Batman: An Amalekite has shown up at the gates of Jerusalem, carrying news of Saul's death. Robin: Wow, that's terrible! What happened? Batman: Apparently Saul and his sons were killed in battle by the Philistines. →

Batman: Robin, I have just heard news of a great battle between two armies in the lands of Judah. Robin: Who was fighting, Batman? Batman: The armies of Saul's son, Ishbosheth, and of David. It seems that David's forces have emerged victorious. →

Batman: Robin, it appears that 2 Samuel 3 is a chapter filled with many wars and battles! David's dynastic ambitions were not easily achieved. Robin: You're right, Batman! There was a long-standing feud between David's house and the house of Saul. →

Robin: Holy Smokes, Batman! It looks like we've stumbled upon a chapter from the Bible. Batman: Yes, Robin. We're in 2 Samuel 4. Catwoman: Well, what does it say? Batman: It looks like it's about a man named Ishbosheth who had been anointed king of Israel. →

Robin: Holy Bible, Batman! The Philistines are attacking the City of David! Batman: Not to worry, Robin. The Lord is with David, and He will deliver the city from the Philistine's hands. Joker: Ha ha ha! No way! The Philistines are too strong. →

Batman: "Holy Scripture, Robin! We're here to talk about 2 Samuel 6!" Robin: "Gosh, Batman, what does this chapter say?" Batman: "It tells of King David's attempt to bring the Ark of the Covenant back to Jerusalem. →

Batman: Robin! Have you read the latest chapter of the Bible? Robin: Yes, Batman, it's 2 Samuel 7. Batman: Ah, yes. The Lord promised King David that his dynasty would endure forever. Catwoman: He also promised to dwell in the temple David had wanted to build. →

Batman: Robin! It looks like King David has just conquered the Philistines and Moabites! Robin: Holy victories, Batman! Catwoman: You mean he conquered them in the name of the Lord! Riddler: That's right! And he also defeated Hadadezer, the king of Zobah, and recovered all of his stolen gold and silver. →

Batman: Robin, I've heard of an incredible story of kindness and mercy. Robin: What is it, Batman? Batman: It is recorded in 2 Samuel 9. Apparently, King David wanted to show kindness to any of the family of Saul who remained. →

Batman: "Greetings, Robin! In this chapter of the Bible, King David sends Joab and his men to battle against the Syrians. He defeats them and takes their gold and silver." Robin: "Golly, that's amazing! How did they pull it off?" →

Robin: Holy Scripture, Batman! What does 2 Samuel 11 say? Batman: It’s a sad tale, Robin. The chapter starts off with King David staying in Jerusalem instead of going out to fight with his troops. Catwoman: How very un-regal of him! →

Robin: Holy Book of Books, Batman! What is this chapter about? Batman: It's about the prophet Nathan confronting King David about his sins. Joker: Oh, I love a good moral lesson! Robin: What did David do wrong? →

Batman: Robin, it appears that the chapter of 2 Samuel 13 is not a happy one. Robin: That's right, Batman. In this chapter, we find that the son of King David, Amnon, fell in love with his half-sister Tamar. →

(Joker enters) Joker: Ah, Batman and Robin, just the two I wanted to see! Batman: What do you want, Joker? Joker: I'm here to tell you about 2 Samuel 14! Robin: What's the chapter about, Joker? Joker: A wise woman from Tekoah intervenes in a dispute between a rich man and a poor man. →

Batman: Here we are, Robin, watching the events of 2 Samuel 15 unfold. Robin: It looks like Absalom is leading a rebellion against his father David. Batman: That's right, Robin. Absalom has 200 men with him and is determined to usurp David's throne. →

[Scene: Batman and Robin are standing at the entrance to the Batcave] Batman: Greetings, old chum. It appears we have a new case on our hands. Robin: What is it, Batman? Batman: It concerns the Book of 2 Samuel, Chapter 16. →

Batman: Robin, when we last left off, Absalom had been killed and David had returned to Jerusalem to reclaim the throne. Robin: That's right, Batman. Now, in 2 Samuel 17, a certain Ahithophel advises Absalom's supporters to pursue David and take the throne back. →

(Batman and Robin are standing in the Batcave, discussing the events of 2 Samuel 18) Batman: Greetings, old chum! We must now turn our attention to 2 Samuel 18. Robin: Right, Batman! It appears that David has divided his army into three parts and is sending them into battle against Absalom. →

Batman: Robin, it appears that King David is returning to his throne in Jerusalem. Robin: Holy reconciliation, Batman! Joker: Oh, what's this? A happy ending? I'm out of here! Batman: Not so fast, Joker! The people of Israel are still divided. →

Batman: Robin, it looks like we've got trouble in this chapter of the Bible. Robin: What is it, Batman? Batman: Sheba, the son of Bichri, has led a rebellion against David. Robin: Oh no! What are we going to do? →

<Robin> Holy Scripture, Batman! 2 Samuel 21 talks about a famine that lasted for three years. <Batman> Unusual, Robin. We must uncover the cause. <Joker> I know the cause, Dynamic Duo! King David was being punished by God for his sin. →

Batman: Robin, have you heard the story of David and his battle with the Philistines? Robin: Why, yes, I have, Batman. He fought with the strength of the Lord and overcame his enemies. Batman: That's right, Robin. →

Joker: Ha, ha, ha! I'm back again, Batman and Robin! Batman: Joker, why must you always be causing trouble? Joker: Oh, why not? I'm just having a bit of fun. Now, what's this about 2 Samuel 23? Robin: This chapter of the Bible is about David's last words. →

Batman: Holy bookworms, Robin! It looks like King David has made a big mistake in this chapter. Robin: You're right, Batman. He took a census of everyone in Israel, which was against God's orders! Joker: Of course it was against his orders, you dimwitted do-gooders! →