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What does 1 Chronicles 22:9 mean?

'But you’re going to have a son who will be a man of peace and rest. I’ll give him peace from all his enemies around him. His name will be Solomon, and I’ll give Israel peace and quiet while he rules.' 1 Chronicles 22:9 - Modern Text Bible

(God promises David that his son Solomon will have a peaceful reign, making him the right person to build the temple.)