The Son of David

Question 1

What in the OT links to Jesus being the son of David?

Answer 1

• “Your throne shall be established forever” 2 Sm 7:16 implies David’s lineage will be established forever
• “I will raise up for David a righteous branch” Jer 23:5 displays how one from David’s royal bloodline will be righteous

Question 2

What in the NT links to Jesus being the son of David?

Answer 2

• “Have mercy on us, son of David” (Two blind men) - Mt 9:27 which is a recognization of Jesus as the righteous one
• “This is the geneology of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham” - Mt 1:1