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
These are the names of David's warriors: Josheb-Basshebeth, a Tahkemonite, was head of the officers. He killed eight hundred men with his spear in one battle.
Strengthened themselves with
1 Chronicles 12:38
All these men were warriors who were ready to march. They came to Hebron to make David king over all Israel by acclamation; all the rest of the Israelites also were in agreement that David should become king.
2 Samuel 3:17
Abner advised the elders of Israel, "Previously you were wanting David to be your king.