46. After that Saul gave up the pursuit of the Philistines, who returned to their own territory.
47. After taking possession of the kingship over Israel, Saul waged war on its enemies all around—Moab, the Ammonites, Edom, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines. Wherever he turned, he was successful
48. and fought bravely. He defeated Amalek and delivered Israel from the hand of those who were plundering them.
49. The sons of Saul were Jonathan, Ishvi, and Malchishua; the name of his firstborn daughter was Merob; the name of the younger was Michal.
50. The name of Saul’s wife was Ahinoam, daughter of Ahimaaz. The name of his general was Abner, son of Ner, Saul’s uncle;
51. Kish, Saul’s father, and Ner, Abner’s father, were sons of Abiel.
52. There was heavy fighting with the Philistines during Saul’s lifetime. Whenever Saul saw any strong or brave man, he took him into his service.