31
All these were stewards of King David's property.
32
Jonathan, David's uncle, was a counselor, being a man of understanding and a scribe; he and Jehi'el the son of Hach'moni attended the king's sons.
33
Ahith'ophel was the king's counselor, and Hushai the Archite was the king's friend.
34
Ahith'ophel was succeeded by Jehoi'ada the son of Benai'ah, and Abi'athar. Jo'ab was commander of the king's army.
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