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.