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    2 Samuel 5 (KJV)

    Read 2 Samuel chapter 5 in the King James Version of the Holy Bible.

    2 Samuel 5

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    2 Samuel 5 Summary

    2 Samuel 5 records David's coronation as king over all Israel after seven years ruling only Judah. All the tribes come to Hebron and anoint him king. David then conquers Jerusalem from the Jebusites, making it his capital—the City of David. He builds his palace and grows in power as the Lord is with him.

    The chapter also records two decisive victories over the Philistines in the Valley of Rephaim. In the second battle, God gives David a unique strategy: wait for the sound of marching in the tops of the mulberry trees before attacking. David obeys and achieves total victory.

    Key Themes

    United kingdomJerusalem establishedDavid's growing powerObedience in battle strategyGod's presence with David

    Key Verses in 2 Samuel 5

    "And David went on, and grew great, and the LORD God of hosts was with him."

    — 2 Samuel 5:10

    David's greatness is attributed not to military genius alone but to God's abiding presence—the true source of his success.

    Life Application

    David waited patiently for God's timing rather than seizing the throne by force. His patience during seven years in Hebron was rewarded with a united kingdom. God's timing may test our patience but always proves perfect.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Why did David choose Jerusalem as his capital?

    Jerusalem was strategically brilliant: it sat on the border between Judah and the northern tribes, was naturally fortified, and belonged to neither group (the Jebusites held it). By conquering neutral territory, David avoided favoritism and united the kingdom around a new capital.

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