1 Chronicles 14:8

And when the Philistines heard that David was anointed king over all Israel, all the Philistines went up to seek David. And David heard of it, and went out against them.

Cross-reference

1 Chronicles 11:3 Historical context

In 1 Chronicles 11:3, David’s anointing as king over Israel is recorded — the event the Philistines here react to.

2 Samuel 5:3 Historical context

In 2 Samuel 5:3, David is anointed king over Israel — the same event that triggers the Philistine invasion here.

In 2 Samuel 5:17-25, the same battle narrative is given in fuller detail, including David’s inquiries of the Lord before fighting.

In Psalm 2:1-6, the nations rage against the Lord’s anointed — a poetic echo of the Philistines’ hostile response to David’s kingship.