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the sons of Jashen; Jonathan<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/2_samuel/23.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Eliahba the Shaalbonite, the sons of Jashen, Jonathan,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/2_samuel/23.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Eliahba the Shaalbonite, the sons of Jashen, Jonathan<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/2_samuel/23.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Eliahba the Shaalbonite, of the sons of Jashen, Jonathan,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/2_samuel/23.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Eliahba the Shaalbonite (of the sons of Jashen), Jonathan,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/2_samuel/23.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Eliahba the Shaalbonite, the sons of Jashen, Jonathan,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/2_samuel/23.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Eliahba the Shaalbonite, the sons of Jashen, Jonathan,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/2_samuel/23.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Eliahba the Shaalbonite, the sons of Jashen, Jonathan,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/2_samuel/23.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Eliahba the Shaalbonite, the sons of Jashen, Jonathan,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/2_samuel/23.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Eliahba of Shaalbon, the sons of Jashen, Jonathan,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/2_samuel/23.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Eliahba the Shaalbonite, the sons of Jashen, Jonathan son of<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/2_samuel/23.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Eliahba the Shaalbonite, the sons of Jashen, Jonathan son of<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/2_samuel/23.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Eliahba the Shaalbonite, the sons of Jashen, Jonathan,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/2_samuel/23.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Eliahba the Shaalbonite, the sons of Jashen, Jonathan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/2_samuel/23.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Elihba from Shaalbon, Bene Jashen,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/2_samuel/23.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Eliahba from Shaalbon, Jashen's sons, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/2_samuel/23.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Eliahba the Shaalbonite, the sons of Jashen, Jonathan<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/2_samuel/23.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Eliahba the Shaalbonite, the sons of Jashen, Jonathan<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/2_samuel/23.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Eliahba the Shaalbonite, Jashen the Gizonite, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/2_samuel/23.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Eliahba the Shaalbonite, of the sons of Jashen, Jonathan,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/2_samuel/23.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Eliahba the Shaalbonite, the sons of Jashen, Jonathan, <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/2_samuel/23.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Eliahba the Shaalbonite, of the sons of Jashen, Jonathan,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/2_samuel/23.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Eliahba the Shaalbonite, of the sons of Jashen, Jonathan,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/2_samuel/23.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Eliahba the Shaalbonite; of the sons of Jashen, Jonathan,<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/2_samuel/23.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Eliaba of Salaboni. The sons of Jassen, Jonathan, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/2_samuel/23.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Eliahba from Shaalbon; the sons of Jashen, Jonathan,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/2_samuel/23.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Eliahba, from Shaalbon; Jashen the Gunite; Jonathan,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/2_samuel/23.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Eliahba of Shaalbon; the sons of Jashen: Jonathan<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/2_samuel/23.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Alhana the Shaalbonite, Jonathan of the house of Nashor,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/2_samuel/23.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Elkhana, who was from Shelab, Yunathan, who was from Bayth Nashur<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/2_samuel/23.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Eliahba the Shaalbonite, of the sons of Jashen, Jonathan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/2_samuel/23.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />the sons of Asan, Jonathan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/2_samuel/23-32.