So David knew that the LORD had established him as king over Israel, and that He had exalted His kingdom for the sake of His people Israel.
2 Samuel 5:12
Surrounding context
5:11 Then Hiram king of Tyre sent messengers to David, and cedar trees, and carpenters and masons. And they built David a house.
5:12 So David knew that the LORD had established him as king over Israel, and that He had exalted His kingdom for the sake of His people Israel.
5:13 And David took more concubines and wives from Jerusalem, after he had come from Hebron. Also more sons and daughters were born to David.