11 Now therefore my son, the Lord shall be with thee, and thou shalt [a]prosper, and thou shalt build an house to the Lord thy God, as he hath spoken of thee.

12 Only the Lord give thee [b]wisdom and understanding, and give thee charge over Israel, even to keep the Law of the Lord thy God.

13 Then thou shalt prosper, if thou take heed to observe the statutes and the judgments which the Lord commanded Moses for Israel: be strong and of good courage: fear not, neither be afraid.

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Footnotes

  1. 1 Chronicles 22:11 He showeth that there can be no prosperity, but when the Lord is with us.
  2. 1 Chronicles 22:12 These are only the means whereby Kings govern their subjects aright, and whereby the Realms do prosper and flourish.

11 “Now, my son, the Lord be with(A) you, and may you have success and build the house of the Lord your God, as he said you would. 12 May the Lord give you discretion and understanding(B) when he puts you in command over Israel, so that you may keep the law of the Lord your God. 13 Then you will have success(C) if you are careful to observe the decrees and laws(D) that the Lord gave Moses for Israel. Be strong and courageous.(E) Do not be afraid or discouraged.

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