36 They took note of this and were pleased. Indeed, everything the king did pleased the people.
37 All David's people and all the people in Israel understood that the king had no part in the murder of Abner.
38 The king said to his officials, “Don't you realize that this day a great leader in Israel has died?
39 Even though I am the king chosen by God, I feel weak today. These sons of Zeruiah are too violent for me. May the Lord punish these criminals as they deserve!”