Thus David the son of Jesse reigned over all Israel. ] As before related in this book, and in the second book of Samuel; his reign being long and glorious.
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He was king for forty years. He ruled from Hebron seven years and from Jerusalem thirty-three.
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He died at a ripe old age, full of days, wealth, and glory. His son Solomon ruled after him.
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