2 Samuel 7:12 is studied here as a Biblical passage first: in its immediate King James context, through its recurring metaphysical themes, and through source-grounded readings preserved in Neville Goddard's lectures and books.
And when thy days be fulfilled, and thou shalt sleep with thy fathers, I will set up thy seed after thee, which shall proceed out of thy bowels, and I will establish his kingdom.
Read the Passage in Context
- 2 Samuel 7:11 And as since the time that I commanded judges to be over my people Israel, and have caused thee to rest from all thine enemies. Also the LORD telleth thee that he will make thee an house.
- 2 Samuel 7:12 And when thy days be fulfilled, and thou shalt sleep with thy fathers, I will set up thy seed after thee, which shall proceed out of thy bowels, and I will establish his kingdom.
- 2 Samuel 7:13 He shall build an house for my name, and I will stablish the throne of his kingdom for ever.
Open 2 Samuel 7:12 in the YHWSA Bible workspace for the complete chapter, word tools, notes, and comparisons.
Key Metaphysical Themes
- David
- Son Of God
- Fatherhood Of God
- Mystical Experience
- Fatherhood
- Spiritual Journey
- Divine Plan
- Spiritual Birth
- Unity
- Spiritualization
- Son Of Man
- Promise
Neville’s Reading in A Divine Event
This prophecy refers to the spiritual son, David, who emerges from within the individual, confirming their identity as the Father in a profound mystical experience.
In the Book of Samuel we read: "When you lie down with your fathers I will raise up after you your son, who will come forth from your body. I will be his father and he shall be my son."
Source: A Divine Event
Neville’s Reading in All That You Behold
This prophecy refers to the individual's spiritual journey, where 'your son' is humanity (David) that emerges from within, revealing the individual as its Father, signifying the completion of the divine plan.
You are told: 'When your days are fulfilled and you lie down with your fathers, I will raise up your son after you, who will come forth from your body. I will be his father and he shall be my son.'
Source: All That You Behold
Neville’s Reading in An Assured Understanding
This prophecy, seemingly about David's physical son, is metaphysically interpreted as the individual's own spiritual son (humanity personified as David) emerging from their being, who then recognizes the individual as God the Father, revealing the ultimate unity of Father and Son.
for the Lord, speaking through his prophet Samuel, told you that when you are gathered together and lie down with your fathers, “I will raise up your son after you who shall come forth from your body. I will be his Father and he shall be my son.” Coming out of your body, he seems to be your son, but he is the one who is made to say: “My Father is he who you call God, for I know my Father, as he and I are one.”
Source: An Assured Understanding
Neville’s Reading in Christ Unveiled
This prophecy to David is spiritualized to mean that God will raise up a son from humanity (David's body), who will also be God's son, thus embodying both the Son of Man and Son of God, a promise for all humanity.
“And the Lord said unto me - the Lord of Hosts O go to my servant David and say to David, ‘When your days are fulfilled and you lie down with your fathers, I will raise up your son after you, who shall come forth from your body, and I will be his father, and he shall be my son.’” Here, we have to now spiritualize the vision of David.
Source: Christ Unveiled
Neville’s Reading in Christmas
Neville uses this prophecy to David to illustrate the divine plan where God (the Father) becomes the son (David's offspring), showing the unity of root and offspring.
"God declared that when your days are fulfilled, and you lie down with your fathers, I will raise up your son after you who will come forth from your body. I will be his father and he shall be my son."
Source: Christmas
Neville’s Reading in Prophetic Sketches
This prophecy to David is fulfilled in the individual when they awaken to their true identity as God the Father, and David (representing collective humanity) appears as their son, confirming their divine parentage.
In the 7th chapter of 2 Samuel, the prophet said to David: “The Lord declares to you, “I will raise up your son after you, who will come forth from your body. I will be his father and he will be my son.”
Source: Prophetic Sketches
Practical Reflection
- The appearance of David and his acknowledgment of the individual as 'Father' is a direct, experiential fulfillment of this scripture, signifying the discovery of divine fatherhood.
- Recognize that the divine promise of Fatherhood is a personal experience awaiting you. The appearance of David is the ultimate confirmation of your identity as God.
Authoritative Neville Sources
YHWSA provides the Biblical workspace. MyNevilleGoddard.com preserves the complete source works behind the Neville-specific readings.
- A Divine Event (lecture)
- All That You Behold (lecture)
- An Assured Understanding (lecture)
- Christ Unveiled (lecture)
- Christmas (lecture)
- Prophetic Sketches (lecture)
Questions about 2 Samuel 7:12
What is the metaphysical meaning of 2 Samuel 7:12?
YHWSA reads 2 Samuel 7:12 in its Biblical context while examining the states of consciousness and spiritual themes expressed by the passage.
Where can I read 2 Samuel 7:12 in context?
Open the linked YHWSA Bible workspace to read the complete chapter and use its language, note, and comparison tools.
Where did Neville Goddard discuss 2 Samuel 7:12?
The source list links to the complete lectures and books on MyNevilleGoddard.com rather than reproducing those works as a competing article.