יהושע, פרק כ״ב, פסוק י״ד

The unfolding situation carried deep consequences for the entire nation of Israel. Because the stakes were so high, a highly distinguished delegation was assembled to address the matter. This group was led by the son of the High Priest, who was joined by ten prominent leaders [ביאור שטיינזלץ].

Each of these ten men held the highest rank within his respective tribe as the head of his ancestral house. They were established authorities, serving as the primary leaders over the thousands of people who made up the nation [מצודת דוד, רד״ק].