What was the specific promise God made to David through the prophet Nathan in 2 Samuel 7?
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Correct answer: God would establish David's kingdom forever
This is known as the Davidic Covenant. God told David that while he would not build the Temple (his son would), God would build David a 'house' or dynasty that would endure forever.
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