King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
Eliphelet the son of Ahasbai, the son of the Maachathite, Eliam the son of Ahithophel the Gilonite,
Complete Jewish Bible:
Elifelet the son of Achasbai the son of the Ma'akhati, Eli'am the son of Achitofel from Giloh, thirty-seven in all.
Berean Standard Bible:
Eliphelet son of Ahasbai the Maacathite, Eliam son of Ahithophel the Gilonite,
American Standard Version:
Eliphelet the son of Ahasbai, the son of the Maacathite, Eliam the son of Ahithophel the Gilonite,
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
Eliphelet{H467} the son{H1121} of Ahasbai{H308}, the son{H1121} of the Maachathite{H4602}, Eliam{H463} the son{H1121} of Ahithophel{H302} the Gilonite{H1526},
Cross-References (KJV):
2 Samuel 11:3
- And David sent and enquired after the woman. And [one] said, [Is] not this Bathsheba, the daughter of Eliam, the wife of Uriah the Hittite?
2 Samuel 15:12
- And Absalom sent for Ahithophel the Gilonite, David's counsellor, from his city, [even] from Giloh, while he offered sacrifices. And the conspiracy was strong; for the people increased continually with Absalom.
2 Samuel 15:31
- ¶ And [one] told David, saying, Ahithophel [is] among the conspirators with Absalom. And David said, O LORD, I pray thee, turn the counsel of Ahithophel into foolishness.
2 Samuel 10:6
- ¶ And when the children of Ammon saw that they stank before David, the children of Ammon sent and hired the Syrians of Bethrehob, and the Syrians of Zoba, twenty thousand footmen, and of king Maacah a thousand men, and of Ishtob twelve thousand men.
1 Chronicles 27:33
- And Ahithophel [was] the king's counsellor: and Hushai the Archite [was] the king's companion:
1 Chronicles 27:34
- And after Ahithophel [was] Jehoiada the son of Benaiah, and Abiathar: and the general of the king's army [was] Joab.
2 Samuel 10:8
- And the children of Ammon came out, and put the battle in array at the entering in of the gate: and the Syrians of Zoba, and of Rehob, and Ishtob, and Maacah, [were] by themselves in the field.
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Commentary for 2 Samuel 23:34
2 Samuel 23:34 is part of the passage that lists David's mighty men, who were his most valiant and loyal warriors. The verse specifically mentions Eliphelet son of Ahasbai, who is described as a Maachathite, and Eliam son of Ahithophel the Gilonite. This verse is set towards the end of David's reign and serves as a historical record of the individuals who played significant roles in his military successes.
Eliphelet's lineage as a Maachathite connects him to the region of Maacah, which was part of the northern territory of Israel. The mention of his father, Ahasbai, suggests a lineage of warriors or nobility, as names of family members are often included to emphasize heritage and reputation.
Eliam, on the other hand, is notable for being the son of Ahithophel, who was one of King David's chief advisors until he defected to Absalom during Absalom's rebellion against his father. Ahithophel's betrayal was a significant event in David's life, and Eliam's association with him adds layers of complexity to his mention in this list. Eliam's inclusion here, despite his father's treachery, indicates that he remained loyal to David, distinguishing himself from his father's actions.
The themes present in this verse include loyalty, heritage, and the importance of individual merit despite family associations. It also reflects the political intrigues and personal relationships that were interwoven with military service in ancient Israel. By listing these individuals, the verse honors their contributions and solidifies their place in the historical narrative of Israel's monarchy.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H467
There are 507 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֱלִיפֶלֶט
Transliteration: ʼĔlîypheleṭ
Pronunciation: el-ee-feh'-let
Description: or (shortened) אֱלְפֶּלֶט; from אֵל and פַּלֵּט; God of deliverance; Eliphelet or Elpelet, the name of six Israelites; Eliphalet, Eliphelet, Elpalet. - Strong's Number: H1121
There are 3654 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בֵּן
Transliteration: bên
Pronunciation: bane
Description: from בָּנָה; a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition, etc., (like father or brother), etc.); [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. - Strong's Number: H308
There are 122 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֲחַסְבַּי
Transliteration: ʼĂchaçbay
Pronunciation: akh-as-bah'ee
Description: of uncertain derivation; Achasbai, an Israelite; Ahasbai. - Strong's Number: H4602
There are 8 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מַעֲכָתִי
Transliteration: Maʻăkâthîy
Pronunciation: mah-ak-aw-thee'
Description: patrial from מַעֲכָה; a Maakathite, or inhabitant of Maakah; Maachathite. - Strong's Number: H463
There are 290 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֱלִיעָם
Transliteration: ʼĔlîyʻâm
Pronunciation: el-ee-awm'
Description: from אֵל and עַם; God of (the) people; Eliam, an Israelite; Eliam. - Strong's Number: H302
There are 1515 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֲחִיתֹפֶל
Transliteration: ʼĂchîythôphel
Pronunciation: akh-ee-tho'-fel
Description: from אָח and תָּפֵל; brother of folly; Achithophel, an Israelite; Ahithophel. - Strong's Number: H1526
There are 2 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: גִּילֹנִי
Transliteration: Gîylônîy
Pronunciation: ghee-lo-nee'
Description: patrial from גִּלֹה; a Gilonite or inhabitant of Giloh; Gilonite.