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The first was Jashobeam the Hacmonite, who was leader of the Three—the three mightiest warriors among David’s men. He once used his spear to kill 800 enemy warriors in a single battle. <a href="/esv/2_samuel/23.htm">English Standard Version</a> These are the names of the mighty men whom David had: Josheb-basshebeth a Tahchemonite; he was chief of the three. He wielded his spear against eight hundred whom he killed at one time. <a href="/bsb/2_samuel/23.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> These are the names of David’s mighty men: Josheb-basshebeth the Tahchemonite was chief of the Three. He wielded his spear against eight hundred men, whom he killed at one time. <a href="/kjv/2_samuel/23.htm">King James Bible</a> These be the names of the mighty men whom David had: The Tachmonite that sat in the seat, chief among the captains; the same was Adino the Eznite: he lift up his spear against eight hundred, whom he slew at one time. <a href="/nkjv/2_samuel/23.htm">New King James Version</a> These are the names of the mighty men whom David had: Josheb-Basshebeth the Tachmonite, chief among the captains. He was called Adino the Eznite, because he had killed eight hundred men at one time. <a href="/nasb_/2_samuel/23.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> These are the names of the mighty men whom David had: Josheb-basshebeth, a Tahchemonite, chief of the captains; he was called Adino the Eznite because of eight hundred who were killed by him at one time. <a href="/nasb/2_samuel/23.htm">NASB 1995</a> These are the names of the mighty men whom David had: Josheb-basshebeth a Tahchemonite, chief of the captains, he was called Adino the Eznite, because of eight hundred slain by him at one time; <a href="/nasb77/2_samuel/23.htm">NASB 1977 </a> These are the names of the mighty men whom David had: Josheb-basshebeth a Tahchemonite, chief of the captains, he was called Adino the Eznite, because of eight hundred slain by him at one time; <a href="/lsb/2_samuel/23.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> These are the names of the mighty men whom David had: Josheb-basshebeth a Tahchemonite, chief of the captains, he was called Adino the Eznite, because of eight hundred slain by him at one time; <a href="/amp/2_samuel/23.htm">Amplified Bible</a> These are the names of the mighty men (warriors) whom David had: Josheb-basshebeth, a Tahchemonite, chief of the captains, also called Adino the Eznite (spear) because of the eight hundred men killed [by him] at one time. <a href="/csb/2_samuel/23.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> These are the names of David’s warriors: Josheb-basshebeth the Tahchemonite was chief of the officers. He wielded his spear against eight hundred men that he killed at one time. <a href="/hcsb/2_samuel/23.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> These are the names of David&#8217s warriors: Josheb-basshebeth the Tahchemonite was chief of the officers. He wielded his spear against 800 men that he killed at one time. <a href="/asv/2_samuel/23.htm">American Standard Version</a> These are the names of the mighty men whom David had: Josheb-basshebeth a Tahchemonite, chief of the captains; the same was Adino the Eznite, against eight hundred slain at one time. <a href="/cev/2_samuel/23.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> These are the names of David's warriors: Ishbosheth the son of Hachmon was the leader of the Three Warriors. In one battle, he killed 800 men with his spear. <a href="/erv/2_samuel/23.htm">English Revised Version</a> These be the names of the mighty men whom David had: Josheb-basshebeth a Tahchemonite, chief of the captains; the same was Adino the Eznite, against eight hundred slain at one time. <a href="/gwt/2_samuel/23.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> These are the names of David's fighting men: Josheb Basshebeth from Tahkemon's family was leader of the three. He used a spear to kill 800 men on one occasion. <a href="/gnt/2_samuel/23.htm">Good News Translation</a> These are the names of David's famous soldiers: the first was Josheb Basshebeth from Tachemon, who was the leader of "The Three"; he fought with his spear against eight hundred men and killed them all in one battle. <a href="/isv/2_samuel/23.htm">International Standard Version</a> Here's a list of the names of David's special forces: Josheb-basshebeth the Tahkemonite was head of the Three; he was nicknamed Adino the Eznite because he killed 800 men in a single battle engagement. <a href="/msb/2_samuel/23.