The Lord hath sworn in truth unto David (comp. Psalms 89:3, Psalms 89:35). He will not turn from it. So it is said of another Divine oath, "The Lord sware, and will not repent" (Psalms 110:4). Of the fruit of thy body will I set upon thy throne (see 2 Samuel 7:12; Acts 2:30).
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Psalms 132:11
The Pulpit Commentary on Psalms 132:11
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