2 Samuel Chapter 2

David Anointed King of Judah

Old Testament Unknown Verses 2 Samuel

Chapter Summary

David is anointed king of Judah while Ish-bosheth rules Israel

Key Verses

2 Samuel 2:4 2 Samuel 2:7 2 Samuel 2:10

Scripture Content

And the men of Judah came, and there they anointed David king over the house of Judah. When they told David, 'It was the men of Jabesh-gilead who buried Saul,' David sent messengers to the men of Jabesh-gilead and said to them, 'May you be blessed by the Lord, because you showed this loyalty to Saul your lord and buried him.'

Themes & Topics

Anointing Judah Ish-bosheth Jabesh-gilead