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Where did David go to live after asking the Lord?
Where did David go to live after asking the Lord?
Hebron
Before whom did Abner feel he could not hold up his face if he should kill Asahel?
Before whom did Abner feel he could not hold up his face if he should kill Asahel?
Asahel's brother Joab
Can you name David's two wives who moved with him to live in Hebron?
Can you name David's two wives who moved with him to live in Hebron?
Ahinoam of Jezreel and Abigail the widow of Nabal of Carmel
Men of Judah anointed David to be king over the house of Judah.
Men of Judah anointed David to be king over the house of Judah.
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To whom was the message from David sent that expressed gratitude for kindness shown to Saul?
To whom was the message from David sent that expressed gratitude for kindness shown to Saul?
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Who made Ishbosheth king over all Israel at Mahanaim?
Who made Ishbosheth king over all Israel at Mahanaim?
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How old was Ishbosheth when he became king over Israel?
How old was Ishbosheth when he became king over Israel?
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How many years was Ishbosheth king over Israel?
How many years was Ishbosheth king over Israel?
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What tribe of Israel followed David instead of Ishbosheth?
What tribe of Israel followed David instead of Ishbosheth?
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How many years was David king over Judah in Hebron?
How many years was David king over Judah in Hebron?
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Who was on the other side of the pool at Gibeon opposing Abner and Ishbosheth's men?
Who was on the other side of the pool at Gibeon opposing Abner and Ishbosheth's men?
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How many men were killed during the duel at the Pool in Gibeon?
How many men were killed during the duel at the Pool in Gibeon?
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What was the name given to the place in Gibeon where 24 men died in a duel?
What was the name given to the place in Gibeon where 24 men died in a duel?
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Who was beaten in battle on the day 24 men died in a duel?
Who was beaten in battle on the day 24 men died in a duel?
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Can you name the three sons of Zeruiah?
Can you name the three sons of Zeruiah?
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Which of the three sons of Zeruiah was known for being 'as fleet-footed as a wild gazelle'?
Which of the three sons of Zeruiah was known for being 'as fleet-footed as a wild gazelle'?
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Who followed Abner in hot pursuit from the pool in Gibeon?
Who followed Abner in hot pursuit from the pool in Gibeon?
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Who was thrust completely through the body by a spear, and by whom?
Who was thrust completely through the body by a spear, and by whom?
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What did Joab blow as a means of giving orders to his men to cease fighting?
What did Joab blow as a means of giving orders to his men to cease fighting?
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How many men did Abner lose in the conflict with Joab at Gibeon?
How many men did Abner lose in the conflict with Joab at Gibeon?
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How many men did Joab lose in the conflict with Abner at Gibeon?
How many men did Joab lose in the conflict with Abner at Gibeon?
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Where was Asahel buried?
Where was Asahel buried?
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After Joab's conflict with Abner at Gibeon, where did they return at the break of day?
After Joab's conflict with Abner at Gibeon, where did they return at the break of day?
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Where did Abner and his men go after the conflict with Joab at Gibeon?
Where did Abner and his men go after the conflict with Joab at Gibeon?
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Study Notes
David in Hebron
- David resided in Ziklag and sought direction from God regarding his next move, which led him to Hebron.
- David's two wives accompanying him to Hebron were Ahinoam of Jezreel and Abigail, the widow of Nabal of Carmel.
- Men of Judah anointed David to be king over the house of Judah, confirming his leadership.
Interactions with Saul's Followers
- David communicated gratitude to the men of Jabesh Gilead for their kindness in burying Saul after his death.
- Abner, Saul's cousin, appointed Ishbosheth, Saul's son, as king over Israel in Mahanaim.
Ishbosheth's Reign
- Ishbosheth was forty years old when he became king and governed for two years.
- The tribe of Judah supported David instead of Ishbosheth, illustrating a division in loyalty among the tribes of Israel.
Conflicts at Gibeon
- A duel occurred at the Pool of Gibeon between twelve men from Ishbosheth and twelve from David, resulting in all participants being killed.
- The location was named Helkath Hazzurim, marking the site of this deadly encounter.
- Abner's forces were defeated in the subsequent battle at Gibeon.
Key Figures
- Joab, Abishai, and Asahel were the sons of Zeruiah, key leaders in David's army.
- Asahel was noted for his remarkable speed, likened to a wild gazelle, and he pursued Abner fervently.
Death of Asahel
- Asahel was killed by Abner during the pursuit, demonstrating the violent conflict between the factions.
- Joab and Abishai discontinued their pursuit of Abner after he blew a trumpet to signal an end to the fighting.
Casualties and Aftermath
- Abner's forces suffered significant losses, with 360 Benjaminites lost, while Joab's men faced only 19 casualties.
- Asahel was buried in his father’s tomb at Bethlehem, a mark of honor in death.
- Following the conflict, Joab and his men returned to Hebron, while Abner retreated to Mahanaim.
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