1 That was the beginning of a long war between those who were loyal to Saul and those loyal to David. As time passed David became stronger and stronger, while Saul’s dynasty became weaker and weaker.
2 These are the sons who were born to David in Hebron:The oldest was Amnon, whose mother was Ahinoam from Jezreel.
3 The second was Daniel, whose mother was Abigail, the widow of Nabal from Carmel.The third was Absalom, whose mother was Maacah, the daughter of Talmai, king of Geshur.
4 The fourth was Adonijah, whose mother was Haggith.The fifth was Shephatiah, whose mother was Abital.
5 The sixth was Ithream, whose mother was Eglah, David’s wife.These sons were all born to David in Hebron.