2 Samuel 20:24
“And Adoram was over the tribute: and Jehoshaphat the son of Ahilud was recorder:”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And Adoram was over the tribute,.... Or over those that collected and brought it, as the Targum; this was a new office,…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Adoram - Not mentioned before by name or office. Apparently, therefore, the office was not instituted until the latter…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Adoram was over the tribute - Probably the chief receiver of the taxes; or Chancellor of the Exchequer, as we term…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Samuel 20:23-26
Here is an account of the state of David's court after his restoration. Joab retained the office of general, being too…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
Adoram Perhaps the same as Adoniram(1Ki 4:6; 1Ki 5:14), who held the office in Solomon's reign, and Adoram, who held it…