David Conquers Jerusalem

4  David and the whole Israelite army advanced to Jerusalem (that is, Jebus). (The Jebusites, the land’s original inhabitants, lived there.) 5  The residents of Jebus said to David, “You cannot invade this place!” But David captured the fortress of Zion (that is, the City of David). 6  David said, “Whoever attacks the Jebusites first will become commanding general!” So Joab son of Zeruiah attacked first and became commander. 7  David lived in the fortress; for this reason it is called the City of David. 8  He built up the city around it, from the terrace to the surrounding walls; Joab restored the rest of the city. 9  David’s power steadily grew, for the Lord who commands armies was with him.