David lived in the stronghold; therefore they called it David’s city.
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David lived in the stronghold; therefore they called it David’s city.
So David took up residence in the fortress; that is why it was called the City of David.
And David dwelt in the castle; therefore they called it the city of David.
And David dwelt in the stronghold; therefore they called it the city of David.
And David took the strong tower for his living-place, so it was named the town of David.
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Matthew Henry · Verses 1–9
David was brought to possess the throne of Israel after he had reigned seven years in Hebron, over Judah only. God's counsels will be fulfilled at last, whatever difficulties lie in the way. The way to be truly great, is to be really useful, to devote all our talents to the Lord.
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