The Bible, King James version, Book 10: 2 Samuel

In the wake of Israel’s great defeat, the young warrior David returns from a distant raid to find his world turned upside‑down. A ragged messenger from Saul’s camp arrives, bearing grim tidings: the king and his beloved son Jonathan have fallen on the battlefield. David’s grief erupts into a powerful lament, mourning not only the loss of the monarchs but the shattered hopes of a nation. The raw sorrow and the stark reality of war set the stage for a turning point in his own destiny.

Seeking guidance, David turns to the Lord and receives a clear answer—he should go to Hebron. There, accompanied by his wives and loyal followers, he settles among the people of Judah. In a solemn ceremony, the elders of the tribe anoint him as their king, marking his first step toward leadership. The narrative captures the tension between loss and the dawning of a new era.