1 Chronicles 11:33
1 Chronicles 11:33 in Multiple Translations
Azmaveth the Baharumite, Eliahba the Shaalbonite,
Azmaveth the Baharumite, Eliahba the Shaalbonite,
Azmaveth the Baharumite, Eliahba the Shaalbonite,
Azmaveth of Bahurim, Eliahba the Shaalbonite,
Azmaveth the Baharumite; Eliahba the Shaalbonite;
Azmaueth the Baharumite, Elihaba the Shaalbonite,
Azmaveth the Baharumite, Eliahba the Shaalbonite,
Azmaveth the Baharumite, Eliahba the Shaalbonite,
Azmaveth the Baharumite, Eliahba the Shaalbonite,
The sons of Assem a, Gezonite, Jonathan the son of Sage an Ararite,
Azmaveth, from Baharum town; Eliahba, from Shaalbon town;
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 11:33
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1 Chronicles 11:33 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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עַזְמָ֨וֶת֙
הַ/בַּ֣חֲרוּמִ֔י
אֶלְיַחְבָּ֖א
הַ/שַּׁעַלְבֹנִֽי
עַזְמָ֨וֶת֙
ʻAzmâveth
H5820
Azmaveth
N-proper
הַ/בַּ֣חֲרוּמִ֔י
Bachărûwmîy
H978
Baharumite
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אֶלְיַחְבָּ֖א
ʼElyachbâʼ
H455
Eliahba
N-proper
הַ/שַּׁעַלְבֹנִֽי
Shaʻalbônîy
H8170
Shaalbonite
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 11:33
עַזְמָ֨וֶת֙
ʻAzmâveth
H5820
"Azmaveth"
N-proper
Azmaveth means strong unto death and is the name of three Israelites and a place in Palestine, also known as Beth-azmaveth. It appears in the book of Numbers and is associated with the tribe of Benjamin. This name signifies strength and endurance.
Definition: Azmaveth = "strong unto death" a place in Benjamin; Another name of bet az.ma.vet (בֵּית־עַזְמָ֫וֶת "Beth-azmaveth" H1041)
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Azmaveth. See also H1041 (בֵּית עַזְמָוֶת). See also: 2 Samuel 23:31; 1 Chronicles 12:3; Nehemiah 12:29.
הַ/בַּ֣חֲרוּמִ֔י
Bachărûwmîy
H978
"Baharumite"
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A person from Bahurim is called a Baharumite, as seen in 2 Samuel. Bahurim means 'choice youths' and refers to a group of young people. The KJV translates it as 'Baharumite'.
Definition: Group of ba.chu.rim (בַּחֻרִים "Bahurim" H0980) § Baharumite = "choice youths" an inhabitant or descendant of Bahurim
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Baharumite. See also: 1 Chronicles 11:33.
אֶלְיַחְבָּ֖א
ʼElyachbâʼ
H455
"Eliahba"
N-proper
Eliahba was a brave warrior in King David's army, mentioned in 2 Samuel. His name means God hides, and he was one of David's mighty men. Eliahba is listed among the heroes of David's time.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.23.32 § Eliahba = "God hides" one of David's mighty warriors
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Eliahbah. See also: 2 Samuel 23:32; 1 Chronicles 11:33.
הַ/שַּׁעַלְבֹנִֽי
Shaʻalbônîy
H8170
"Shaalbonite"
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A Shaalbonite is an inhabitant of Shaalbin, a place in Israel. This term is used in 2 Samuel 23:32 to describe one of David's mighty men. The name Shaalbin means place of foxes.
