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1 Chronicles 3:1-8:40

The Line of David Remembered

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The Line of David Remembered

1 Chronicles 3:1-8:40

[Verse 1] David's sons born at Hebron are listed in birth order. Solomon's royal line continues through Judah's kings to Josiah. Judah's clans continue through Perez, Shelah, and notable craftsmen. Simeonite leaders expand their settlements and defeat remaining peoples. [Pre-Chorus] The crown looked bright, the burden lay beneath, A throne could shelter life or summon grief. [Chorus] The Line of David Remembered, every crown is weighed, Thrones are raised and royal vows are made. A kingdom stands only where the word remains, For pride can break what wisdom once sustains. [Verse 2] Eastern tribal idolatry later brings Assyrian exile. Levi's genealogy runs through Gershon, Kohath, Merari, and Aaron. The priestly succession continues through Eleazar, Phinehas, Zadok. Levitical cities are assigned among Israel's tribes. [Bridge] Ephraim's line preserves the memory of loss and the birth of Beriah. Joshua the son of Nun appears within Ephraim's descent. Benjamin's families and settlements lead toward Gibeon and Saul. Saul, Jonathan, and their descendants close the tribal record before the monarchy narrative. [Final Chorus] The Line of David Remembered, every crown is weighed, Thrones are raised and royal vows are made. A kingdom stands only where the word remains, For pride can break what wisdom must sustain. [Outro] The crown passed on, the record kept the cost. No throne could hold what disobedience lost.