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/_0ajZHUzMKw?start=7379" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/2_samuel/23.htm">David's Mighty Men</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">31</span>Abi-albon the Arbathite, Azmaveth the Barhumite, <span class="reftext">32</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/455.htm" title="455: ’el·yaḥ·bā (N-proper-ms) -- God hides, one of David's leaders. From 'el and chaba'; God will hide; Eljachba, an Israelite.">Eliahba</a> <a href="/hebrew/8170.htm" title="8170: haš·ša·‘al·ḇō·nî (Art:: N-proper-ms) -- Perhaps an inhab. of Shaalbim. Patrial from Sha'albiym; a Shaalbonite or inhabitant of Shaalbin.">the Shaalbonite,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: bə·nê (N-mpc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">the sons</a> <a href="/hebrew/3464.htm" title="3464: yā·šên (N-proper-ms) -- One of David's heroes. The same as yashen; Jashen, an Israelite.">of Jashen,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3083.htm" title="3083: yə·hō·w·nā·ṯān (N-proper-ms) -- From Yhovah and nathan; Jehovah-given; Jehonathan, the name of four Israelites.">Jonathan</a> </span><span class="reftext">33</span>son of Shammah the Hararite, Ahiam son of Sharar the Hararite,…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/11-33.htm">1 Chronicles 11:33</a></span><br />Azmaveth the Baharumite, Eliahba the Shaalbonite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/11-10.htm">1 Chronicles 11:10-47</a></span><br />Now these were the chiefs of David’s mighty men, who, together with all Israel, bolstered and strengthened his kingdom, according to the word of the LORD concerning Israel. / This is the list of David’s mighty men: Jashobeam son of Hachmoni was chief of the officers; he wielded his spear against three hundred men, whom he killed at one time. / Next in command was Eleazar son of Dodo the Ahohite, one of the three mighty men. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/27-6.htm">1 Chronicles 27:6</a></span><br />This Benaiah was mighty among the Thirty and was over the Thirty, and his son Ammizabad was in charge of his division.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/22-1.htm">1 Samuel 22:1-2</a></span><br />So David left Gath and took refuge in the cave of Adullam. When his brothers and the rest of his father’s household heard about it, they went down to him there. / And all who were distressed or indebted or discontented rallied around him, and he became their leader. About four hundred men were with him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/23-13.htm">1 Samuel 23:13</a></span><br />Then David and his men, about six hundred strong, set out and departed from Keilah, moving from place to place. When Saul was told that David had escaped from Keilah, he declined to go forth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/25-13.htm">1 Samuel 25:13</a></span><br />And David said to his men, “Strap on your swords!” So David and all his men strapped on their swords, and about four hundred men followed David, while two hundred stayed with the supplies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/30-9.htm">1 Samuel 30:9-10</a></span><br />So David and his six hundred men went to the Brook of Besor, where some stayed behind / because two hundred men were too exhausted to cross the brook. But David and four hundred men continued in pursuit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/1-8.htm">1 Kings 1:8</a></span><br />But Zadok the priest, Benaiah son of Jehoiada, Nathan the prophet, Shimei, Rei, and David’s mighty men would not join Adonijah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/1-10.htm">1 Kings 1:10</a></span><br />But he did not invite Nathan the prophet, Benaiah, the mighty men, or his brother Solomon.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/1-38.htm">1 Kings 1:38</a></span><br />Then Zadok the priest, Nathan the prophet, and Benaiah son of Jehoiada, along with the Cherethites and Pelethites, went down and set Solomon on King David’s mule, and they escorted him to Gihon.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/1-44.htm">1 Kings 1:44</a></span><br />And with Solomon, the king has sent Zadok the priest, Nathan the prophet, and Benaiah son of Jehoiada, along with the Cherethites and Pelethites, and they have set him on the king’s mule.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/12-1.htm">1 Chronicles 12:1-2</a></span><br />Now these were the men who came to David at Ziklag, while he was still banished from the presence of Saul son of Kish (they were among the mighty men who helped him in battle; / they were archers using both the right and left hands to sling stones and shoot arrows; and they were Saul’s kinsmen from Benjamin):<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/12-8.htm">1 Chronicles 12:8</a></span><br />Some Gadites defected to David at his stronghold in the wilderness. They were mighty men of valor, trained for battle, experts with the shield and spear, whose faces were like the faces of lions and who were as swift as gazelles on the mountains:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/12-18.htm">1 Chronicles 12:18</a></span><br />Then the Spirit came upon Amasai, the chief of the Thirty, and he said: “We are yours, O David! We are with you, O son of Jesse! Peace, peace to you, and peace to your helpers, for your God helps you.” So David received them and made them leaders of his troops.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/12-21.htm">1 Chronicles 12:21-22</a></span><br />They helped David against the raiders, for they were all mighty men of valor and commanders in the army. / For at that time men came to David day after day to help him, until he had a great army, like the army of God.