16. Joab the son of Zeruiah was the commander in chief of the army.Jehoshaphat the son of Ahilud kept the government records.
17. Zadok the son of Ahitub, and Abiathar the son of Ahimelech, were the priests.Seraiah was the secretary.
18. Benaiah the son of Jehoiada was the commander of David's bodyguard.David's sons were priests.