Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
These also are the chief of the mighty men whom David had, who strengthened themselves with him in his kingdom, and with all Israel, to make him king, according to the word of the LORD concerning Israel.
The chief
Strengthened themselves with
Bible References
The chief
2 Samuel 23:8
Here's a list of the names of David's special forces: Josheb-basshebeth the Tahkemonite was head of the Three; he was nicknamed Adino the Eznite because he killed 800 men in a single battle engagement.
Strengthened themselves with
1 Chronicles 12:38
All these warriors arrived in battle order at Hebron, fully intending to establish David as king over all Israel. Furthermore, all of the rest of Israel were united in their intent to make David king.
2 Samuel 3:17
Later, Abner had a talk with the elders of Israel. He said, "In the past you were looking to see David made king over you.