1 Chronicles 11:7

7 Then David dwelt in the stronghold; therefore they called it the City of David.

1 Chronicles 11:7 Meaning and Commentary

1 Chronicles 11:7

(See Gill on 1 Chronicles 11:1)

1 Chronicles 11:7 In-Context

5 Then the inhabitants of Jebus said to David, "You shall not come in here!" Nevertheless David took the stronghold of Zion (that is, the City of David).
6 Now David said, "Whoever attacks the Jebusites first shall be chief and captain." And Joab the son of Zeruiah went up first, and became chief.
7 Then David dwelt in the stronghold; therefore they called it the City of David.
8 And he built the city around it, from the Millo to the surrounding area. Joab repaired the rest of the city.
9 Then David went on and became great, and the Lord of hosts was with him.
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