Then the chief of the fathers and princes of the tribes of Israel, and the captains of thousands and of hundreds, with the rulers of the king's work, offered willingly,
Then the chief of the fathers - or heads of the fathers (1 Chronicles 24:31; 1 Chronicles 27:1).
Princes of the tribes (1 Chronicles 27:16-22).
The rulers of the king's work - those who had charge of the royal demesnes and other possessions (1 Chronicles 27:25-31).
Offered willingly. Influenced by the persuasive address and example of the king, they acted according to their several abilities; and their united contributions amounted to the gross sum-of gold, 5,000 talents and 10,000 drams; and of silver, 10,000 talents, besides brass and iron.