26 and Ira the Jairite was David's priest.
Other Translations of 2 Samuel 20:26
King James Version
26 And Ira also the Jairite was a chief ruler about David.
English Standard Version
26 and Ira the Jairite was also David's priest.
The Message
26 Ira the Jairite was David's chaplain.
New King James Version
26 and Ira the Jairite was a chief minister under David.
New Living Translation
26 And Ira, a descendant of Jair, was David's personal priest.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on 2 Samuel 20:26
Commentary on 2 Samuel 20:23-26
(Read 2 Samuel 20:23-26)
Here is the state of David's court, after his restoration. It is well when able men are appointed to discharge public duties; let all seek to perform those duties, as faithful servants to the Son of David.