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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Mibhar</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/m/mibhar.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head> <script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-LR4HSKRP2H"></script> <script> window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);} gtag('js', new Date()); gtag('config', 'G-LR4HSKRP2H'); </script><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/1_chronicles/11-38.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/m/mibhar.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Mibhar</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/naves/m/miamin--a_priest_who_returned_with_zerubbabel_from_babylon.htm" title="Miamin: A Priest Who Returned With Zerubbabel from Babylon">◄</a> Mibhar <a href="/topical/m/mibhar_son_of_hagri.htm" title="Mibhar son of Hagri">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#hit" title="Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary">Hitchcock's</a> • <a href="#smi" title="Smith's Bible Dictionary">Smith's</a> • <a href="#isb" title="International Standard Bible Encyclopedia">ISBE</a> • <a href="#eas" title="Easton's Bible Dictionary">Easton's</a> • <a href="#cnc" title="Multiversion Concordance">Concordance</a> • <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> • <a href="#heb" title="Strong's Hebrew Concordance">Hebrew</a> • <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>Mibhar is a relatively obscure figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically within the context of King David's mighty warriors. The reference to Mibhar is found in <a href="/1_chronicles/11-38.htm">1 Chronicles 11:38</a>, where he is listed among the valiant men who served under David, contributing to the establishment and defense of his kingdom. The passage reads: "Joel the brother of Nathan, Mibhar the son of Hagri" (<a href="/1_chronicles/11-38.htm">1 Chronicles 11:38</a>).<br><br><b>Context and Significance</b><br><br>The account of David's mighty warriors is a testament to the strength and loyalty of the men who supported David during his reign. These warriors were known for their exceptional bravery and skill in battle, and they played a crucial role in securing Israel's borders and establishing David's rule. Mibhar, as one of these warriors, would have been part of this elite group, demonstrating courage and dedication to the king.<br><br>The list of David's mighty men is paralleled in <a href="/bsb/2_samuel/23.htm">2 Samuel 23</a>, although Mibhar's name does not appear in this account. This discrepancy has led to some debate among scholars regarding textual variations and the transmission of biblical manuscripts. Despite this, the inclusion of Mibhar in the Chronicles account underscores the chronicler's intent to highlight the breadth and diversity of David's supporters.<br><br><b>Name and Lineage</b><br><br>The name "Mibhar" is of Hebrew origin, and while its exact meaning is not definitively known, it is often associated with the concept of "choice" or "selected," which may reflect his status as a chosen warrior of David. The text identifies him as "the son of Hagri," though further details about his lineage or family background are not provided in the biblical narrative.<br><br><b>Theological Implications</b><br><br>From a theological perspective, the mention of Mibhar among David's mighty men serves as a reminder of God's providence in raising up individuals to fulfill His purposes. The diverse backgrounds and origins of these warriors illustrate the inclusivity of God's plan, bringing together people from various tribes and families to accomplish His will through the leadership of David.<br><br>Mibhar's inclusion in the biblical record, though brief, highlights the importance of every individual in the unfolding of God's redemptive history. Each warrior, including Mibhar, contributed to the establishment of a kingdom that would ultimately foreshadow the eternal reign of the Messiah, Jesus Christ, who is often referred to as the "Son of David" in the New Testament.<br><br><b>Conclusion</b><br><br>While Mibhar may not be a prominent figure in the biblical narrative, his role as one of David's mighty warriors reflects the broader themes of loyalty, courage, and divine selection that characterize the accounts of David's reign. His mention in 1 Chronicles serves as a testament to the many individuals who played vital roles in the history of Israel, each contributing to the fulfillment of God's promises to His people.<a name="hit" id="hit"></a><div class="vheading2">Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary</div><span class="encheading">Mibhar</span><p>chosen; youth<a name="smi" id="smi"></a><div class="vheading2">Smith's Bible Dictionary</div><span class="encheading">Mibhar</span><p>(<i>choicest</i>), one of David's heroes in the list given in (<a href="/1_chronicles/11-38.htm">1 Chronicles 11:38</a>)<a name="eas" id="eas"></a><div class="vheading2">Easton's Bible Dictionary</div>Choice, a Hagarene, one of David's warriors (<a href="/1_chronicles/11-38.htm">1 Chronicles 11:38</a>); called also Bani the Gadite (<a href="/2_samuel/23-36.htm">2 Samuel 23:36</a>). <a name="isb" id="isb"></a><div class="vheading2">International Standard Bible Encyclopedia</div><span class="encheading">MIBHAR</span><p>mib'-har (mibhchar, "choice"(?)): According to <a href="/1_chronicles/11-38.htm">1 Chronicles 11:38</a>, the name of one of David's heroes. No such name, however, occurs in the parallel passage (<a href="/2_samuel/23-36.htm">2 Samuel 23:36</a>). A comparison of the two records makes it probable that mibhchar is a corruption of mitstsbhah = "from Zobah," which completes the designation of the former name, Nathan of Zobah. The concluding words of the verse, Ben-Hagri = "the son of Hagri," will then appear as a misreading of Bani ha-gadhi = "Bani, the Gadite," thus bringing the two records into accord.