Matthew Poole and continuators on 1 Kings 11:24

24 And he gathered men unto him, and became captain over a band , when David slew them of Zobah: and they went to Damascus , and dwelt therein, and reigned in Damascus.

To wit, of Soldiers, who fled and dispersed themselves upon that Defeat, 2 Sam. 10. and others who readily joyned themselves with them, and lived by Robbery, as many Arabians did.

When they were increased in number and strength.

And took it, whilst Solomon was wallowing in Luxury, and grown Effeminate.

Marginal references: 2 Sam▪ 8. 3. and 10. 18.