2 Samuel 23:31
2 Samuel 23:31 in Multiple Translations
Abi-albon the Arbathite, Azmaveth the Barhumite,
Abi-albon the Arbathite, Azmaveth the Barhumite,
Abi-albon the Arbathite, Azmaveth the Barhumite,
Abiel the Arbathite, Azmaveth of Bahurim,
Abi-albon the Arbathite; Azmaveth the Baharumite;
Abi-albon the Arbathite: Azmaueth the Barhumite:
Abi-Albon the Arbathite, Azmaveth the Barhumite,
Abialbon the Arbathite, Azmaveth the Barhumite,
Abi-albon the Arbathite, Azmaveth the Barhumite,
Abialbon the Arbathite, Azmaveth of Beromi,
Abi-Albon, from the clan of Arabah; Azmaveth, from Bahurim town;
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Samuel 23:31
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2 Samuel 23:31 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אֲבִֽי
עַלְבוֹן֙
הָֽ/עַרְבָתִ֔י
עַזְמָ֖וֶת
הַ/בַּרְחֻמִֽי
אֲבִֽי
ʼĂbîy-ʻalbôwn
H45
Abi-albon
N-proper
עַלְבוֹן֙
ʼĂbîy-ʻalbôwn
H45
Abi-albon
N-proper
הָֽ/עַרְבָתִ֔י
ʻArbâthîy
H6164
Arbathite
Art | Ngmsa
עַזְמָ֖וֶת
ʻAzmâveth
H5820
Azmaveth
N-proper
הַ/בַּרְחֻמִֽי
Barchumîy
H1273
Bahurite
Art | Ngmsa
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Samuel 23:31
אֲבִֽי
ʼĂbîy-ʻalbôwn
H45
"Abi-albon"
N-proper
Abi-albon was an Israelite who lived during the United Monarchy and was one of David's mighty men. His name means El is my father.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.23.31 Also named: a.vi.el (אֲבִיאֵל "Abiel" H0022H) § Abialbon = "El (God) is my father" one of David's mighty men (hero)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Abialbon. See also: 2 Samuel 23:31.
עַלְבוֹן֙
ʼĂbîy-ʻalbôwn
H45
"Abi-albon"
N-proper
Abi-albon was an Israelite who lived during the United Monarchy and was one of David's mighty men. His name means El is my father.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.23.31 Also named: a.vi.el (אֲבִיאֵל "Abiel" H0022H) § Abialbon = "El (God) is my father" one of David's mighty men (hero)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Abialbon. See also: 2 Samuel 23:31.
הָֽ/עַרְבָתִ֔י
ʻArbâthîy
H6164
"Arbathite"
Art | Ngmsa
An Arbathite is someone from the area of Beth-arabah, which means 'desert house'. This region was likely a desert area in ancient Israel. The term Arbathite is used to describe people from this specific location.
Definition: Group of bet ha.a.ra.vah (בֵּית הָֽעֲרָבָה "Beth-arabah" H1026) § Arbathite, of Betharabah "desert house" an inhabitant of Beth-arabah
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Arbahite. See also: 2 Samuel 23:31; 1 Chronicles 11:32.
עַזְמָ֖וֶת
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/בַּרְחֻמִֽי
Barchumîy
H1273
"Bahurite"
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A Bahurite is a person from Bahurim, a village near Jerusalem, mentioned in the Bible as the home of people who helped David.
Definition: Group of ba.chu.rim (בַּחֻרִים "Bahurim" H0980) § Barhumite = "son of the blackened: in the pitied" a person from Bahurim, a village apparently on or close to the road leading up from the Jordan valley to Jerusalem, and near the south boundary of Benjamin
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Barhumite. See also: 2 Samuel 23:31.
