2 Samuel 22:38

I have pursued mine enemies, and destroyed them; and turned not again until I had consumed them.

Cross-reference

2 Samuel 5:18–25 Historical context

2 Samuel 5:18-25 shows David actually pursuing and destroying Philistines, a specific instance of the pattern declared here.

2 Samuel 8:1 Historical context

2 Samuel 8:1 records David's conquest of the Philistines, exemplifying the complete destruction of enemies described here.

2 Samuel 8:2 Historical context

2 Samuel 8:2 describes David's defeat of Moab, another instance of pursuing enemies until they are subdued.

2 Samuel 8:13 Historical context

2 Samuel 8:13 recounts David's victory over Edom, illustrating the relentless pursuit and destruction of enemies.

2 Samuel 8:14 Historical context

2 Samuel 8:14 shows the aftermath of David's conquest—Edom subdued, fulfilling the 'consumed' enemies theme.

Psalm 21:8 Parallel

Psalm 21:8 declares that God's hand will find out all enemies, mirroring David's confidence in pursuit and destruction.

Deuteronomy 28:7 Historical context

Deuteronomy 28:7 promises that God will cause enemies to be defeated before Israel — David's pursuit here shows that covenant blessing in action.

1 Chronicles 17:8 Prophetic fulfillment

1 Chronicles 17:8 records God's promise to cut off all David's enemies — this song testifies that God kept that promise.