David at Last Crowned King
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man by his fellowman. Priests and elders, officers and soldiers with
glittering spear and helmet, and strangers from long distances, stood
to witness the coronation.
David was arrayed in the royal robe. The sacred oil was put upon
his brow by the high priest, for the anointing by Samuel had been
prophetic of what would take place at the inauguration of the king.
The time had come, and David was consecrated to his office as God’s
vicegerent. The scepter was placed in his hands. The covenant of his
righteous sovereignty was written, and the people gave their pledges
of loyalty. Israel had a king by divine appointment.
He who had waited patiently for the Lord, beheld the promise of
God fulfilled. “And David went on, and grew great, and the Lord God
of hosts was with him.”
2 Samuel 5:10
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