1. 2 Samuel 5:3 (NEG79)
  2. Explication du texte

What is the covenant that was made at Hebron before the Lord?

2 Samuel 5:3 (NEG79)

3 Ainsi tous les anciens d'Israël vinrent auprès du roi à Hébron, et le roi David fit alliance avec eux à Hébron, devant l'Eternel. Ils oignirent David pour roi sur Israël.

The covenant refers to some kind of an agreement made between David and the representatives (elders) of the tribes. This contract was made before the Lord, meaning that it was a formal contract and likely involved ratification by members of the priesthood.1 The covenant would have stipulated the rights and obligations of both parties toward one another.2