2 Samuel 2:3-5

Amplified Bible, Classic Edition

³ And David brought up his men who were with him, each one with his household, and they dwelt in the towns of Hebron.

⁴ And the men of Judah came and there they anointed David king over the house of Judah. They told David, The men of Jabesh-gilead buried Saul.^(A)

⁵ And David sent messengers to the men of Jabesh-gilead, saying, May the Lord bless you because you showed kindness and loyalty to Saul your king and buried him.