but then they made a stand in the middle of that area. They defended it and defeated the Philistines; the Lord gave them a great victory.

The people were delighted with their donations, for they contributed to the Lord with a willing attitude; King David was also very happy.

They held a feast before the Lord that day and celebrated. Then they designated Solomon, David’s son, as king a second time; before the Lord they anointed him as ruler and Zadok as priest.

King David said to the entire assembly: “My son Solomon, the one whom God has chosen, is just an inexperienced young man, and the task is great, for this palace is not for man, but for the Lord God.