David's Court. (b. c. 1023.)

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DAVID'S COURT. (B. C. 1023.)

Here is an account of the state of David's court after his restoration. Joab retained the office of general, being too great to be displaced. Benaiah, as before, was captain of the guards. Here is one new office erected, which we had not (2 Samuel 8:16-18), that of treasurer, or one over the tribute, for it was not till towards the latter end of his time that David began to raise taxes. Adoram was long in this office, but it cost him his life at last, 1 Kings 12:18.

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Matthew Henry on 2 Samuel 20:23-262 Samuel 20:23-26 · Matthew Henry Concise CommentaryHere 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.

commentaryMatthew Henry on 2 Samuel 20:23-26Here 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.Matthew Henry