1 Chronicles 11:7

New English Translation

David lived in the fortress; for this reason it is called the City of David.

Cross References

2 Samuel 5:7

But David captured the fortress of Zion (that is, the city of David).

1 Chronicles 11:5

The residents of Jebus said to David, “You cannot invade this place!” But David captured the fortress of Zion (that is, the City of David).

1 Chronicles 11:6

David said, “Whoever attacks the Jebusites first will become commanding general!” So Joab son of Zeruiah attacked first and became commander.

1 Chronicles 11:8

He built up the city around it, from the terrace to the surrounding walls; Joab restored the rest of the city.

Psalm 2:6

“I myself have installed my king on Zion, my holy hill.”