New Living Translation

2 Samuel 3:1-5 New Living Translation (NLT)

1. That was the beginning of a long war between those who were loyal to Saul and those loyal to David. As time passed David became stronger and stronger, while Saul’s dynasty became weaker and weaker.

2. These are the sons who were born to David in Hebron:The oldest was Amnon, whose mother was Ahinoam from Jezreel.

3. The second was Daniel, whose mother was Abigail, the widow of Nabal from Carmel.The third was Absalom, whose mother was Maacah, the daughter of Talmai, king of Geshur.

4. The fourth was Adonijah, whose mother was Haggith.The fifth was Shephatiah, whose mother was Abital.

5. The sixth was Ithream, whose mother was Eglah, David’s wife.These sons were all born to David in Hebron.