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All the elders of Israel came to the king at Hebron. David made a covenant with them there in the presence of the Lord. They anointed David king over Israel, according to the word of the Lord from Samuel.

David Captures Jerusalem

David and all Israel went to Jerusalem (that is, Jebus). The Jebusites were living in that part of the land. Those living in Jebus said to David, “You will not get in here.” Nevertheless, David captured the stronghold of Zion, which became the City of David.

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