1 Kings 1:8 lists the same loyalists (Zadok, Nathan, Benaiah) who refused Adonijah, now executing Solomon's anointing.

1 Kings 1:26 shows Adonijah complaining he was excluded—these same men now anoint Solomon, contrasting exclusion with loyalty.

1 Kings 1:33 records David's command to take Solomon to Gihon on his mule — the direct order that verse 38 carries out.

1 Kings 1:32 has David summoning Zadok, Nathan, and Benaiah — the very men who act in verse 38.

2 Samuel 8:18 identifies Benaiah as commander of the Cherethites and Pelethites, explaining his leadership in the anointing.

2 Samuel 15:18 shows these same bodyguard units escorting David in exile, now serving Solomon in his coronation.

1 Chronicles 18:17 identifies Benaiah as commander of the Kerethites and Pelethites, explaining their presence in the procession.

2 Samuel 20:7 shows the Kerethites and Pelethites as David's military force under Joab — the same group appearing in verse 38.

2 Samuel 23:20 details Benaiah's heroic exploits, providing background for his prominent role in verse 38.

1 Chronicles 11:22 recounts Benaiah's valiant deeds, paralleling 2 Samuel 23:20 and explaining his presence in the procession.