Definition: Group of sha.al.vim (שַׁעַלְבִים "Shaalbim" H8169) § Shaalbonite, of Shaalbim "place of foxes" an inhabitant of Shaalbim or Shaalabbin
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Shaalbonite. See also: 2 Samuel 23:32; 1 Chronicles 11:33.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 11:33
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Context — David’s Mighty Men
31Ithai son of Ribai from Gibeah of the Benjamites, Benaiah the Pirathonite,
32Hurai from the brooks of Gaash, Abiel the Arbathite,
33Azmaveth the Baharumite, Eliahba the Shaalbonite,
34the sons of Hashem the Gizonite, Jonathan son of Shagee the Hararite, 35Ahiam son of Sachar the Hararite, Eliphal son of Ur,1 Chronicles 11:33 Summary
This verse lists two of David's mighty men, Azmaveth and Eliahba, who were known for their bravery and loyalty. They were part of a larger group of men who were faithful to David and helped him establish his kingdom, as seen in 2 Samuel 5:1-12. Just like these men, we can strive to be faithful and courageous in our own lives, using our unique gifts and abilities to serve God and others, as encouraged in 1 Corinthians 12:4-11. By looking to their example, we can learn to trust God and be loyal to Him, even in difficult circumstances, as seen in Psalm 23:4 and Isaiah 43:2.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Azmaveth the Baharumite mentioned in 1 Chronicles 11:33?
Azmaveth is one of David's mighty men, known for their bravery and loyalty, as seen in 1 Chronicles 11:10-47, and their stories are also reflected in 2 Samuel 23:8-39, which lists David's mighty men, highlighting their faithfulness and military prowess.
What can we learn from the fact that these men are listed by their lineage and hometown?
The fact that these men are listed by their lineage and hometown, such as Azmaveth the Baharumite and Eliahba the Shaalbonite, suggests that their identity and sense of belonging were closely tied to their family and community, much like the biblical concept of being part of the family of God, as seen in Ephesians 2:19 and 1 Peter 2:9-10.
How does this verse fit into the larger narrative of 1 Chronicles?
This verse is part of a larger list of David's mighty men in 1 Chronicles 11:10-47, which highlights their importance in David's kingdom and their role in establishing his reign, as prophesied in 1 Samuel 16:1-13 and fulfilled in 2 Samuel 5:1-12.
What does this verse reveal about God's character?
This verse reveals that God values courage, loyalty, and faithfulness, as seen in the lives of Azmaveth and Eliahba, and that He often uses ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things, as seen in 1 Corinthians 1:26-31 and Judges 7:1-25.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to be a 'mighty man' of God, and how can I strive to be one in my own life, as described in Psalm 138:8 and 2 Timothy 2:1-7?
- How can I, like Azmaveth and Eliahba, find my identity and sense of purpose in my relationship with God and my community, as seen in Romans 12:3-8 and 1 Corinthians 12:12-31?
- What are some ways that I can demonstrate courage and loyalty in my own life, like the mighty men of David, as encouraged in Joshua 1:6-9 and Hebrews 13:5-6?
- How can I use my unique gifts and abilities to serve God and others, like the men listed in this verse, as seen in 1 Peter 4:10-11 and Matthew 25:14-30?
- What does this verse teach me about the importance of community and fellowship with other believers, as emphasized in Acts 2:42-47 and Hebrews 10:24-25?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 11:33
[See comments on 1 Chronicles 11:1]
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 11:33
Ithai the son of Ribai of Gibeah, that pertained to the children of Benjamin, Benaiah the Pirathonite, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 11:33
(33) Baharumite—of Bahurim, the town of Shimei (2 Samuel 16:5; 2 Samuel 3:16), in Benjamin. Samuel has the transposed form, “Barhumite.” Eliahba—God hideth.Shaalbonite—of Shaalbim (Judges i 35; Joshua 19:42), a Danite town near Ajalon.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 11:33
33. Baharumite] In 2 Samuel 23:31 “Barhumite.” We should read in both places, Bahurimite, i.e. “inhabitant of Bahurim,” a town of Benjamin (2 Samuel 3:16). Shaalbonite] i.e. “inhabitant of Shaalbim” (Judges 1:35), or “Shaalabbin” (Joshua 19:42), a town in Dan.