Overview
2 Samuel 5 narrates a significant turning point in Israelite history with David being anointed king over all Israel, uniting the tribes. His reign, which lasts forty years, begins with a strategic and spiritually significant move: capturing Jerusalem from the Jebusites and establishing it as his capital, known as the City of David. This chapter not only highlights David's military prowess but also his deep reliance on God's guidance, as evidenced by his inquiry to the Lord before pursuing the Philistines. The victories over the Philistines further establish his strength and God's favor in his kingship. David's leadership, characterized by both religious devotion and political acumen, sets a new course for the nation.