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> These are the names of David?s mighty men: Josheb-basshebeth the Tahchemonite was chief of the Three. He wielded his spear against eight hundred men, whom he killed at one time. <a href="/net/2_samuel/23.htm">NET Bible</a> These are the names of David's warriors: Josheb-Basshebeth, a Tahkemonite, was head of the officers. He killed eight hundred men with his spear in one battle. <a href="/nheb/2_samuel/23.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> These are the names of the warriors whom David had: Jeshbaal the son of Hachmoni, leader of the Three. He wielded his spear against eight hundred whom he killed at one time. <a href="/wbt/2_samuel/23.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> These are the names of the mighty men whom David had: The Tachmonite that sat in the seat, chief among the captains; the same was Adino the Eznite: he lifted up his spear against eight hundred, whom he slew at one time. <a href="/web/2_samuel/23.htm">World English Bible</a> These are the names of the mighty men whom David had: Josheb Basshebeth a Tahchemonite, chief of the captains; he was called Adino the Eznite, who killed eight hundred at one time. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/2_samuel/23.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> These [are] the names of the mighty ones whom David has: sitting in the seat [is] the Tachmonite, head of the captains—he [is] Adino, who hardened himself against eight hundred—wounded at one time. <a href="/ylt/2_samuel/23.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> These are the names of the mighty ones whom David hath: sitting in the seat is the Tachmonite, head of the captains -- he is Adino, who hardened himself against eight hundred -- wounded at one time. <a href="/slt/2_samuel/23.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> These the names of the mighty, which were to David: the Tachmonite dwelling in the dwelling, head of the third; he Adino the Eznite: against eight hundred wounded at one time.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/2_samuel/23.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> These are the names of the valiant men of David. Jesbaham sitting in the chair was the wisest chief among the three, he was like the most tender little worm of the wood, who killed eight hundred men at one onset. <a href="/cpdv/2_samuel/23.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> These are the names of the valiant of David. Sitting in the chair was the wisest leader among the three; he was like a very tender little worm in a tree, who killed eight hundred men in one attack. <a href="/nabre/2_samuel/23.htm">New American Bible</a> These are the names of David’s warriors. Ishbaal, the son of Hachamoni, chief of the Three. He brandished his spear over eight hundred whom he had slain in a single encounter. <a href="/nrsvce/2_samuel/23.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> These are the names of the warriors whom David had: Josheb-basshebeth a Tahchemonite; he was chief of the Three; he wielded his spear against eight hundred whom he killed at one time.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/2_samuel/23.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> These are the names of the mighty men whom David had: seated in the first seat, in the third rank, his name was Gadho, a man who went down and slew eight hundred men in one hour. <a href="/hpbt/2_samuel/23.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a> And these are the names of the men of David: Sitting in the first seat, in the third rank his name was Gadkhu, a man who went down and he killed eight hundred slain ones in one hour<div class="vheading2">OT Translations</div><a href="/jps/2_samuel/23.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a> These are the names of the mighty men whom David had: Josheb-basshebeth a Tahchemonite, chief of the captains; the same was Adino the Eznite; [he lifted up his spear] against eight hundred, whom he slew at one time. <a href="/sep/2_samuel/23.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a> These are the names of the mighty men of David: Jebosthe the Chananite is a captain of the third part: Adinon the Asonite, he drew his sword against eight hundred soldiers at once. <a href="/parallel/2_samuel/23-8.