### Core Meaning & Semantic Range
The Hebrew word **Chakmôwnîy**, represented by `{{H2453}}`, is defined as **skilful** and appears as the name Hachmoni or the designation Hachmonite. Derived from a root meaning wise or skilful, it appears **2 times** across **2 unique verses** in the Bible. It exclusively identifies specific individuals connected to King David's reign.
### Biblical Occurrences & Contextual Analysis
The two appearances of `{{H2453}}` place the Hachmonites in prominent roles around David. In [[1 Chronicles 11:11]], Jashobeam is identified as an **Hachmonite** and listed as the **chief** `{{H7218}}` of the captains among David's **mighty men** `{{H1368}}`. In a different context, [[1 Chronicles 27:32]] mentions Jehiel the son of **Hachmoni** as someone who was with the king's sons, in the company of Jonathan, David's uncle, who is described as a **counsellor** `{{H3289}}`, a **wise** `{{H995}}` man, and a **scribe** `{{H5608}}`.
### Related Words & Concepts
Several related words expand upon the concepts of skill and prominence associated with the Hachmonites:
* `{{H1368}}` **gibbôwr** (mighty): This term, meaning "powerful; by implication, warrior," describes Jashobeam the Hachmonite as one of David's elite warriors [[1 Chronicles 11:11]].
* `{{H3289}}` **yâʻats** (counsel): Meaning "to advise... (give, take) counsel(-lor)," this word describes Jonathan, who served alongside Jehiel, the son of Hachmoni [[1 Chronicles 27:32]]. This links the Hachmonite family to the practice of giving wise counsel.
* `{{H995}}` **bîyn** (wise): This root, meaning "to separate mentally... understand... skill(-full), ...wise(-ly, man)," is used to describe Jonathan in the same verse that mentions the son of Hachmoni, directly connecting the name to the quality of wisdom [[1 Chronicles 27:32]].
### Theological Significance
The name `{{H2453}}` carries theological weight through the traits it represents in David's kingdom.
* **Valour and Leadership:** The Hachmonite designation is tied to Jashobeam, one of David's **mighty men** `{{H1368}}` and a **chief** `{{H7218}}` of the captains [[1 Chronicles 11:11]]. This highlights the importance of martial prowess and leadership in the establishment of David's kingdom.
* **Wisdom and Counsel:** Through the association of Jehiel the son of **Hachmoni** `{{H2453}}` with the **wise** `{{H995}}` man Jonathan, a noted **counsellor** `{{H3289}}` [[1 Chronicles 27:32]], the name signifies the value placed on intelligence and counsel within the royal court.
* **Reflection of Divine Attributes:** The key qualities associated with the Hachmonites—might and counsel—are also attributes of God. God is called the **mighty** `{{H1368}}` God [[Isaiah 9:6]], and He is the one who gives **counsel** `{{H3289}}` and has **purposed** `{{H3289}}` ([[Psalms 16:7]], [[Isaiah 14:27]]). The skills of these men thus reflect greater divine characteristics.
### Summary
In summary, **Chakmôwnîy** `{{H2453}}` is more than a simple name; it is a descriptor of high-caliber individuals in service to the king. Though mentioned only twice, it is linked to both a premier warrior, Jashobeam, and to Jehiel, a man associated with the wise counsel of the court. The name encapsulates the ideals of skill, might, and wisdom, qualities essential to leadership and reflective of God's own character.
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