And Abner said unto David, I will arise and go, and will gather all Israel unto my lord the king, that they may make a league with thee, and that thou mayest reign over all that thine heart desireth. And David sent Abner away; and he went in peace.
Abner said to David, 'I will get up and go gather all of Israel to support you as king, so they can make an agreement with you, and you can rule over everything your heart desires.' Then David sent Abner away, and he left peacefully.
Abner promises to unite all of Israel under David's rule, and David allows him to leave safely to accomplish this mission.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs during the civil war between David's supporters in Judah and those loyal to Saul's family in Israel. Abner, who had been the military commander supporting Saul's son Ish-bosheth, decided to switch sides and help David become king over all twelve tribes. This was a pivotal moment that could have ended the division and bloodshed between the two kingdoms.
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