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/_0ajZHUzMKw?start=7137" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/2_samuel/23.htm">David's Mighty Men</a> 8<a href="/hebrew/428.htm" title="428: ’êl·leh (Pro-cp) -- These. Prolonged from 'el; these or those.">These</a> <a href="/hebrew/8034.htm" title="8034: šə·mō·wṯ (N-mpc) -- A primitive word; an appellation, as a mark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character.">are the names</a> <a href="/hebrew/1732.htm" title="1732: lə·ḏā·wiḏ (Prep-l:: N-proper-ms) -- Perhaps beloved one, a son of Jesse. Rarely; Daviyd; from the same as dowd; loving; David, the youngest son of Jesse.">of David’s</a> <a href="/hebrew/1368.htm" title="1368: hag·gib·bō·rîm (Art:: Adj-mp) -- Strong, mighty. Or gibbor; intensive from the same as geber; powerful; by implication, warrior, tyrant.">mighty men:</a> <a href="/hebrew/3429.htm" title="3429: yō·šêḇ (N-proper-ms) -- Sitting in the seat, one of David's heroes. ">Josheb-basshebeth</a> <a href="/hebrew/3429.htm" title="3429: baš·še·ḇeṯ (Noun) -- Sitting in the seat, one of David's heroes. "></a> <a href="/hebrew/834.htm" title="834: ’ă·šer (Pro-r) -- Who, which, that. A primitive relative pronoun; who, which, what, that; also when, where, how, because, in order that, etc."></a> <a href="/hebrew/8461.htm" title="8461: taḥ·kə·mō·nî (N-proper-ms) -- A descriptive title for one of David's men. Probably for Cahkmowniy; sagacious; Tachkemoni, an Israelite.">the Tahchemonite</a> <a href="/hebrew/7218.htm" title="7218: rōš (N-msc) -- Head. From an unused root apparently meaning to shake; the head, whether literal or figurative.">was chief</a> <a href="/hebrew/7991.htm" title="7991: haš·šā·li·šî (Art:: N-mp) -- Or shalowsh; or shalosh; from shalowsh; a triple, i.e. a triangle; also a three-fold measure; also a general of the third rank.">of the Three.</a> <a href="/hebrew/1931.htm" title="1931: hū (Pro-3ms) -- He, she, it. ">He</a> <a href="/hebrew/5722.htm" title="5722: ‘ă·ḏî·nōw (N-proper-ms) -- Voluptuous, one of David's heroes. Probably from adiyn in the original sense of slender; his spear.">wielded</a> <a href="/hebrew/6112.htm" title="6112: hå̄·ʿɛṣ·nō (Art:: N-proper-ms) -- A descriptive title for one of David's men. From an unused root meaning to be sharp or strong; a spear.">his spear</a> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: ‘al- (Prep) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications.">against</a> <a href="/hebrew/8083.htm" title="8083: šə·mō·neh (Number-fs) -- Or shmowneh; feminine shmonah; or shmownah; apparently from shamen through the idea of plumpness; a cardinal number, eight; also eighth.">eight</a> <a href="/hebrew/3967.htm" title="3967: mê·’ō·wṯ (Number-fp) -- Hundred. Or metyah; properly, a primitive numeral; a hundred; also as a multiplicative and a fraction.">hundred men,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2491.htm" title="2491: ḥā·lāl (N-ms) -- Pierced, polluted. From chalal; pierced; figuratively, polluted.">whom he killed</a> <a href="/hebrew/259.htm" title="259: ʾɛ·ḥå̄ḏ (Number-fs) -- One. A numeral from 'achad; properly, united, i.e. One; or first.">at one</a> <a href="/hebrew/6471.htm" title="6471: bə·p̄a·‘am (Prep-b:: N-fs) -- A beat, foot, anvil, occurrence. Or pa;amah; from pa'am; a stroke, literally or figuratively.">time.</a> 9Next in command was Eleazar son of Dodo the Ahohite. As one of the three mighty men, he went with David to taunt the Philistines who had gathered for battle at Pas-dammim. The men of Israel retreated,…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/1_chronicles/11-11.htm">1 Chronicles 11:11</a> 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. <a href="/1_chronicles/11-12.htm">1 Chronicles 11:12-14</a> Next in command was Eleazar son of Dodo the Ahohite, one of the three mighty men. / He was with David at Pas-dammim when the Philistines gathered there for battle. At a place with a field full of barley, the troops fled from the Philistines. / But Eleazar and David stationed themselves in the middle of the field and defended it. They struck down the Philistines, and the LORD brought about a great victory. <a href="/1_chronicles/27-2.htm">1 Chronicles 27:2</a> Jashobeam son of Zabdiel was in charge of the first division, which was assigned the first month. There were 24,000 men in his division. <a href="/1_chronicles/27-3.htm">1 Chronicles 27:3</a> He was a descendant of Perez and chief of all the army commanders for the first month. <a href="/1_chronicles/27-4.htm">1 Chronicles 27:4</a> Dodai the Ahohite was in charge of the division for the second month, and Mikloth was the leader. There were 24,000 men in his division. <a href="/1_chronicles/27-5.htm">1 Chronicles 27:5-6</a> The third army commander, as chief for the third month, was Benaiah son of Jehoiada the priest. There were 24,000 men in his division. / This Benaiah was mighty among the Thirty and was over the Thirty, and his son Ammizabad was in charge of his division. <a href="/1_chronicles/27-7.htm">1 Chronicles 27:7</a> The fourth, for the fourth month, was Joab’s brother Asahel, and his son Zebadiah was commander after him. There were 24,000 men in his division. <a href="/1_chronicles/27-8.htm">1 Chronicles 27:8</a> The fifth, for the fifth month, was the commander Shamhuth the Izrahite. There were 24,000 men in his division. <a href="/1_chronicles/27-9.htm">1 Chronicles 