635) together form "the LORD of hosts," a title emphasizing God’s supreme authority over all heavenly and earthly powers.
  • "House" (בַּיִת, bayit, H1004) refers to David’s royal family or dynasty, not just a physical building, underlining the promise of an enduring lineage.

Why 1 Chronicles 17:24 matters

  • This verse clarifies that David’s hope is not just for his own family’s success, but for God’s name to be honored through the fulfillment of God’s promises.
  • The verse connects the future of Israel’s kingship directly to God’s character and faithfulness, showing that the stability of David’s line is meant to point people to God.
  • It highlights the idea that God’s relationship with Israel and the house of David is meant to be a testimony to all nations about who God is.

Where else these words appear

“for” Hebrew H5704 · used in 97 verses

  • Genesis 3:19 In the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread, till thou return unto the ground; for out of it wast thou taken: for dust thou art, and unto dust shalt thou return.
  • 1 Samuel 20:15 But also thou shalt not cut off thy kindness from my house for ever: no, not when the LORD hath cut off the enemies of David every one from the face of the earth.
  • Job 38:11 And said, Hitherto shalt thou come, but no further: and here shall thy proud waves be stayed?

“established” Hebrew H539 · used in 102 verses

  • Genesis 15:6 And he believed in the LORD; and he counted it to him for righteousness.
  • 2 Kings 10:5 And he that was over the house, and he that was over the city, the elders also, and the bringers up of the children, sent to Jehu, saying, We are thy servants, and will do all that thou shalt bid us; we will not make any king: do thou that which is good in thine eyes.
  • Psalms 106:24 Yea, they despised the pleasant land, they believed not his word:

“magnified” Hebrew H1431 · used in 112 verses

  • Genesis 12:2 And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing:
  • 1 Chronicles 22:5 And David said, Solomon my son is young and tender, and the house that is to be builded for the LORD must be exceeding magnifical, of fame and of glory throughout all countries: I will therefore now make preparation for it. So David prepared abundantly before his death.
  • Isaiah 23:4 Be thou ashamed, O Zidon: for the sea hath spoken, even the strength of the sea, saying, I travail not, nor bring forth children, neither do I nourish up young men, nor bring up virgins.