2 Samuel 2:11 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And the time that David was king in Hebron over the house of Judah was seven years and six months.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

David ruled as king over the tribe of Judah from the city of Hebron for seven years and six months.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse records the specific length of time David reigned as king over just the southern part of Israel before becoming king over the entire nation.

📚 Historical Context

After King Saul's death, Israel was divided into two kingdoms. David was anointed king over Judah (the southern tribes) and ruled from Hebron, while Saul's son Ish-bosheth ruled the northern tribes. This period represents a civil war and transition time before David would eventually unite all of Israel under his rule.

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