And I will for this afflict the descendants of David, but not forever.
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George Leo Haydock
AD 1849
For this infidelity of Solomon, (Haydock) afflict, by raising up a rival. (Menochius)
For ever. Notwithstanding the wickedness of many of its princes, this family was to subsist, in a distinguished rank, till the coming of the Messias; that the completion of the promises might be more observable. (Calmet)
After 250 years, the throne of Israel was subverted. (Menochius)