27:9</a> The sixth, for the sixth month, was Ira son of Ikkesh the Tekoite. There were 24,000 men in his division. <a href="/1_chronicles/27-10.htm">1 Chronicles 27:10</a> The seventh, for the seventh month, was Helez the Pelonite, an Ephraimite. There were 24,000 men in his division. <a href="/1_chronicles/27-11.htm">1 Chronicles 27:11</a> The eighth, for the eighth month, was Sibbecai the Hushathite, a Zerahite. There were 24,000 men in his division. <a href="/1_chronicles/27-12.htm">1 Chronicles 27:12</a> The ninth, for the ninth month, was Abiezer the Anathothite, a Benjamite. There were 24,000 men in his division. <a href="/1_chronicles/27-13.htm">1 Chronicles 27:13</a> The tenth, for the tenth month, was Maharai the Netophathite, a Zerahite. There were 24,000 men in his division. <a href="/1_chronicles/27-14.htm">1 Chronicles 27:14</a> The eleventh, for the eleventh month, was Benaiah the Pirathonite, an Ephraimite. There were 24,000 men in his division. <a href="/1_chronicles/27-15.htm">1 Chronicles 27:15</a> The twelfth, for the twelfth month, was Heldai the Netophathite, from the family of Othniel. There were 24,000 men in his division.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>These be the names of the mighty men whom David had: The Tachmonite that sat in the seat, chief among the captains; the same was Adino the Eznite: he lift up his spear against eight hundred, whom he slew at one time.A.<a href="/1_chronicles/11-11.htm">1 Chronicles 11:11,12</a> And this is the number of the mighty men whom David had; Jashobeam, an Hachmonite, the chief of the captains: he lifted up his spear against three hundred slain by him at one time… <a href="/1_chronicles/27-2.htm">1 Chronicles 27:2,32</a> Over the first course for the first month was Jashobeam the son of Zabdiel: and in his course were twenty and four thousand… whom he slew [heb] slain <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/2_samuel/18-5.htm">Captains</a> <a href="/2_samuel/20-26.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/2_samuel/23-1.htm">David</a> <a href="/1_samuel/17-12.htm">Eight</a> <a href="/2_samuel/21-16.htm">Hundred</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-49.htm">Lift</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-18.htm">Mighty</a> <a href="/2_samuel/7-9.htm">Names</a> <a href="/2_samuel/19-8.htm">Sat</a> <a href="/2_samuel/14-9.htm">Seat</a> <a href="/2_samuel/21-16.htm">Slain</a> <a href="/2_samuel/21-21.htm">Slew</a> <a href="/2_samuel/23-7.htm">Spear</a> <a href="/daniel/10-4.htm">th</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-45.htm">Time</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/2_samuel/24-2.htm">Captains</a> <a href="/2_samuel/23-13.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/2_samuel/23-9.htm">David</a> <a href="/2_samuel/24-9.htm">Eight</a> <a href="/2_samuel/23-18.htm">Hundred</a> <a href="/1_kings/8-3.htm">Lift</a> <a href="/2_samuel/23-9.htm">Mighty</a> <a href="/1_kings/4-8.htm">Names</a> <a href="/1_kings/1-35.htm">Sat</a> <a href="/1_kings/1-17.htm">Seat</a> <a href="/1_kings/1-19.htm">Slain</a> <a href="/2_samuel/23-12.htm">Slew</a> <a href="/2_samuel/23-18.htm">Spear</a> <a href="/daniel/10-4.htm">th</a> <a href="/2_samuel/23-13.htm">Time</a><div class="vheading2">2 Samuel 23</div>1. <a href="/2_samuel/23-1.htm">David, in his last words, professes his faith in God's promises</a> 6. <a href="/2_samuel/23-6.htm">The different state of the wicked</a> 8. <a href="/2_samuel/23-8.htm">A catalogue of David's mighty men</a> </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>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <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><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>These are the names of David’s mighty men: This phrase introduces a list of David's elite warriors, known as the "mighty men" or "Gibborim." These men were renowned for their bravery and skill in battle, serving as David's most trusted and valiant soldiers. The concept of mighty men is rooted in the ancient Near Eastern tradition of warrior elites who were celebrated for their heroic deeds. In the broader biblical narrative, these men symbolize the strength and support that God provided to David, enabling him to establish and secure his kingdom.Josheb-basshebeth the Tahchemonite: Josheb-basshebeth is identified as one of the foremost warriors among David's mighty men. The name "Josheb-basshebeth" is somewhat enigmatic, with variations in different manuscripts, but it is generally understood to refer to a distinguished warrior. The term "Tahchemonite" likely indicates his origin or clan, though its exact meaning is uncertain. This designation highlights the diverse backgrounds of David's warriors, who were united under his leadership.was