Explaining The Bible on Instagram: "The commander of David’s army was primarily Joab, son of Zeruiah and David’s nephew. Joab led David’s forces in key victories, including the capture of Jerusalem (1 Chronicles 11:6), wars against surrounding nations, and suppression of rebellions like Absalom’s (2 Samuel 18). Though a skilled and loyal general, Joab often acted ruthlessly—such as murdering Abner and Amasa against David’s wishes—and was eventually replaced under Solomon (1 Kings 2). Another not