2 Samuel 9:4 reveals that Machir hosted Mephibosheth in Lo-debar — now he brings supplies to David.

2 Samuel 10:2 explains David's kindness to Hanun, Nahash's son — background for Shobi's loyalty to David here.

2 Samuel 19:31 shows Barzillai escorting David across the Jordan — continuing the story of this Gileadite supporter.

2 Samuel 19:32 continues Barzillai's story, detailing his old age and provision for David during his stay at Mahanaim.

2 Samuel 16:1 describes Ziba bringing provisions to David just before the men of 17:27 meet him, part of the same narrative.

2 Samuel 10:1 introduces the death of Nahash king of Ammon — father of Shobi, who now comes to David's aid.

2 Samuel 12:29 recounts David's conquest of Rabbah — the city Shobi is from, showing why he might support David.

2 Samuel 2:8 mentions Mahanaim as Ish-Bosheth's capital, the same city where David later sought refuge.

1 Kings 2:7 records David's dying charge to Solomon to show kindness to Barzillai's sons for helping him flee Absalom.

1 Samuel 11:1 describes Nahash the Ammonite attacking Jabesh-gilead — the same Nahash whose son Shobi now helps David.

Genesis 32:2 names Mahanaim as the place where Jacob met God's camp, the same city David fled to.

1 Kings 4:14 lists Mahanaim as a district under Solomon's governor, showing the city's later administrative role.

1 Chronicles 6:80 includes Mahanaim among Levitical cities in Gad, the same city where David stayed.

Ezra 2:61 traces a priestly family claiming descent from Barzillai the Gileadite, showing his name's legacy.

Joshua 13:26 lists Mahanaim as a border town in Gad's allotment, the same location David reached.