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and Azariah the son of Nathan was over the officers; and Zabud the son of Nathan was chief minister, [and] the king`s friend;
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The King's Friend
Zabud held the special title "the king's friend." Commentators explain this was not just a casual friendship but a formal position for a close and trusted advisor, a "privy counsellor." This role, previously held by Hushai for King David, highlights the value Solomon placed on intimate, wise counsel at the highest level of his government.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The son of Nathan – It is uncertain whether the Nathan of this verse is the prophet or the son of David mentioned in [Reference 2 Samuel 5:1…
19th Century
Anglican
Son of Nathan. —Probably Nathan, son of David, and own brother of Solomon (1 Chronicles 3:5), is here intended; for th…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And Azariah the son of Nathan [was] over the officers The twelve officers who provided food for Solomon's household …
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In the choice of the chief officials of Solomon's court, his wisdom undoubtedly appeared. Several of them were the same individuals who had served …
