1 Chronicles 28 - 29

Solomon is formally and publicly given the responsibility to build the temple.  His father, David, carefully lays out the building plan:  love God and follow His directions.  He also gives a detailed blueprint for the temple construction that Solomon would follow meticulously.  The people gave funds to construct the temple; David rejoiced to see what God was continuing to do among the nation; Solomon was anointed as king; and David died and was buried.