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2 Samuel 8:17

2 Samuel 8:18 nasb — Benaiah the son of Jehoiada was over the Cherethites and the Pelethites; and David's sons were chief ministers.

NASB

"Benaiah the son of Jehoiada was over the Cherethites and the Pelethites; and David's sons were chief ministers."

— 2 Samuel 8:18, NASB

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2 Samuel 8 — Context

15

So David reigned over all Israel; and David administered justice and righteousness for all his people.

16

Joab the son of Zeruiah was over the army, and Jehoshaphat the son of Ahilud was recorder.

17

Zadok the son of Ahitub and Ahimelech the son of Abiathar were priests, and Seraiah was secretary.

18

Benaiah the son of Jehoiada was over the Cherethites and the Pelethites; and David's sons were chief ministers.

2 Samuel 8:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Samuel 8:18 say?
2 Samuel 8:18 in the NASB reads: “Benaiah the son of Jehoiada was over the Cherethites and the Pelethites; and David's sons were chief ministers.”
Where is 2 Samuel 8:18 in the Bible?
2 Samuel 8:18 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Samuel, chapter 8, verse 18.
Who wrote 2 Samuel?
2 Samuel is traditionally attributed to Anonymous (traditionally Nathan and Gad). It was written c. 930–722 BC.
What is the book of 2 Samuel about?
2 Samuel records David's reign — his rise to the throne, the conquest of Jerusalem, the eternal covenant God makes with his house, and the moral failure with Bathsheba that fractures his family. From the highs of triumph to the depths of repentance, David remains the messianic prototype.
What are the major themes of 2 Samuel?
2 Samuel explores themes including Davidic Covenant, Sin & Repentance, Kingdom, Mercy, Consequences. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Samuel 8:18.
What translation should I read 2 Samuel 8:18 in?
2 Samuel 8:18 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 2 Samuel 8:18?
2 Samuel 8:18 reads (NASB): “Benaiah the son of Jehoiada was over the Cherethites and the Pelethites; and David's sons were chief ministers.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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