2 Samuel 8 is the earlier parallel to this chapter. Here the power of David's reign is highlighted and a list of his mighty victories are related. David defeated and subdued the Philistines, defeated the Moabites and defeated King Hadadezer of Zobah capturing 1,000 chariots, 7,000 charioteers and 20,000 foot soldiers. He hamstrung most of their chariot horses. David also defeated the Arameans when they tried to help Hadadezer. David obtained much gold and bronze plunder from Hadadezer and when king Tou of Hamath heard about it he paid homage to David and gave him a lot of gold, silver and bronze articles. The Lord gave victory to David wherever he went.
David reigned over all Israel with Joab as army commander, Jehoshaphat was recorder, Zadok and Abiathar were priests and Shavsha was secretary.
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