2 Samuel 8:14-16

New International Reader's Version

¹⁴He stationed some soldiers all through Edom. The whole nation of Edom was brought under David’s rule. The Lord helped him win his battles everywhere he went.

David’s Officials

¹⁵David ruled over the whole nation of Israel. He did what was fair and right for all his people. ¹⁶Joab, the son of Zeruiah, was commander over the army. Jehoshaphat, the son of Ahilud, kept the records.

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2 Samuel 8:14-16

New International Version

¹⁴He put garrisons throughout Edom, and all the Edomites^(A) became subject to David.^(B) The Lord gave David victory^(C) wherever he went.^(D)

David’s Officials^(E)

¹⁵David reigned over all Israel, doing what was just and right^(F) for all his people. ¹⁶Joab^(G) son of Zeruiah was over the army; Jehoshaphat^(H) son of Ahilud was recorder;^(I)