Cabinet
Summary
The group of chief advisers and administrators who served the Hebrew kings in managing the affairs of state.
☩David's Cabinet
King David established a formal system of royal administration with designated officials. His cabinet included Joab as commander of the army, Jehoshaphat as recorder, Zadok and Ahimelech as priests, Seraiah as scribe, and Benaiah over the Cherethites and Pelethites. Ira the Jairite served as David's chief minister or 'priest,' indicating a close advisory role.
☩Solomon's Administration
Solomon refined and expanded his father's administrative system. His cabinet included Azariah as priest, Elihoreph and Ahiah as scribes, Jehoshaphat as recorder, Benaiah as army commander, and Zabud as principal officer and king's friend. He also appointed twelve officers over all Israel who provided victuals for the king and his household.
☩Notable Civil Ministers
Scripture records several remarkable servants who rose to positions of high authority. Joseph became Pharaoh's chief minister in Egypt, with authority over all the land. Ahithophel served as David's counselor whose advice was regarded as the oracle of God. Daniel was elevated to chief of governors in Babylon and later to one of three presidents over the whole kingdom under Darius.
