10 To remove the kingdom from the house of Saul, that the throne of David may be established over Israel, and over Judah, even from Dan to Beersheba.

11 And he durst no more answer to Abner: for he feared him.

12 ¶ Then Abner sent messengers to David [a]on his behalf, saying, Whose is the land? who should also say, Make covenant with me, and behold, mine hand shall be with thee, to bring all Israel unto thee.

Read full chapter

Footnotes

  1. 2 Samuel 3:12 Or, secretly.

Bible Gateway Recommends