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Matthew 1:6

King James Version (KJV)

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Matthew 1:6

Verse 6 of 25

Scripture focus

And Jesse begat David the king; and David the king begat Solomon of her [that had been the wife] of Urias;

Matthew 1:6 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Matthew 1:6

Exegetical

David the king. Even under the Hebrew monarchy the government of Israel was, in principle at least, a theocracy (DA 737, 738; see Vol. IV, p. 27). As supreme Ruler, God sought to direct national policy through His ambassadors, the prophets. David was responsive to divine leadership and sought to maintain a spirit of true humility before the Lord. When reproved for an evil course of action, he manifested an attitude of genuine repentance. He acknowledged his guilt, sought forgiveness, and set out anew to obey the voice of the Lord (2 Sam. 12:1-13; 24:10, 17; Ps. 51:4, 10, 11; etc.). It was David’s contrition of heart that made it possible for God to exalt and prosper him (see 1 Kings 3:6; 8:25; Isa. 57:15; Micah 6:8).

Solomon. The second son of Bath-sheba, born after David’s sincere repentance and forgiveness (2 Sam. 12:13-24; 1 Kings 1:11-40).