In 2 Samuel chapter 2, David seeks guidance from the Lord and is instructed to go to Hebron, where the men of Judah anoint him king over the house of Judah. Meanwhile, Abner, commander of Saul’s army, makes Saul’s son Ish-bosheth king over Israel, creating division within the nation. Tension grows between the house of David and the house of Saul, leading to conflict between the two sides. The chapter also records the tragic death of Asahel, Joab’s brother, after pursuing Abner in battle. This chapter marks the beginning of David’s rise to the throne over all Israel and the struggle between the two kingdoms.