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-labor 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.