David Called to the Throne
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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, by solemn rite, 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. The diadem was placed upon his brow,
and the coronation ceremony was over. 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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