David and his men went against the Jebusites, who taunted that even the blind and lame could repel him. The text then states that David took the stronghold of Zion, which became the city of David. See 2 Samuel 5:6–7.

When the report came, David and his men tore their clothes, wept, and fasted until evening for Saul, Jonathan, and Israel’s defeat. The text presents this as public mourning over the fallen leaders and the people. See 2 Samuel 1:11–12.

David was thirty years old when he began to reign, and he reigned forty years. The text separates his years in Hebron from his years in Jerusalem. See 2 Samuel 5:4–5.

David sent for Uriah from the battle and tried to get him to go down to his house. When Uriah refused, David sent a letter by Uriah ordering Joab to place him in the hardest fighting and withdraw so he would be struck down. See 2 Samuel 11:6–15.

God promised to raise up David’s offspring after him and establish his kingdom. God said, “Your house and your kingdom shall be made sure forever,” and that David’s throne would be established forever. See 2 Samuel 7:12–16.

Joab told his brother Abishai to support each other depending on which front was stronger. He urged courage “for our people, and for the cities of our God,” and then said, “May the LORD do what seems good to him.” See 2 Samuel 10:11–12.

The “Song of the Bow” is David’s lament over Saul and Jonathan after their death. It is introduced as a song to be taught to Judah and recorded. See 2 Samuel 1:17–18.

After Uriah’s death and David’s marriage to Bathsheba, the narrative states that David’s deed “displeased the LORD.” This line functions as the text’s direct evaluation of the situation. See 2 Samuel 11:27.

David inquired of the LORD and was directed to go up to Hebron. He moved there with his household and his men settled in the towns around Hebron. See 2 Samuel 2:1–3.

The men of Judah came and anointed David king over the house of Judah. This happens at Hebron before all Israel later unites under him. See 2 Samuel 2:4.

Rechab and Baanah killed Ish-bosheth in his house and brought his head to David. David ordered their execution, displayed their bodies, and buried Ish-bosheth’s head in Abner’s tomb. See 2 Samuel 4:5–12.

Abner, the commander of Saul’s army, made Ish-bosheth king. The text lists his rule over Gilead, the Ashurites, Jezreel, Ephraim, Benjamin, and all Israel. See 2 Samuel 2:8–9.

Mephibosheth was Jonathan’s son from Saul’s house. David restored Saul’s land to him and said he would always eat at the king’s table. See 2 Samuel 9:6–7.

Asahel pursued Abner and refused repeated warnings to turn aside. Abner struck him with the butt of his spear, and Asahel died. See 2 Samuel 2:19–23.

After Ish-bosheth accused him concerning Rizpah, Abner became angry and vowed to transfer the kingdom to David. He tied his decision to what the LORD had spoken about giving David rule. See 2 Samuel 3:7–10.

David made Michal’s return a condition for Abner’s approach, telling him not to see his face unless she came. Ish-bosheth then sent and took her from her husband Paltiel. See 2 Samuel 3:13–16.

David said the man’s own testimony condemned him because he claimed to have struck down the LORD’s anointed. David ordered his execution on that basis. See 2 Samuel 1:14–16.

Through Nathan, God questioned the idea that David would build him a house and reminded him that he had not asked for such a house while traveling with Israel. The message redirects the plan and focuses on what God would do for David. See 2 Samuel 7:4–7.

Joab killed Abner at Hebron, presenting it as payback for Asahel’s death. David publicly declared he and his kingdom were guiltless of Abner’s blood and led mourning for him. See 2 Samuel 3:27–32.

Michal saw David leaping and dancing before the LORD as the ark arrived and despised him in her heart. She later criticized him for what she viewed as dishonoring behavior in public. See 2 Samuel 6:16–20.

Ammonite leaders suggested David’s servants had come to spy out the land rather than to show kindness. Hanun shaved off half their beards and cut their garments, sending them away in shame. See 2 Samuel 10:3–4.

When the oxen stumbled, Uzzah put out his hand to steady the ark. The LORD’s anger was kindled against him, and he died there by the ark. See 2 Samuel 6:6–7.

After Uzzah died, David was afraid and did not bring the ark into the city of David. The ark stayed three months in the house of Obed-edom, and the LORD blessed Obed-edom and all his household. See 2 Samuel 6:10–11.