23 Joab was the commander of Israel's entire army.Benaiah the son of Jehoiada was in command of David's bodyguard.
24 Adoram was in charge of the slave labour force.Jehoshaphat the son of Ahilud kept government records.
25 Sheva was the secretary.Zadok and Abiathar were the priests.
26 Ira from Jair was David's priest.