How long did David reign as king over the house of Judah in Hebron before becoming king over all Israel?
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Correct answer: Seven years and six months
2 Samuel 5:5 states that in Hebron he reigned over Judah seven years and six months, and in Jerusalem he reigned over all Israel and Judah thirty-three years.
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