דברי הימים א, פרק כ״ז, פסוק ט״ז

The leadership structure of the nation included not only military command but also civil and tribal leadership. The primary approach among commentators is that after detailing the heroes and division commanders responsible for the army units, a new list begins. This roster focuses on the ministers and presidents appointed to govern the tribes of Israel.

This civilian appointment was a completely separate and additional role to the military command. Within this framework, each individual tribe was given a special minister chosen directly from the members of the tribe itself [מצודת דוד]. These appointed figures held a title designating them as president and leader, ensuring that every group had dedicated internal guidance.