Hebron

1009-1003 B.C.; age 31-37; regnal years 1-7

David is proclaimed king over Judah in Hebron
2 Sam. 2:1-7

David fathers sons in Hebron
2 Sam. 3:2-5 [1 Chron. 3:1-4]

David is opposed by Ish-bosheth
2 Sam. 2:8-11

David wins initial victory at Gibeon
2 Sam. 2:12 - 3:1

David accepts Abner's offer
2 Sam. 3:6-21

Joab kills Abner
2 Sam. 3:22-27

David curses Joab and honors Abner
2 Sam. 3:28-39

David punishes Ish-bosheth's murderers
2 Sam. 4:1-12

David is proclaimed king of all Israel
2 Sam. 5:1-5 [1 Chron. 11:1-3]

Armed men gather to David
1 Chron. 12:23-40