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15 Joab son of Zeruiah was the commander of David’s army. Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud wrote about the things David did. 16 Zadok and Abimelech were the priests. Zadok was Ahitub’s son, and Abimelech was Abiathar’s son. Shavsha was the scribe. 17 Benaiah was responsible for leading the Kerethites and Pelethites.[a] Benaiah was Jehoiada’s son. And David’s sons were important officials. They served at King David’s side.

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  1. 1 Chronicles 18:17 Kerethites and Pelethites These were the king’s bodyguards.

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