2 Samuel 15:36

Behold, they have there with them their two sons, Ahimaaz Zadok’s son, and Jonathan Abiathar’s son; and by them ye shall send unto me every thing that ye can hear.

Cross-reference

In 2 Samuel 15:27, David names Ahimaaz and Jonathan as the sons who will carry messages, providing the identities implied in verse 36.

In 2 Samuel 17:17, Ahimaaz and Jonathan actively relay intelligence to David, fulfilling their assigned role from verse 36.

In 2 Samuel 18:19-33, Ahimaaz brings David the news of Absalom's death, continuing his role as a trusted messenger.

2 Samuel 19:11 Related theme

In 2 Samuel 19:11, David sends word to Zadok and Abiathar to help orchestrate his return, again using these priests.

1 Chronicles 6:8 identifies Ahimaaz as son of Zadok, confirming he is the priestly messenger David sends to gather intelligence.

1 Chronicles 6:53 again lists Ahimaaz as Zadok's son, reinforcing his priestly lineage and role in David's plan.