2Sa 3:28 | TNotes | STEP | 3:28 David made it clear that he had nothing to do with Abner’s death, labeling it as a crime . David knew that because his second-in-command had killed Abner, rumors would circulate among those loyal to Saul’s dynasty that David had ordered the killing. • I vow by the Lord : David called on the Lord to hold him accountable if he were lying.

‏ 2 Samuel 3:28

3:28 ^a David made it clear that he had nothing to do with Abner’s death, labeling it as a crime. David knew that because his second-in-command had killed Abner, rumors would circulate among those loyal to Saul’s dynasty that David had ordered the killing.

• I vow by the Lord: David called on the Lord to hold him accountable if he were lying.