Commentaries:
Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown
But Zadok the priest—He had been high priest in the tabernacle at Gibeon under Saul (I Chronicles 16:39). David, on his accession, had conjoined him and Abiathar equal in the exercise of their high functions (II Samuel 8:17; II Samuel 15:24, II Samuel 15:29, II Samuel 15:35). But it is extremely probable that some cause of jealousy or discord between them had arisen, and hence each lent his countenance and support to opposite parties.
Benaiah—Distinguished for his bravery (I Samuel 23:20), he had been appointed captain of the king's bodyguard (II Samuel 8:18; II Samuel 20:23; I Chronicles 18:17), and was regarded by Joab as a rival.
Nathan the prophet—He was held in high estimation by David, and stood on the most intimate relations with the royal family (II Samuel 12:25).
Shimei—probably the person of this name who was afterwards enrolled among Solomon's great officers (I Kings 4:18).
Rei—supposed to be the same as Ira (II Samuel 20:26).
and the mighty men—the select band of worthies.
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