David Grows in Strength

The war between the house of Saul
and the house of David lasted a long time.
David grew stronger and stronger,
while the house of Saul grew weaker and weaker.

Sons born to David in Hebron:
His first born was Amnon the son of Ahinoam of Jezreel;
his second, Kileab the son of Abigail
the widow of Nabal of Carmel;
the third, Absalom the son of Maacah
daughter of Talmai king of Geshur;
the fourth, Adonijah the son of Haggith;
the fifth, Shephatiah the son of Abital;
and the sixth, Ithream the son of David's wife Eglah.
These were born to David in Hebron.

(II Samuel 3:1-5)