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Lesson 21: Ishbosheth and Abner

Lesson 21 from The United Kingdom by Rhodes Davis.

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Lesson Focus

Scripture Reading: 2 Samuel 2:8 – 3:21

David does not immediately assume control of all Israel. Abner proclaims Ishbosheth, the son of Saul, king of Israel and succeeds in gaining some control of Israel. War breaks out between Judah and Israel but eventually Abner joins forces with David.

Questions for Discussion & Study

  1. What was the tribal division of Israel at this time? How long did Ishbosheth and David rule?

  2. What contest did Abner and Joab have? Who won?

  3. Who was Asahel? What happened to him?

  4. What ended the battle?

  5. What problem arose between Ishbosheth and Abner?

  6. What agreement did David and Abner make? What did David want as part of the covenant?