2 Samuel 20:25
New International Version
Sheva was secretary; Zadok and Abiathar were priests;

New Living Translation
Sheva was the court secretary. Zadok and Abiathar were the priests.

English Standard Version
and Sheva was secretary; and Zadok and Abiathar were priests;

Berean Standard Bible
Sheva was the scribe; Zadok and Abiathar were priests;

King James Bible
And Sheva was scribe: and Zadok and Abiathar were the priests:

New King James Version
Sheva was scribe; Zadok and Abiathar were the priests;

New American Standard Bible
and Sheva was scribe, and Zadok and Abiathar were priests;

NASB 1995
and Sheva was scribe, and Zadok and Abiathar were priests;

NASB 1977
and Sheva was scribe, and Zadok and Abiathar were priests;

Legacy Standard Bible
and Sheva was scribe, and Zadok and Abiathar were priests;

Amplified Bible
Sheva was the scribe; and Zadok and Abiathar were priests;

Christian Standard Bible
Sheva was court secretary; Zadok and Abiathar were priests;

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Sheva was court secretary; Zadok and Abiathar were priests;

American Standard Version
and Sheva was scribe; and Zadok and Abiathar were priests;

Contemporary English Version
Sheva was the secretary. Zadok and Abiathar were the priests.

English Revised Version
and Sheva was scribe: and Zadok and Abiathar were priests:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Sheva was the royal scribe. Zadok and Abiathar were priests.

Good News Translation
Sheva was the court secretary; Zadok and Abiathar were the priests,

International Standard Version
Sheva was secretary, Zadok and Abiathar were priests,

Majority Standard Bible
Sheva was the scribe; Zadok and Abiathar were priests;

NET Bible
Sheva was the scribe, and Zadok and Abiathar were the priests.

New Heart English Bible
and Shisha was scribe; and Zadok and Abiathar were priests;

Webster's Bible Translation
And Sheva was scribe: and Zadok and Abiathar were the priests:

World English Bible
Sheva was scribe, Zadok and Abiathar were priests,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Sheva [is] scribe, and Zadok and Abiathar [are] priests,

Young's Literal Translation
and Sheva is scribe, and Zadok and Abiathar are priests,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Sheva the scribe: and Zadok and Abiathar the priests.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Siva was scribe: and Sadoc and Abiathar, priests.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Now Sheva was the scribe. And truly Zadok and Abiathar were the priests.

New American Bible
Shawsha was the scribe. Zadok and Abiathar were priests.

New Revised Standard Version
Sheva was secretary; Zadok and Abiathar were priests;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And Sheriah was the scribe, and Zadok and Abiathar were the priests.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Sharia the Scribe and Tsaduq and Abiathar the Priests
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and Sheva was scribe; and Zadok and Abiathar were priests;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Susa was scribe: and Sadoc and Abiathar were priests.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
Sheba's Rebellion
24Adoram was in charge of the forced labor; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was the recorder; 25Sheva was the scribe; Zadok and Abiathar were priests; 26and Ira the Jairite was David’s priest.…

Cross References
1 Kings 4:3
Elihoreph and Ahijah, the sons of Shisha, were secretaries; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was the recorder;

1 Chronicles 18:16
Zadok son of Ahitub and Ahimelech son of Abiathar were priests; Shavsha was the scribe;

1 Chronicles 24:6
The scribe, Shemaiah son of Nethanel, a Levite, recorded their names in the presence of the king and of the officers: Zadok the priest, Ahimelech son of Abiathar, and the heads of families of the priests and the Levites—one family being taken from Eleazar, and then one from Ithamar.

1 Chronicles 24:31
As their brothers the descendants of Aaron did, they also cast lots in the presence of King David and of Zadok, Ahimelech, and the heads of the families of the priests and Levites—the family heads and their younger brothers alike.

1 Chronicles 6:8-10
Ahitub was the father of Zadok, Zadok was the father of Ahimaaz, / Ahimaaz was the father of Azariah, Azariah was the father of Johanan, / Johanan was the father of Azariah, who served as priest in the temple that Solomon built in Jerusalem,

1 Chronicles 6:50-53
These were the descendants of Aaron: Eleazar his son, Phinehas his son, Abishua his son, / Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son, / Meraioth his son, Amariah his son, Ahitub his son, ...

1 Chronicles 24:3
With the help of Eleazar’s descendant Zadok and Ithamar’s descendant Ahimelech, David divided them according to the offices of their service.

1 Chronicles 24:19
This was their appointed order for service when they entered the house of the LORD, according to the regulations prescribed for them by their forefather Aaron, as the LORD, the God of Israel, had commanded him.

