21 And they helped David against the band of the rovers: for they were all mighty men of valour, and were captains in the host.
21 They helped David against raiding bands, for all of them were brave warriors, and they were commanders in his army.
21 They helped David against the band of raiders, for they were all mighty men of valor and were commanders in the army.
21 They helped David in his raids against the desert bandits; they were all stalwart fighters and good leaders among his raiders.
21 And they helped David against the bands of raiders, for they were all mighty men of valor, and they were captains in the army.
21 They helped David chase down bands of raiders, for they were all brave and able warriors who became commanders in his army.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 12:21
Commentary on 1 Chronicles 12:1-22
(Read 1 Chronicles 12:1-22)
Here is an account of those who appeared and acted as David's friends, while he was persecuted. No difficulties or dangers should keep the sinner from coming to the Savior, nor drive the believer from the path of duty. Those who break through, and overcome in these attempts, will find abundant recompence. From the words of Amasai we may learn how to testify our affection and allegiance to the Lord Jesus; his we must be throughly; on his side we must be forward to appear and act. If we are under the influence of the Spirit, we shall desire to have our lot among them, and to declare ourselves on their side; if in faith and love we embrace the cause of Christ, he will receive, employ, and advance us.