1. There was war for a long time between Saul’s family and David’s family. David became stronger and stronger, but Saul’s family became weaker and weaker.
2. These are David’s sons who were born at Hebron: The first son was Amnon. Amnon’s mother was Ahinoam from Jezreel.
3. The second son was Kileab. His mother was Abigail, who had been the wife of Nabal from Carmel. The third son was Absalom. Absalom’s mother was Maacah daughter of King Talmai of Geshur.