Helezחֶלֶץ
Chelets · Hebrew Proper Noun
A Hebrew masculine proper noun representing a person or family name, often indicating geographical origin or tribal lineage in the context of David's mighty men.
the Paltiteהַפַּלְטִי
happalti · Hebrew Proper Noun/Adjective
A Hebrew masculine proper noun used to identify individuals, usually denoting 'son of' or a specific clan identity in the context of genealogies or military lists.
Iraעִירָא
Ira · Hebrew Proper Noun
A Hebrew masculine proper noun. In the context of David's mighty men, it serves as a personal name identifying a specific warrior.
Ikkeshעִקֵּשׁ
Iqqesh · Hebrew Proper Noun
A Hebrew masculine proper noun referring to the father of Ira, signifying lineage within the tribal structure of Israel.
Tekoaתְּקוֹעַ
Teqoa · Hebrew Proper Noun
A Hebrew proper noun for a town in Judah, located south of Jerusalem; frequently associated with the prophet Amos.
Abiezerאֲבִיעֶזֶר
Abiezer · Hebrew Proper Noun
A Hebrew masculine proper noun. Culturally, names often invoked God's attributes; this name signifies 'My Father is help'.
Anathothעֲנָתוֹת
Anathoth · Hebrew Proper Noun
A Hebrew proper noun for a city in the territory of Benjamin, known as the birthplace of the prophet Jeremiah.
Mebunnaiסִבְּכַי
Sibbekai · Hebrew Proper Noun
A Hebrew masculine proper noun for one of David’s mighty men; signifies 'built' or 'constructed'.
the Hushathiteהַחֻשָׁתִי
hachushathi · Hebrew Proper Noun/Adjective
A geographical or clan designation relating to a family or location called Hushah, associated with the tribe of Judah.
Zalmonצַלְמוֹן
Tsalmon · Hebrew Proper Noun
A Hebrew proper noun meaning 'image' or 'likeness'; used here as the name of one of David’s elite warriors.
the Ahohiteהַאֲחֹחִי
haachochi · Hebrew Proper Noun/Adjective
A clan designation derived from Ahoah, a descendant of Benjamin.
Maharaiמַהֲרַי
Maharai · Hebrew Proper Noun
A Hebrew masculine proper noun meaning 'hasty' or 'impetuous'; used here as the name of a warrior.
of Netophahנְטֹפָתִי
Netophathi · Hebrew Proper Noun/Adjective
A town in the region of Bethlehem in Judah; used here to denote the geographical origin of a warrior.
Helebחֵלֶב
Cheleb · Hebrew Proper Noun
A Hebrew proper noun meaning 'fatness' or 'richness'; identifies a specific member of David's mighty men.
Baanahבַּעֲנָה
Baana · Hebrew Proper Noun
A Hebrew masculine proper noun meaning 'in (the) wealth/abundance of' or 'son of Baanah'.
Ittaiאִתַּי
Ittai · Hebrew Proper Noun
A Hebrew masculine proper noun meaning 'with me is God' or 'God is with me', associated with a follower of David.
Ribaiרִיבַי
Ribai · Hebrew Proper Noun
A Hebrew masculine proper noun meaning 'my quarrel' or 'my strife'; identifies the father of Ittai.
Gibeahגִּבְעָה
Gibea · Hebrew Proper Noun
A town in the territory of Benjamin, famously known as the home of Saul and the location of significant events in the history of the united monarchy.
Benjaminבִּנְיָמִין
Binyamin · Hebrew Proper Noun
The son of Jacob (Israel), representing one of the twelve tribes of Israel; known for being a warrior tribe.
Benaiahבְּנָיָהוּ
Benayahu · Hebrew Proper Noun
A Hebrew masculine proper noun meaning 'God has built'; used here as the name of one of David’s prominent military commanders.
of Pirathonפִרְעָתֹנִי
Pirathoni · Hebrew Proper Noun/Adjective
A city in the tribe of Ephraim, used here to identify the place of origin for Benaiah.
Hiddaiחִדַּי
Chiddai · Hebrew Proper Noun
A Hebrew masculine proper noun meaning 'glory' or 'adornment'; used here as the name of a warrior.
Gaashגַּעַשׁ
Gaash · Hebrew Proper Noun
Refers to ravines or wadis near Mount Gaash, a location in the hill country of Ephraim where Joshua was buried.
Arbathiteעַרְבָתִי
Arbathiy · Hebrew Adjective/Gentilic Noun
A designation indicating geographical origin or tribal affiliation, identifying the location or ancestry of a person in the Old Testament. It signifies the identity and social context of the individual within Israelite society.
sonsבֵּן
ben · Hebrew Noun
The common Hebrew term for male offspring. Theologically, it signifies covenantal relationship, inheritance, and the passing down of identity or mission through generations.
Bahurimבַּחוּרִים
Bachurim · Hebrew Proper Noun (Location)
A term used in ancient Israel to denote a specific geographical locality or village. Bahurim is historically known as a place on the Mount of Olives near Jerusalem, associated with the history of David and his flight from Absalom.
Shaalboniteשַׁעַלְבֹנִי
Shaalboniy · Hebrew Adjective/Gentilic Noun
Refers to a person from Shaalbon, a location associated with the tribe of Dan. Like other gentilic nouns, it marks the subject’s regional origin and belonging within the tribal structure of Israel.
Harariteהֲרָרִי
Harariy · Hebrew Adjective/Gentilic Noun
A term indicating a person hailing from the region of Harar. It is used here to identify one of the 'mighty men' (gibborim) of David, grounding his status in his regional origin.
Carmelכַּרְמֶל
Karmel · Hebrew Proper Noun (Location)
A region or city mentioned in the Bible, most notably associated with the location where Nabal resided and where Abigail was from. It represents a specific district within the territory of Judah.
Giloniteגִלֹנִי
Giloniy · Hebrew Adjective/Gentilic Noun
A term denoting a person from the city of Gilo, a town in the hill country of Judah. This identifier is historically significant as the home of Ahithophel, the counselor who defected from David to Absalom.
son ofבֵּן
ben · Hebrew Noun
A general designation for a male descendant or member of a specific family, tribe, or group. In biblical contexts, it often denotes lineage, heritage, or tribal affiliation.
the Gaditeגָּדִי
gadi · Hebrew Noun
A term referring to a member of the tribe of Gad, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. It denotes one belonging to the clan or territory descended from Gad, Jacob’s son.
the Ammoniteעַמּוֹנִי
ammoni · Hebrew Noun
A term referring to someone originating from the nation of Ammon, a people descended from Lot. In the Old Testament, the Ammonites were often adversaries of Israel, making the presence of an Ammonite in David’s elite guard noteworthy.
armor-bearerנשֵׂא כֵלִים
nose kelim · Hebrew Noun phrase
An individual tasked with carrying the weapons and protective gear of a warrior or leader. This role implies trust, close proximity to the leader in battle, and personal military skill.
the Hittiteחִתִּי
hitti · Hebrew Noun
A descriptor for a person belonging to the ethnic or national group known as the Hittites. In the Bible, this refers to inhabitants of the region of Heth (Canaan), and mention of this identity highlights the diverse, inclusive nature of David's military coalition.
