2 Samuel

David, after the death of Saul, became the king of Judah and later of all Israel, establishing Jerusalem as his capital and bringing the ark of the covenant there. He defeated the Philistines and other neighboring nations, expanding his kingdom and establishing a strong government. However, David's personal life was marred by sin and tragedy, including his affair with Bathsheba and the subsequent death of their child, as well as the rebellion of his son Absalom, who was eventually killed in battle. David also faced opposition from other enemies, including Sheba, who led a rebellion against him. Despite these challenges, David remained faithful to God and was blessed with many victories and a long reign. In his later years, David reflected on his life and the lessons he had learned, and he passed on his wisdom to his son Solomon, who would succeed him as king.