1 Chronicles 24:31
As their brothers the descendants of Aaron did, they also cast lots in the presence of King David and of Zadok, Ahimelech, and the heads of the families of the priests and Levites—the family heads and their younger brothers alike.

1 Chronicles 24:5
Thus they were divided by lot, for there were officers of the sanctuary and officers of God among both Eleazar’s and Ithamar’s descendants.

1 Chronicles 24:31
As their brothers the descendants of Aaron did, they also cast lots in the presence of King David and of Zadok, Ahimelech, and the heads of the families of the priests and Levites—the family heads and their younger brothers alike.

1 Chronicles 24:6
The scribe, Shemaiah son of Nethanel, a Levite, recorded their names in the presence of the king and of the officers: Zadok the priest, Ahimelech son of Abiathar, and the heads of families of the priests and the Levites—one family being taken from Eleazar, and then one from Ithamar.

1 Chronicles 24:31
As their brothers the descendants of Aaron did, they also cast lots in the presence of King David and of Zadok, Ahimelech, and the heads of the families of the priests and Levites—the family heads and their younger brothers alike.

1 Chronicles 24:31
As their brothers the descendants of Aaron did, they also cast lots in the presence of King David and of Zadok, Ahimelech, and the heads of the families of the priests and Levites—the family heads and their younger brothers alike.

1 Chronicles 24:31
As their brothers the descendants of Aaron did, they also cast lots in the presence of King David and of Zadok, Ahimelech, and the heads of the families of the priests and Levites—the family heads and their younger brothers alike.


Treasury of Scripture

And Sheva was scribe: and Zadok and Abiathar were the priests:

Sheva

2 Samuel 8:17
And Zadok the son of Ahitub, and Ahimelech the son of Abiathar, were the priests; and Seraiah was the scribe;

1 Kings 4:4
And Benaiah the son of Jehoiada was over the host: and Zadok and Abiathar were the priests:

1 Chronicles 18:16
And Zadok the son of Ahitub, and Abimelech the son of Abiathar, were the priests; and Shavsha was scribe;

Shavsha

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2 Samuel 20
1. By occasion of the quarrel, Sheba rebels in Israel
3. David's ten concubines are put in confinement for life
4. Amasa, made captain over Judah, is slain by Joab
14. Joab pursues Sheba to Abel
16. A wise woman saves the city by Sheba's head
23. David's officers














Sheva was the scribe
The role of the scribe in ancient Israel was crucial, as scribes were responsible for recording important documents, maintaining records, and sometimes serving as advisors. The Hebrew word for scribe, "sōpēr," indicates someone who counts or writes. In the context of King David's reign, the scribe would have been a key figure in the administration, ensuring that the king's decrees and the nation's laws were accurately documented. Sheva's position highlights the importance of literacy and record-keeping in maintaining the order and governance of the kingdom. This role also underscores the value of wisdom and knowledge, as scribes were often among the most educated individuals in society.

Zadok and Abiathar were priests
The mention of Zadok and Abiathar as priests reflects the dual priesthood that existed during King David's reign. Zadok, from the line of Eleazar, and Abiathar, from the line of Ithamar, served together, representing a balance of power and tradition within the religious leadership of Israel. The Hebrew term for priest, "kōhēn," signifies one who serves in sacred duties, mediating between God and the people. This dual priesthood is significant in the historical context, as it demonstrates the unity and cooperation necessary for the spiritual leadership of the nation. Zadok's lineage would later become the sole priestly line under Solomon, emphasizing the continuity and divine favor upon his descendants. The presence of both priests in this verse highlights the importance of spiritual guidance and the centrality of worship in the life of Israel, reminding believers of the need for faithful and righteous leaders in both religious and secular spheres.

(25) Sheva.--This officer is called Seraiah in 2Samuel 8:17. Nearly all the officers mentioned here are the same as in 2Samuel 8:16-18, where see the Notes.

Verse 25. - Sheva. He is called Seraiah in 2 Samuel 8:17.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Sheva
וּשְׁוָ֖א (ū·šə·wā)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7724: Sheva -- two Israelites

was the scribe;
סֹפֵ֑ר (sō·p̄êr)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5608: To count, recount, relate

Zadok
וְצָד֥וֹק (wə·ṣā·ḏō·wq)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6659: Zadok -- the name of several Israelites

and Abiathar
וְאֶבְיָתָ֖ר (wə·’eḇ·yā·ṯār)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 54: Abiathar -- 'the great one is father', an Israelite priest

were priests;
כֹּהֲנִֽים׃ (kō·hă·nîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 3548: Priest


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