2 Samuel 3
KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 3 of 24
Chapter Summary
David is stronger. Six sons were born to him in Hebron. Abner joins David. Joab murders Abner. David mourns for Abner.
Key Hebrew Words
People & Context
King of Judah growing stronger over Saul's house; makes a covenant with Abner and mourns his murder
Saul's army commander who defects to David, then is treacherously killed by Joab
David's commander who lures Abner back to Hebron and murders him to avenge his brother Asahel
Saul's son and rival king who confronts Abner and fearfully yields Michal to David
Joab's brother who joins in killing Abner over Asahel's death at Gibeon
Saul's daughter and David's wife, demanded back from Phaltiel as a condition of the covenant
Timeline
A long war ensues where David's house grows stronger and Saul's grows weaker. Six sons are born to David in Hebron.
2 Samuel 3:1-5Ishbosheth accuses Abner of sleeping with Saul's concubine, Rizpah. Abner becomes exceedingly angry and vows to hand the kingdom over to David.
2 Samuel 3:6-11Abner sends messengers to make a covenant with David. David agrees on the condition that his wife Michal is returned to him.
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