2 Samuel 3:38

And the king said unto his servants, Know ye not that there is a prince and a great man fallen this day in Israel?

Cross-references

2 Samuel 3:12 Historical context

2 Samuel 3:12 shows Abner seeking David's covenant to bring all Israel — illustrating why David calls him a prince and great man.

2 Samuel 2:8 Historical context

2 Samuel 2:8 establishes Abner as Saul's commander who made Ish-bosheth king — explaining his stature as a prince in Israel.

1 Samuel 14:50 Historical context

1 Samuel 14:50 identifies Abner as Saul's uncle and army commander — confirming his noble status as a great man.