Their father Ephraim mourned for them many days and his brothers came to console him.

When David was old and approaching the end of his life, he made his son Solomon king over Israel.

He died at a good old age, having enjoyed long life, wealth, and honor. His son Solomon succeeded him.

They spent three days feasting there with David, for their relatives had given them provisions.

all the warriors went and recovered the bodies of Saul and his sons and brought them to Jabesh. They buried their remains under the oak tree in Jabesh and fasted for seven days.

three years of famine, or three months being chased by your enemies and struck down by their swords, or three days being struck down by the Lord, during which a plague will invade the land and the Lord’s messenger will destroy throughout Israel’s territory.’ Now, decide what I should tell the one who sent me.”