1 Chronicles 29:26-28

New International Reader's Version

David Dies

²⁶David was king over the whole nation of Israel. He was the son of Jesse. ²⁷He ruled over Israel for 40 years. He ruled for seven years in Hebron and for 33 years in Jerusalem. ²⁸He died when he was very old. He had enjoyed a long life. He had enjoyed wealth and honor. David’s son Solomon became the next king after him.

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1 Chronicles 29:26-28

New International Version

The Death of David^(A)

²⁶David son of Jesse was king^(B) over all Israel.^(C) ²⁷He ruled over Israel forty years—seven in Hebron^(D) and thirty-three in Jerusalem.^(E) ²⁸He died^(F) at a good old age, having enjoyed long life, wealth and honor. His son Solomon succeeded him as king.^(G)