1 Chronicles 11:7

English Standard Version 2016

And David lived in the stronghold; therefore it was called the city of David.

Cross References

Psalm 2:6

“As for me, I have set my King on Zion, my holy hill.”

1 Chronicles 11:5

The inhabitants of Jebus said to David, “You will not come in here.” Nevertheless, David took the stronghold of Zion, that is, the city of David.

2 Samuel 5:7

Nevertheless, David took the stronghold of Zion, that is, the city of David.

1 Chronicles 11:6

David said, “Whoever strikes the Jebusites first shall be chief and commander.” And Joab the son of Zeruiah went up first, so he became chief.

1 Chronicles 11:8

And he built the city all around from the Millo in complete circuit, and Joab repaired the rest of the city.