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Eliahba the Shaalbonite, of the sons of Jashen, Jonathan,</p><p class="hdg">jashen</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/11-34.htm">1 Chronicles 11:34</a></b></br> The sons of Hashem the Gizonite, Jonathan the son of Shage the Hararite,</p><p class="hdg">Hashem, the Gizonite </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_chronicles/11-33.htm">Eliahba</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/11-33.htm">Eli'ahba</a> <a href="/numbers/26-48.htm">Gunite</a> <a href="/2_samuel/21-21.htm">Jonathan</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/11-33.htm">Sha-Al'bon</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/11-33.htm">Shaalbonite</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_chronicles/11-33.htm">Eliahba</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/11-33.htm">Eli'ahba</a> <a href="/numbers/26-48.htm">Gunite</a> <a href="/2_samuel/23-33.htm">Jonathan</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/11-33.htm">Sha-Al'bon</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/11-33.htm">Shaalbonite</a><div class="vheading2">2 Samuel 23</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/23-1.htm">David, in his last words, professes his faith in God's promises</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/23-6.htm">The different state of the wicked</a></span><br><span class="reftext">8. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/23-8.htm">A catalogue of David's mighty men</a></span><br></div></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> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/2_samuel/23.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/2_samuel/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/2_samuel/23.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Eliahba the Shaalbonite</b><br>Eliahba is listed among David's mighty warriors, a group of elite soldiers who played a crucial role in establishing and securing David's kingdom. The mention of "the Shaalbonite" indicates his origin from Shaalbon, a town in the territory of Dan (<a href="/joshua/19-42.htm">Joshua 19:42</a>). This geographical detail highlights the diverse backgrounds of David's warriors, reflecting the unity of Israel under his leadership. The inclusion of Eliahba in this list underscores the importance of loyalty and valor in service to God's anointed king, paralleling the dedication expected of believers in their spiritual battles.<p><b>the sons of Jashen</b><br>The phrase "the sons of Jashen" is somewhat enigmatic, as Jashen is not a widely recognized figure elsewhere in the Bible. This mention may indicate a family known for their bravery or service, suggesting that valor and faithfulness can be a family legacy. It also emphasizes the communal aspect of serving God's purposes, where families and groups contribute to the larger mission. This can be seen as a reflection of the biblical principle that God often works through families and communities to accomplish His will, as seen in the lineage of the tribes of Israel.<p><b>Jonathan</b><br>Jonathan, in this context, is likely another of David's mighty men, distinct from Jonathan, the son of Saul. His inclusion in this list highlights the personal loyalty and courage required to support God's chosen leader. The name Jonathan means "Yahweh has given," which can be seen as a reminder of God's provision and sovereignty in raising up individuals to fulfill His purposes. This echoes the broader biblical theme of God equipping and empowering His people for the tasks He sets before them, much like how He provided leaders and warriors for Israel throughout its history.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/e/eliahba_the_shaalbonite.htm">Eliahba the Shaalbonite</a></b><br>Eliahba is one of David's mighty warriors, known as the "Shaalbonite," indicating his origin from Shaalbon, a town in the territory of Dan or Benjamin. His inclusion in this list highlights his valor and significance in David's reign.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/s/sons_of_jashen.htm">Sons of Jashen</a></b><br>This phrase likely refers to a family or group of warriors associated with Jashen, possibly indicating a lineage or clan known for their bravery and service to King David.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/j/jonathan.htm">Jonathan</a></b><br>Not to be confused with Jonathan, the son of Saul, this Jonathan is another of David's mighty men. His mention alongside Eliahba suggests his importance and contribution to David's military successes.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_community_and_lineage.htm">The Importance of Community and Lineage</a></b><br>The mention of "the sons of Jashen" highlights the significance of family and community in biblical accounts. It reminds us of the importance of our spiritual lineage and community in our faith journey.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/v/valor_and_service.htm">Valor and Service</a></b><br>Eliahba and Jonathan's inclusion in the list of mighty men underscores the value of courage and dedication in service to God's anointed leaders. We are called to serve with bravery and commitment in our own spheres of influence.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_use_of_ordinary_people.htm">God's Use of Ordinary People</a></b><br>The mighty men, though renowned, were ordinary individuals whom God used for extraordinary purposes. This encourages us to be open to God's calling, regardless of our background or status.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/legacy_of_faithfulness.htm">Legacy of Faithfulness</a></b><br>The legacy of these warriors is preserved in Scripture, reminding us that our faithfulness to God and His purposes can leave a lasting impact.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_2_samuel_23.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 2 Samuel 23</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_1_chr_11_and_2_sam_23_lists_differ.htm">Why does the list of David's mighty men in 1 Chronicles 11 differ from similar lists in other biblical passages like 2 Samuel 23, and can both be historically accurate?