chief of the Three: Josheb-basshebeth is described as the chief of the Three, a subgroup within the mighty men. The Three were the most elite and accomplished warriors, distinguished by their extraordinary feats. This hierarchical structure within the mighty men reflects the organization and discipline of David's forces, which were crucial for his military successes. The Three's exploits are celebrated in the biblical text, underscoring their pivotal role in David's reign.He wielded his spear against eight hundred men: This phrase recounts a remarkable feat of valor, where Josheb-basshebeth is said to have fought against eight hundred men with his spear. Such accounts of individual heroism are common in ancient military narratives, serving to inspire and exemplify the ideal warrior. The number "eight hundred" may be symbolic, representing overwhelming odds and the divine empowerment of David's warriors. This act of bravery is reminiscent of other biblical figures who achieved great victories through faith and divine assistance.whom he killed at one time: The phrase emphasizes the extraordinary nature of Josheb-basshebeth's achievement, suggesting a single, decisive battle or engagement. This account highlights the supernatural strength and courage attributed to David's mighty men, often seen as a reflection of God's favor and intervention. The narrative serves to glorify the accomplishments of these warriors while reinforcing the theme of divine support for David's kingdom. Such stories of individual heroism also prefigure the ultimate victory of Christ, who triumphs over sin and death through His sacrificial act.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/d/david.htm">David</a> The King of Israel, known for his leadership, military prowess, and heart for God. He gathered a group of mighty warriors who were instrumental in his military successes. 2. <a href="/topical/j/josheb-basshebeth.htm">Josheb-basshebeth</a> Also known as Adino the Eznite in some translations, he was the chief of David's mighty men. His remarkable feat of killing eight hundred men with his spear highlights his exceptional bravery and skill. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_tahkemonite.htm">The Tahkemonite</a> This term refers to Josheb-basshebeth's origin or possibly a title. It indicates his background or a specific group he was associated with. 4. <a href="/topical/d/david's_mighty_men.htm">David’s Mighty Men</a> A group of elite warriors who served King David. They were known for their extraordinary feats in battle and loyalty to David. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_battle.htm">The Battle</a> The specific event where Josheb-basshebeth killed eight hundred men is not detailed, but it signifies a significant military victory and personal valor.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/c/courage_and_faithfulness.htm">Courage and Faithfulness</a> Josheb-basshebeth's actions demonstrate immense courage and faithfulness. Believers are encouraged to stand firm in their faith and face challenges with bravery. <a href="/topical/l/leadership_and_influence.htm">Leadership and Influence</a> David's ability to inspire and lead such mighty men reflects the importance of godly leadership. Christians are called to lead by example and inspire others to achieve great things for God's kingdom. <a href="/topical/g/god's_empowerment.htm">God's Empowerment</a> The extraordinary feats of David's mighty men remind us that God empowers His people to accomplish what seems impossible. Trust in God's strength rather than our own. <a href="/topical/l/loyalty_and_brotherhood.htm">Loyalty and Brotherhood</a> The unity and loyalty among David's mighty men serve as a model for Christian fellowship. Believers should support and stand by one another in spiritual battles. <a href="/topical/l/legacy_of_faith.htm">Legacy of Faith</a> The accounts of David's mighty men are preserved as a testament to their faith and valor. Christians are encouraged to live lives that leave a lasting legacy of faith and courage.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_2_samuel_23.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 2 Samuel 23</a> <a href="/q/evidence_of_david's_'mighty_men'.htm">(2 Samuel 23) Is there any archaeological evidence confirming the exploits or the existence of David’s “mighty men”?</a> <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 href="/q/why_do_2_sam_23_8_and_1_chr_11_11_differ.htm">(2 Samuel 23:8 vs 1 Chronicles 11:11) Why do the records conflict on the number of enemies killed (eight hundred vs three hundred)? </a> <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><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>(8) These be the names.