And of the children of Issachar, [which were men] that had understanding of the times, to know what Israel ought to do; the heads of them [were] two hundred; and all their brethren [were] at their commandment.
Ver. 32. That had understanding of the times.] Noscentes scite tempora, a such as well knew what was to be done, and when to do it, by a singular sagacity, gotten by long experience, rather than by skill in astrology. See Esther 1:13. David set a high price upon these; so doth God on such as regard and use the season of well-doing.
Were at their commandment.] They were looked upon as oracular men; and obeyed accordingly.
a Gnari occasionum. - Vat.