And the fourth, Adonijah the son of Haggith; and the fifth, Shephatiah the son of Abital;
The fourth son was Adonijah, whose mother was Haggith; and the fifth son was Shephatiah, whose mother was Abital.
This verse continues listing David's sons and their mothers, showing the growth of his family during his reign in Hebron.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative, 2 Samuel 3 describes the early years of David's reign as king over Judah in Hebron, following the death of Saul and during a time of political tension and civil war. This verse is part of a list of David's sons born in Hebron, which highlights his expanding family and the potential future leaders of Israel. Adonijah, mentioned here, later plays a role in the story of royal succession, attempting to seize the throne after David's death.
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