2 Samuel 11:16

And it came to pass, when Joab observed the city, that he assigned Uriah unto a place where he knew that valiant men were.

Cross-references

2 Samuel 11:21 Historical context

In 2 Samuel 11:21, Joab cites Abimelech's death to explain the tactic that killed Uriah.

In 2 Samuel 20:10, Joab again kills treacherously—this time Amasa with a hidden sword—paralleling his role in Uriah’s death.

In 2 Samuel 3:27, Joab murders Abner, showing his pattern of violent acts including Uriah's death.

In 2 Samuel 20:9, Joab treacherously kills Amasa, similar to his deceptive role in Uriah's death.

1 Kings 2:5 Historical context

In 1 Kings 2:5, David recalls Joab’s murders of Abner and Amasa, foreshadowing the violent pattern that includes Uriah’s death.

1 Kings 2:31–34 Historical context

In 1 Kings 2:31-34, Solomon executes Joab for his bloodshed, bringing ultimate consequence for his role in Uriah’s murder.

Acts 5:29 Contrast

Acts 5:29 says obey God rather than men—contrasting Joab’s obedience to David’s sinful command with apostles’ defiance of unjust orders.

1 Chronicles 20:1 provides the parallel account of Joab leading the army while David stayed in Jerusalem, leading to Uriah’s death.

Proverbs 29:12 Related theme

Proverbs 29:12 warns that a ruler who listens to lies makes officials wicked—as David’s sin corrupted Joab into murder.