This introduces a new event in the story of the struggle between David's supporters and Saul's family. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/writing-newevent]])
This refers to Saul's family and supporters who assumed control of his estate after he died.
# house of David
This refers to the supporters of David.
# Abner made himself strong in the house of Saul
Abner's increasing power over Saul's family is spoken of as if he became physically stronger. AT: "Abner gained more power over the family and supporters of Saul" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
# Rizpah ... Aiah
These are names of women. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
# Ishbosheth
This is a male name, a son of Saul. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
# Why have you slept with my father's concubine?
Ishbosheth asked this question to rebuke Abner who was acting like he was the king. AT: "You did not have the right to sleep with my father's concubine!" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion]])
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