<p><a name="heb" id="heb"></a><div class="vheading2">Strong's Hebrew</div><a href="/hebrew/4006.htm"><span class="l">4006. Mibchar -- one of David's warriors</span></a><br><b>...</b> 4005, 4006. Mibchar. 4007 . one of David's warriors. Transliteration: Mibchar<br> Phonetic Spelling: (mib-khawr') Short Definition: <b>Mibhar</b>. <b>...</b> <b>Mibhar</b>. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/4006.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/m/mibhar.htm"><span class="l"><b>Mibhar</b> (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b><b>MIBHAR</b>. mib'-har (mibhchar, "choice"(?)) According to 1 Chronicles 11:38, the name<br> of one of David's heroes. <b>...</b> Multi-Version Concordance <b>Mibhar</b> (1 Occurrence). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/mibhar.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/h/hagri.htm"><span class="l">Hagri (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> hag'-ri (haghri, "wanderer"; the King James Version Haggeri): The father of <b>Mibhar</b>,<br> one of the "mighty men" who rallied round David during his foreign wars. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/h/hagri.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/j/jo'el.htm"><span class="l">Jo'el (19 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> of them chief men. (See RSV). 1 Chronicles 11:38 Joel the brother of Nathan,<br><b>Mibhar</b> the son of Hagri, (See RSV). 1 Chronicles 15:7 <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/j/jo'el.htm - 10k</font><p><a href="/topical/m/miamin.htm"><span class="l">Miamin (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/miamin.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/m/mibsam.htm"><span class="l">Mibsam (3 Occurrences)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/mibsam.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/h/haggeri.htm"><span class="l">Haggeri (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> hag'-e-ri. See HAGRI. Multi-Version Concordance Haggeri (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles<br> 11:38 Joel the brother of Nathan, <b>Mibhar</b> the son of Haggeri, (KJV WBS YLT). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/h/haggeri.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/n/nathan.htm"><span class="l">Nathan (42 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> NIV). 1 Chronicles 11:38 Joel the brother of Nathan, <b>Mibhar</b> the son of Hagri,<br> (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). 1 Chronicles <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/n/nathan.htm - 29k</font><p><a href="/topical/j/joel.htm"><span class="l">Joel (22 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). 1 Chronicles 11:38 Joel the brother of<br> Nathan, <b>Mibhar</b> the son of Hagri, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/j/joel.htm - 49k</font><p><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> • <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> • <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> • <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> • <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Mibhar (1 Occurrence)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_chronicles/11-38.htm">1 Chronicles 11:38</a></span><br />Joel the brother of Nathan, <span class="boldtext">Mibhar</span> the son of Hagri,<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)</span><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/m/mibhar.htm">Mibhar</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/m/mibhar--one_of_david's_valiant_men.htm">Mibhar: One of David's Valiant Men</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/h/hagri.htm">Hagri (2 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/j/jo'el.htm">Jo'el (19 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/m/miamin.htm">Miamin (2 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/m/mibsam.htm">Mibsam (3 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/h/haggeri.htm">Haggeri (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/n/nathan.htm">Nathan (42 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/j/joel.htm">Joel (22 Occurrences)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/topical/naves/m/miamin--a_priest_who_returned_with_zerubbabel_from_babylon.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Miamin: A Priest Who Returned With Zerubbabel from Babylon"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Miamin: A Priest Who Returned With Zerubbabel from Babylon" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/topical/m/mibhar_son_of_hagri.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Mibhar son of Hagri"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Mibhar son of Hagri" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div> <div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"><script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script></div></td></tr></table></div></div></div> <br /><br /> <div align="center"> <div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>