And these be the names of those that were born unto him in Jerusalem; Shammuah, and Shobab, and Nathan, and Solomon,
Here are the names of the sons who were born to him in Jerusalem: Shammuah, Shobab, Nathan, and Solomon.
This verse lists four of David's sons who were born after he became king and established Jerusalem as his capital.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of 2 Samuel, this verse appears in the context of King David's establishment of his kingdom, after he had been anointed as king over all Israel and conquered Jerusalem from the Jebusites, making it his capital. The list of sons born to David in Jerusalem, including Shammuah, Shobab, Nathan, and Solomon, highlights the growth of his family and dynasty during a time of political stability and divine favor. These sons are part of the lineage that God promised to David, which ultimately leads to the Messiah.
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