2 Samuel 3:17 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And Abner had communication with the elders of Israel, saying, Ye sought for David in times past to be king over you:

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Abner spoke with the leaders of Israel, saying, 'You wanted David to be your king in the past:'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Abner is reminding Israel's leaders that they had previously wanted David as their king.

📚 Historical Context

This occurs during the civil war between the house of Saul and David's supporters. Abner, who had been Saul's military commander and supported Saul's son Ish-bosheth as king, is now switching sides to support David after a falling out with Ish-bosheth. He's working to unite all the tribes of Israel under David's rule.

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