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Who was there a long war between?
the houses of Saul and David
But David grew ________ and _______, and the house of Saul grew _________ and ___________.
stronger, stronger, weaker, weaker
Who was David's firstborn son?
Amnon
Who was the widow of Nabal the Carmelite?
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Who was the mother of Absalom?
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How many sons were born to David in Hebron?
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What was Abner strengthening his hold on?
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What was the name of Saul's concubine?
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Then Abner became very angry at the words of Ishbosheth and said, 'Am I a ______ head that belongs to ______?'
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Who did Abner tell Ishbosheth the kingdom would be transferred from?
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Why could Ishbosheth not answer Abner another word?
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Who did Abner send his messengers to?
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Who did David demand that Abner bring to him?
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Who was Michal married to when Abner took her to David?
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What did Paltiel do when Michal was taken by Abner?
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What did Abner tell Paltiel to do at Bahurim?
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What had the Lord promised David?
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How many men went with Abner when he went to speak with David at Hebron?
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How did David send Abner away?
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When Joab returned to Hebron after Abner left, what did he bring with him?
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Who was Abner's father?
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What did Joab say was Abner's reason for coming to David?
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What did Joab do that David did not know about?
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Where did Joab bring Abner back from?
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What did Joab do to Abner when he returned to Hebron?
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What did David say when he heard what Joab had done to Abner?
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What would never fail to be in the house of Joab? (Select all that apply)
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Who else had participated in Abner's murder?
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Why had Joab and Abishai killed Abner?
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What did David tell Joab and all the people who were with him to do?
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Where was Abner buried?
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What did the king sing over Abner?
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What did David sing about Abner's hands and feet?
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What did the people try to persuade David to do?
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Study Notes
David and Saul's Houses
- There was a prolonged conflict between the houses of Saul and David.
- David's house grew stronger while Saul's house became weaker.
David's Family
- David's firstborn son was Amnon.
- Abigail was the widow of Nabal the Carmelite.
- Maacah was the mother of Absalom.
- A total of six sons were born to David in Hebron.
Abner's Role
- Abner was reinforcing his influence over the house of Saul.
- Saul's concubine was named Rizpah.
Ishbosheth and Abner's Conflict
- Ishbosheth confronted Abner, leading Abner to angrily question his loyalty.
- Abner informed Ishbosheth that the kingdom would be shifted from Saul's line.
Abner's Actions
- Abner sent messengers to David proposing a peace agreement.
- David requested the return of Michal, Saul's daughter and Abner complied.
Michal's Circumstances
- Michal was married to Paltiel, son of Laish, when taken by Abner.
- Paltiel mourned for Michal during her journey to David.
David's Promises and Response
- God had promised David He would save the people of Israel.
- When Abner went to speak with David, he was accompanied by twenty men, and David sent him away peacefully.
- Joab returned from a raid with spoils after Abner had left.
Joab's Treachery
- Joab, suspecting Abner's intentions, sent messengers to summon him back secretly.
- Joab murdered Abner upon his return to Hebron, stabbing him.
David's Reaction
- David declared himself innocent of Abner's blood and condemned Joab's actions.
- Joab and Abishai killed Abner due to revenge for their brother Asahel's death in battle.
Mourning for Abner
- David instructed his followers to mourn for Abner and led them in a lament.
- Abner was buried in Hebron, and David lamented his fate with a song.
Public Mourning
- David refused to eat or accept food while the people mourned, emphasizing the tragedy of Abner's death.
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Description
This quiz explores the complex relationships and conflicts between the houses of David and Saul as described in historical texts. Topics include David's family, Abner's influence, and key events between Ishbosheth and Abner. Test your knowledge on this significant period in biblical history.
