II Samuel · Chapter 23 King James Version

II Samuel 23:19

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The Scripture

(19) Was he not most honourable of three? therefore he was their captain: howbeit he attained not unto the first three.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)

David spoke his final prophetic words, describing the righteous ruler as like the light of morning, and the chapter lists the exploits and names of his mighty men, including the three who broke through Philistine lines to bring him water. These warriors' loyalty and valor are recorded as a lasting testimony to David's reign.

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