In Hebron, David is hailed as king of all the tribes of Israel (1, Ps). Jesus is anointed king on the wood of his cross, a sign of paradox, of defeat yet final victory (3). Through his cross we have passed from darkness into the kingdom of light (2). 2 Sm 5:1-3 Ps 122:1-5 Col 1:12-20 Lk 23:35-43