--Here, in the summary at the close of David's reign, is very naturally given a list of his chief heroes. A duplicate of this list, with several variations, and with sixteen more names, is given in <a href="/context/1_chronicles/11-10.htm" title="These also are the chief of the mighty men whom David had, who strengthened themselves with him in his kingdom, and with all Israel, to make him king, according to the word of the LORD concerning Israel.">1Chronicles 11:10-47</a>, which is useful in correcting such clerical errors as have arisen in both. The list in Chronicles is given in connection with David's becoming king over all Israel; but in both cases the list is not to be understood as belonging precisely to any definite time, but rather as a catalogue of the chief heroes who distinguished themselves at any time in the life of David.The Tachmonite that sat in the seat.--The text of this verse has undergone several alterations, which may be corrected by the parallel passage in Chronicles. This clause should read, "Jashobeam the Hachmonite," as in <a href="/1_chronicles/11-11.htm" title="And this is the number of the mighty men whom David had; Jashobeam, an Hachmonite, the chief of the captains: he lifted up his spear against three hundred slain by him at one time.">1Chronicles 11:11</a>. Jashobeam came to David at Ziklag (<a href="/1_chronicles/12-1.htm" title="Now these are they that came to David to Ziklag, while he yet kept himself close because of Saul the son of Kish: and they were among the mighty men, helpers of the war.">1Chronicles 12:1</a>; <a href="/1_chronicles/12-6.htm" title="Elkanah, and Jesiah, and Azareel, and Joezer, and Jashobeam, the Korhites,">1Chronicles 12:6</a>), and afterwards became the general of the first division of the army (<a href="/1_chronicles/27-2.htm" title="Over the first course for the first month was Jashobeam the son of Zabdiel: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.">1Chronicles 27:2</a>), being immediately followed by Dodo. One of the same family was tutor to David's sons (<a href="/1_chronicles/27-32.htm" title="Also Jonathan David's uncle was a counselor, a wise man, and a scribe: and Jehiel the son of Hachmoni was with the king's sons:">1Chronicles 27:32</a>). . . . <div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/2_samuel/23.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 8. - These be the names. A similar list is given in <a href="/1_chronicles/11-10.htm">1 Chronicles 11:10-47</a>, with several variations, and sixteen more names. It is given there in connection with David's elevation to the throne of all Israel, and the conquest of Jerusalem. Such catalogues might possibly be revised from time to time, and new names inserted as there were vacancies caused by death. And this seems to have been the case with the list in Chronicles, which contains the names of all who were admitted during David's reign into the order of the mighties. The present is the actual list of the order as it existed on the day when David, at Hebron, was anointed king over all the twelve tribes. And we can well conceive that, on so grand an occasion, David founded this, the first order of chivalry, and gave his thirty knights, as they would be now called, their special rank and high privileges. The Tachmonite. This verse is extremely corrupt. A man could not be a Tachmonite and an Eznite at the same time. In the Revised Version the corruption is confessed in the mildest terms, but there is something painfully ludicrous in giving Josheb-basshebeth as the man's name. The reading "Jashobeam the son of a Hachmonite," in <a href="/1_chronicles/11-11.htm">1 Chronicles 11:11</a>, is confirmed by <a href="/1_chronicles/12-6.htm">1 Chronicles 12:6</a>, where Jashobeam is mentioned among those who joined David at Ziklag, and by <a href="/1_chronicles/27-2.htm">1 Chronicles 27:2</a>, where we find him appointed commander of the first brigade of twenty-four thousand men. The error in the present text arose from the scribe's eye being misled by catching sight of basshebeth in the line above, it being the word translated "in the same place" in the Authorized Version. He Adino the Eznite. These unmeaning words are a corruption of the right reading preserved in Chronicles, "he lifted up his spear." The number of men whom he slew at one time is there stated as having been three hundred; but, as Abishai accomplished this feat, and yet held only inferior rank, eight hundred is probably right. And possibly it is not meant that he slew them all with his own hand, though that is quite possible. He was chief of the captains. The word for "captain," shalish, is derived from the numeral "three;" and probably it was the title of the three who formed the first rank of the mighties. But in course of time it seems to have been applied to the commanders of the body