The Problems in the Chronology of David’s Life Starting from what is certain, we can say that David died in 971 B.C. (forty years before Solomon reigned for his forty years ending with the kingdom being split in 931 B.C.). And since David ruled in Jerusalem for thirty-three years, Jerusalem was captured by David in 1004 B.C., seven years after he began his reign in Hebron in … [Read more...] about Study Notes for 2 Samuel 7:1-29
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Understanding the Significance of Jerusalem As God’s Dwelling Place
The images of king and city are among the most powerful in ancient Israel’s worldview. This unit establishes both King David and Jerusalem/Zion, describing the political and religious developments that usher them into existence. The first step in our bridge-building process will be to consider the significance of these concepts (king and city) in Old Testament thought. Zion … [Read more...] about Understanding the Significance of Jerusalem As God’s Dwelling Place
Study Notes for 2 Samuel 5:1-25
2 Samuel 5:1-25 1] Then all the tribes of Israel came to David at Hebron and said, “Behold, we are your bone and flesh. Ishbosheth has been dead for a while. The tribes at first were probably very skeptical; some were angry because of Abner's death in David's territory. They expected David to make a move for the entire throne of Israel after these two deaths. He doesn't do … [Read more...] about Study Notes for 2 Samuel 5:1-25
Study Notes for 2 Samuel 2-4 The kings and the King
2 Samuel 2 1] It happened after this that David inquired of the Lord, saying, “Shall I go up to any of the cities of Judah?” And the Lord said to him, “Go up.” David said, “Where shall I go up?” And He said, “To Hebron.” David inquired of the Lord--By Urim (1Sa 23:6, 9; 30:7, 8). He knew his destination, but he knew also that the providence of God would pave the way. … [Read more...] about Study Notes for 2 Samuel 2-4 The kings and the King
Study Notes for 2 Samuel 1 The kings and the King: A Study of 2 Samuel
Overview of 2 Samuel With this report of Saul’s death, we begin a new unit in the books of Samuel continuing through 2 Samuel 5:10. The twelve tribes of Israel do not univocally declare David king after the death of Saul. In general, David controls the south, particularly Judah and its politically important central city, Hebron. But Saul’s son Ish-Bosheth becomes king of the … [Read more...] about Study Notes for 2 Samuel 1 The kings and the King: A Study of 2 Samuel