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_david_speak_after_his_'last_words'.htm">(2 Samuel 23:2-3) If these are David's 'last words,' why do other chapters describe David speaking afterward?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_joab's_ruse_reveal_a_plot_hole.htm">2 Samuel 14:2-3: Does Joab's use of a disguised woman to deceive David suggest a narrative hole, since such a ruse seems unlikely to fool a king?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_could_one_kill_800_men_at_once.htm">(2 Samuel 23:8) How could one warrior realistically kill eight hundred men at one time?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/2_samuel/23.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(32) <span class= "bld">Of the sons of Jashen, Jonathan.</span>--The preposition <span class= "ital">of </span>is not in the Hebrew, and should be omitted. For the rest <a href="/1_chronicles/11-34.htm" title="The sons of Hashem the Gizonite, Jonathan the son of Shage the Hararite,">1Chronicles 11:34</a> reads "the sons of Hashem the Gizonite. In both the words <span class= "ital">the sons of </span>may be an accidental repetition of the last three letters of the preceding word; if not, they should be read as part of the proper name, <span class= "ital">Jashen </span>(Chronicles <span class= "ital">Hashem</span>)<span class= "ital">, </span>or <span class= "ital">Bnejashen </span>(Chronicles <span class= "ital">Bnehashem</span>)<span class= "ital"> the Gizonite. </span>Jonathan is then a separate name.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/2_samuel/23.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 32.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Eliahba</span>. He was of Shaalabbin, in the tribe of Dan (<a href="/joshua/19-42.htm">Joshua 19:42</a>). St. Jerome calls the place Selebi, the modern <span class="accented">Sebbit. <span class="cmt_word"></span>Of the sons of Jashen, Jonathan, Shammah the Hararite.</span> In <a href="/1_chronicles/11-34.htm">1 Chronicles 11:34</a>, "The sons of Hashem the Gizonite, Jonathan the son of Shage the Hararite." The word "of" is not in the Hebrew, and is inserted in the Authorized Version to make sense. Really, <span class="accented">b'ne</span>, sons, is a careless repetition of the three last letters of the name "Shaalbonite," and should be omitted. The text in Chronicles then goes on regularly, "Hashem the Gizonite, Jonathan the son of Shage the Hararite;" but see note on next verse. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/2_samuel/23-32.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Eliahba</span><br /><span class="heb">אֶלְיַחְבָּא֙</span> <span class="translit">(’el·yaḥ·bā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_455.htm">Strong's 455: </a> </span><span class="str2">Eliahba -- 'God hides', one of David's leaders</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the Shaalbonite,</span><br /><span class="heb">הַשַּׁ֣עַלְבֹנִ֔י</span> <span class="translit">(haš·ša·‘al·ḇō·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8170.htm">Strong's 8170: </a> </span><span class="str2">Shaalbonite -- a Shaalbonite</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the sons</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּנֵ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(bə·nê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> </span><span class="str2">A son</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of Jashen,</span><br /><span class="heb">יָשֵׁ֖ן</span> <span class="translit">(yā·šên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3464.htm">Strong's 3464: </a> </span><span class="str2">Jashen -- one of David's men</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Jonathan</span><br /><span class="heb">יְהוֹנָתָֽן׃</span> <span class="translit">(yə·hō·w·nā·ṯān)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3083.htm">Strong's 3083: </a> </span><span class="str2">Jonathan -- 'the LORD has given', the name of a number of Israelites</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/2_samuel/23-32.htm">2 Samuel 23:32 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/2_samuel/23-32.htm">2 Samuel 23:32 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/2_samuel/23-32.htm">2 Samuel 23:32 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/2_samuel/23-32.htm">2 Samuel 23:32 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/2_samuel/23-32.htm">2 Samuel 23:32 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/2_samuel/23-32.htm">2 Samuel 23:32 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/2_samuel/23-32.htm">2 Samuel 23:32 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/2_samuel/23-32.htm">2 Samuel 23:32 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/2_samuel/23-32.htm">2 Samuel 23:32 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/2_samuel/23-32.htm">2 Samuel 23:32 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/2_samuel/23-32.htm">OT History: 2 Samuel 23:32 Eliahba the Shaalbonite the sons of Jashen (2Sa iiSam 2 Sam ii sam) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/2_samuel/23-31.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="2 Samuel 23:31"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="2 Samuel 23:31" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/2_samuel/23-33.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="2 Samuel 23:33"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="2 Samuel 23:33" /></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="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>