Study Notes — 2 Samuel 23:31
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Context — David’s Mighty Men
29Heled son of Baanah the Netophathite, Ittai son of Ribai from Gibeah of the Benjamites,
30Benaiah the Pirathonite, Hiddai from the brooks of Gaash,
31Abi-albon the Arbathite, Azmaveth the Barhumite,
32Eliahba the Shaalbonite, the sons of Jashen, Jonathan 33son of Shammah the Hararite, Ahiam son of Sharar the Hararite,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 Samuel 3:16 | Her husband followed her, weeping all the way to Bahurim. Then Abner said to him, “Go back.” So he returned home. |
| 2 | 1 Chronicles 11:32–33 | Hurai from the brooks of Gaash, Abiel the Arbathite, Azmaveth the Baharumite, Eliahba the Shaalbonite, |
2 Samuel 23:31 Summary
This verse, 2 Samuel 23:31, talks about two of King David's brave warriors, Abi-albon and Azmaveth. They were part of a special group of men known for their strength and loyalty, similar to how the apostle Paul valued loyalty and hard work in his companions, as seen in 2 Timothy 2:2. Just like these men, we can strive to be brave and loyal in our own lives, standing up for what is right and being faithful to those around us, as encouraged in Joshua 1:9. By looking at their examples, we can learn to be courageous and committed in our own service to God and others.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are Abi-albon the Arbathite and Azmaveth the Barhumite in 2 Samuel 23:31?
They are two of King David's mighty men, known for their bravery and loyalty, as listed in 2 Samuel 23:8-39, which also includes other notable warriors like Benaiah the Pirathonite and Ittai son of Ribai from 2 Samuel 23:29-30.
What does it mean to be an Arbathite or a Barhumite in the context of 2 Samuel 23:31?
The terms Arbathite and Barhumite likely refer to the men's places of origin or their families' ancestral homes, similar to how the prophet Samuel was from Ramathaim-zophim, as mentioned in 1 Samuel 1:1.
Why are these specific men mentioned by name in 2 Samuel 23:31?
Their inclusion in the list of David's mighty men highlights their importance in his kingdom and their role in fulfilling God's plan, as seen in other scriptures like 1 Samuel 16:13 where David is anointed king.
How does 2 Samuel 23:31 fit into the larger narrative of David's reign?
This verse is part of a section that showcases the heroes of David's army, emphasizing the strength and unity of Israel under his leadership, which is also reflected in passages like 2 Samuel 5:12 where David's kingdom is established.
Reflection Questions
- What does the bravery and loyalty of Abi-albon and Azmaveth teach me about being a faithful servant of God?
- How can I, like these men, contribute to the strength and unity of my community or church?
- In what ways can I demonstrate courage and commitment in my own life, inspired by the examples in 2 Samuel 23:31?
- What role does loyalty play in my relationships, and how can I nurture it, just as these men were loyal to King David?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 23:31
Abialbon the Arbathite,.... A native of Betharabah, either in the tribe of Judah, Joshua 15:6, or in the tribe of Benjamin, Joshua 18:18; he is called Abiel in 1 Chronicles 11:32; Azmaveth the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 23:31
Abi-albon the Arbathite, Azmaveth the Barhumite, Abi-albon the Arbathite - called Abiel, 1 Chronicles 11:32, from Arab, a Benjamite town (Joshua 15:52).
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Samuel 23:31
(31) Abi-albon.—In 1 Chronicles 11:32 written Abiel, probably correctly, the albon having come in from Sha-albon-ite in the line below. The Barhumite.—More correctly, the Baharumite, i.e., of the Bahurim mentioned in 2 Samuel 3:16; 2 Samuel 19:16.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 23:31
31. Abi-albon the Arbathite] Called in 1 Chronicles 11:32 Abiel, which is probably the true reading, as Abi-albon is an unknown name, and may easily have arisen from confusion with Shaalbonite in the line below. For a similar confusion cp. ch. 2 Samuel 21:19. He was a native of Arabah or Beth-arabah, a town in the wilderness of Judah, on the border between Judah and Benjamin (Joshua 15:6; Joshua 15:61; Joshua 18:18; Joshua 18:22). the Barhumite] Of Bahurim: see note on ch. 2 Samuel 3:16 : a corruption or transposition for Baharumite, which is found in 1 Chronicles 11:33.