2 Samuel 7:14

I will be his father and he shall be my son The nation of Israel is honoured with the lofty title of "Jehovah's son" (Exodus 4:22; Deuteronomy 14:1; Hosea 11:1); and the king, as the representative of the nation, enjoys the same distinction. This relationship implies, on the part of God, the watchful care and love of a parent; on the part of the king, the duty of loyal trust and willing obedience. Cp. Psalms 89:26-27, where similar expressions are applied to David; Psalms 2:7; and 1 Chronicles 22:9-10; 1 Chronicles 28:6, where David quotes this promise in reference to Solomon. It finds its highest fulfilment in the mysterious eternal relationship between God the Father and Christ the Son, with reference to which these words are quoted in Hebrews 1:5. See Introd. p. 43.

If he commit, &c. A warning that this high dignity will not exempt him from the danger of sin nor from its punishment. He will be chastised, if need be, as men chastise their children to correct and reclaim them. Cp. Psalms 89:30-33, and 1Ki 11:34-36; 1 Kings 11:39.