8:13 David became famous 6 when he returned from defeating the Arameans 7 in the Valley of Salt, he defeated 8 18,000 in all. 8:14 He placed garrisons throughout Edom, 9 and all the Edomites became David’s subjects. The Lord protected David wherever he campaigned. 8:15 David reigned over all Israel; he guaranteed justice for all his people. 10
8:16 Joab son of Zeruiah was general in command of 11 the army; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was secretary; 8:17 Zadok son of Ahitub and Ahimelech son of Abiathar 12 were priests; Seraiah was scribe; 8:18 Benaiah son of Jehoida supervised 13 the Kerithites and Pelethites; and David’s sons were priests. 14