23 Joab was again commander of the whole army of Israel. Benaiah son of Jehoiada was over the Kerethites and Pelethites; 24 Adoniram over the work crews; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was clerk; 25 Sheva was historian; Zadok and Abiathar were priests; 26 Ira the Jairite was David's chaplain.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on 2 Samuel 20:23-26
Commentary on 2 Samuel 20:23-26
(Read 2 Samuel 20:23-26)
Here is the state of David's court, after his restoration. It is well when able men are appointed to discharge public duties; let all seek to perform those duties, as faithful servants to the Son of David.