David consulted with his military officers, including those who led groups of a thousand and those who led groups of a hundred.

Ahithophel was the king’s adviser; Hushai the Arkite was the king’s confidant.

The lot for the east gate went to Shelemiah. They then cast lots for his son Zechariah, a wise adviser, and the lot for the north gate went to him.

Jonathan, David’s uncle, was a wise adviser and scribe; Jehiel son of Hacmoni cared for the king’s sons.