Tremble before him, all the earth! The world is established, it cannot be moved.

Give thanks to the Lord! Call on his name! Make known his accomplishments among the nations!

Ascribe to the Lord, O families of the nations, ascribe to the Lord splendor and strength!

Two sons were born to Eber: the first was named Peleg, for during his lifetime the earth was divided; his brother’s name was Joktan.

so it may become a reality and you may gain lasting fame, as people say, ‘The Lord who commands armies is the God of Israel.’ David’s dynasty will be established before you,

David said, “My son Solomon is just an inexperienced young man, and the temple to be built for the Lord must be especially magnificent so it will become famous and be considered splendid by all the nations. Therefore I will make preparations for its construction.” So David made extensive preparations before he died.