1 Chronicles 11:43
1 Chronicles 11:43 in Multiple Translations
Hanan son of Maacah, Joshaphat the Mithnite,
Hanan the son of Maachah, and Joshaphat the Mithnite,
Hanan the son of Maacah, and Joshaphat the Mithnite,
Hanan, the son of Maacah, and Joshaphat the Mithnite,
Hanan, son of Maacah; Joshaphat the Mithnite;
Hanan the sonne of Maachah, and Ioshaphat the Mithnite,
Hanan son of Maachah, and Joshaphat the Mithnite,
Hanan the son of Maacah, Joshaphat the Mithnite,
Hanan the son of Maachah, and Joshaphat the Mithnite,
Hanan the son of Maacha, and Josaphat a Mathanite,
Hanan the son of Maacah; Joshaphat from Mithna town/clan;
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 11:43
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1 Chronicles 11:43 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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חָנָן֙
בֶּֽן
מַעֲכָ֔ה
וְ/יוֹשָׁפָ֖ט
הַ/מִּתְנִֽי
חָנָן֙
Chânân
H2605
Hanan
N-proper
בֶּֽן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
מַעֲכָ֔ה
Maʻăkâh
H4601
Maacah
N-proper
וְ/יוֹשָׁפָ֖ט
Yôwshâphâṭ
H3146
Joshaphat
Conj | N-proper
הַ/מִּתְנִֽי
Mithnîy
H4981
Mithnite
Art | Ngmsa
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 11:43
חָנָן֙
Chânân
H2605
"Hanan"
N-proper
Hanan was a common name in the Bible, given to several Israelites, including a son of Igdaliah and a mighty warrior of King David, meaning 'he is merciful'.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at Jer.35.4; son of: Igdaliah (H3012) § Canan or Hanan = "he is merciful" 1) one of the chief people of the tribe of Benjamin 2) last of the 6 sons of Azel, a descendant of Saul 3) son of Maachah, one of David's mighty warriors 4) father of some sons who returned from exile with Zerubbabel 5) one of the Levites who assisted Ezra in his public exposition of the law 6) one of the heads of the people who also sealed the covenant with Nehemiah 7) another of the chief laymen who also sealed the covenant with Nehemiah 8) son of Zaccur, grandson of Mattaniah whom Nehemiah made one of the storekeepers of the provisions collected as tithes. Same as 5 ? 9) son of Igdaliah
Usage: Occurs in 12 OT verses. KJV: Canan. See also: 1 Chronicles 8:23; Nehemiah 8:7; Jeremiah 35:4.
בֶּֽן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
מַעֲכָ֔ה
Maʻăkâh
H4601
"Maacah"
N-proper
Maacah is a name that refers to a place in Syria, several Israelites, and some women, meaning 'oppression'. It's also the name of a city with a king in Israel. The name appears in the Bible as 'Maachah' or 'Maacah'.
Definition: Maachah = "oppression" a city with a king that continued within Israel Also named: ma.a.kha.ti (מַעֲכָתִי "Maacathite" H4602)
Usage: Occurs in 23 OT verses. KJV: Maachah, Maachathites. See also H1038 (בֵּית מַעֲכָה). See also: Genesis 22:24; 1 Chronicles 7:15; 2 Chronicles 15:16.
וְ/יוֹשָׁפָ֖ט
Yôwshâphâṭ
H3146
"Joshaphat"
Conj | N-proper
Joshaphat means 'Jehovah judges' in Hebrew. He was a mighty warrior and priest in David's time, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 15:24. His name shows God's judgment and righteousness.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.15.24 § Joshaphat or Jehoshaphat = "Jehovah judges" 1) one of David's mighty warriors 2) a priest and trumpeter in the time of David
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Joshaphat. See also: 1 Chronicles 11:43; 1 Chronicles 15:24.
הַ/מִּתְנִֽי
Mithnîy
H4981
"Mithnite"
Art | Ngmsa
A Mithnite was someone from the town of Methen, and one notable Mithnite was Joshaphat, a guard of King David. The name Mithnite may mean athlete, but its exact meaning is unknown. Mithnites are mentioned in 1 Chronicles 11:43.
Definition: Someone descended from Mithn(?), only mentioned at 1Ch.11.43 § Mithnite = "athlete" 1) unknown derivation 1a) used in description of Joshaphat, one of David's guards
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Mithnite. See also: 1 Chronicles 11:43.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 11:43
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Context — David’s Mighty Men
41Uriah the Hittite, Zabad son of Ahlai,
42Adina son of Shiza the Reubenite, chief of the Reubenites, and the thirty with him,
43Hanan son of Maacah, Joshaphat the Mithnite,
44Uzzia the Ashterathite, Shama and Jeiel the sons of Hotham the Aroerite, 45Jediael son of Shimri and his brother Joha the Tizite,1 Chronicles 11:43 Summary
This verse, 1 Chronicles 11:43, lists two of King David's brave warriors, Hanan son of Maacah and Joshaphat the Mithnite, who fought alongside him and trusted in God's power, as seen in Psalms 20:7 and Psalms 28:7. Just like these men, we can trust in God's strength and provision, as promised in Jeremiah 29:11 and Philippians 4:13. By following their example, we can offer our own unique gifts and talents to serve God and His kingdom, and cultivate a sense of community and fellowship with other believers, as encouraged in Galatians 6:2 and Ephesians 4:16.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Hanan son of Maacah mentioned in 1 Chronicles 11:43?
The Bible does not provide much information about Hanan son of Maacah, but we can infer that he was a brave warrior who fought alongside King David, as seen in 1 Chronicles 11:43 and other surrounding verses such as 1 Chronicles 11:41-45.
What is the significance of Joshaphat the Mithnite in this verse?
Joshaphat the Mithnite is listed among the mighty men of David, indicating that he was a skilled and courageous fighter, similar to those mentioned in 2 Samuel 23:8-39, who played a crucial role in David's military campaigns.
Why are these specific individuals mentioned in 1 Chronicles 11:43?
These individuals, including Hanan son of Maacah and Joshaphat the Mithnite, are mentioned as part of the list of David's mighty men, highlighting their importance in his kingdom and military, as also seen in 1 Samuel 22:1-2, where David gathers his first followers.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of 1 Chronicles?
This verse is part of a larger list of David's mighty men, which emphasizes God's provision and blessing on David's kingdom, as stated in 1 Chronicles 11:1-9 and 1 Chronicles 12:1-40, demonstrating God's faithfulness to His people, as promised in Genesis 12:2 and Genesis 17:6.
Reflection Questions
- What can we learn from the bravery and loyalty of Hanan son of Maacah and Joshaphat the Mithnite, and how can we apply these qualities to our own lives?
- How does the mention of these specific individuals in 1 Chronicles 11:43 encourage us to trust in God's sovereignty and provision, as seen in Psalms 37:3-7 and Proverbs 3:5-6?
- In what ways can we, like the mighty men of David, offer our unique skills and talents to serve God and His kingdom, as encouraged in Romans 12:4-8 and 1 Corinthians 12:4-11?
- How does this verse remind us of the importance of community and fellowship, as seen in Acts 2:42-47 and Hebrews 10:24-25, and how can we cultivate these values in our own lives?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 11:43
[See comments on 1 Chronicles 11:1]
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 11:43
(43) Joshaphat the Mithnite.—The LXX. has “the Mathanite,” or “the Bethanite.” Syriac, “Azi of Anathoth” !