1 Chronicles 29:28

28 He died at a ripe old age, full of days, wealth, and glory. His son Solomon ruled after him.

1 Chronicles 29:28 Meaning and Commentary

1 Chronicles 29:28

And he died in a good old age
Being seventy years of age:

full of days, riches, and honour;
had as much of either of them as he could wish for; and having enough, he sought after, and was taken to the possession of, eternal life, durable riches, and honours, and glory, that fade not away:

and Solomon his son reigned in his stead;
in full power and authority.

1 Chronicles 29:28 In-Context

26 David son of Jesse ruled over all Israel.

27 He was king for forty years. He ruled from Hebron seven years and from Jerusalem thirty-three.

28 He died at a ripe old age, full of days, wealth, and glory. His son Solomon ruled after him.

29 The history of David the king, from start to finish, is written in the chronicles of Samuel the seer, Nathan the prophet, and Gad the seer,

30 including a full account of his rule, his exploits, and the times through which he and Israel and the surrounding kingdoms passed.