guard (<a href="/2_kings/10-25.htm">2 Kings 10:25</a>); and we find Bidcar so styled when in personal attendance upon Jehu (<a href="/2_kings/9-25.htm">2 Kings 9:25</a>); and Pekah used the opportunities afforded by this office for the murder of Pekahiah (<a href="/2_kings/15-25.htm">2 Kings 15:25</a>). It is not used of military officers generally. Those admitted to the list were evidently the outlaws . who had been with David in his wanderings and at Ziklag. They now received their reward, and became, moreover, the stay of David's throne. It is their past history which accounts for the strange composition of the list. A large number came from Judah, and especially from Bethlehem. Several are David's own relatives. Seven towns or families furnish sixteen out of the whole list. We find a father and his son, and pairs of brothers. There are, moreover, numerous foreigners - Hittites, Ammonites, Moabites, a Syrian from Zobah, and Gideonites, descended from the aboriginal inhabitants of the land. Such a list would have been sorely resented had it not been formed out of men who had earned it by their past services and their fidelity to David. <a href="/commentaries/2_samuel/23-8.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div>These אֵ֛לֶּה (’êl·leh) Pronoun - common plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_428.htm">Strong's 428: </a> These, those are the names שְׁמ֥וֹת (šə·mō·wṯ) Noun - masculine plural construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_8034.htm">Strong's 8034: </a> A name of David’s לְדָוִ֑ד (lə·ḏā·wiḏ) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1732.htm">Strong's 1732: </a> David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse mighty men: הַגִּבֹּרִ֖ים (hag·gib·bō·rîm) Article | Adjective - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1368.htm">Strong's 1368: </a> Powerful, warrior, tyrant Josheb-basshebeth יֹשֵׁ֨ב (yō·šêḇ) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3427.htm">Strong's 3427: </a> To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry the Tahchemonite תַּחְכְּמֹנִ֣י ׀ (taḥ·kə·mō·nî) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_8461.htm">Strong's 8461: </a> Tahchemonite -- a descriptive title for one of David's men was chief רֹ֣אשׁ (rōš) Noun - masculine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7218.htm">Strong's 7218: </a> The head of the Three. הַשָּׁלִשִׁ֗י (haš·šā·li·šî) Article | Noun - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7991.htm">Strong's 7991: </a> A triple, a triangle, a three-fold measure, a general of the third rank He ה֚וּא (hū) Pronoun - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1931.htm">Strong's 1931: </a> He, self, the same, this, that, as, are wielded עֲדִינ֣וֹ (‘ă·ḏî·nōw) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5722.htm">Strong's 5722: </a> Adino -- 'voluptuous', one of David's heroes his spear הָֽעֶצְנִ֔י (hā·‘eṣ·nî) Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6112.htm">Strong's 6112: </a> Eznite -- a descriptive title for one of David's men against עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> Above, over, upon, against eight שְׁמֹנֶ֥ה (šə·mō·neh) Number - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_8083.htm">Strong's 8083: </a> A cardinal number, eight, eighth hundred [men], מֵא֛וֹת (mê·’ō·wṯ) Number - feminine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3967.htm">Strong's 3967: </a> A hundred whom he killed חָלָ֖ל (ḥā·lāl) Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_2491.htm">Strong's 2491: </a> Pierced, polluted at one אֶחָֽת׃ (’e·ḥāṯ) Number - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_259.htm">Strong's 259: </a> United, one, first time. בְּפַ֥עַם (bə·p̄a·‘am) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6471.htm">Strong's 6471: </a> A beat, foot, anvil, occurrence <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/2_samuel/23-8.htm">2 Samuel 23:8 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/2_samuel/23-8.htm">2 Samuel 23:8 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/2_samuel/23-8.htm">2 Samuel 23:8 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/2_samuel/23-8.htm">2 Samuel 23:8 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/2_samuel/23-8.htm">2 Samuel 23:8 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/2_samuel/23-8.htm">2 Samuel 23:8 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/2_samuel/23-8.htm">2 Samuel 23:8 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/2_samuel/23-8.htm">2 Samuel 23:8 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/2_samuel/23-8.htm">2 Samuel 23:8 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/2_samuel/23-8.htm">2 Samuel 23:8 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/2_samuel/23-8.htm">OT History: 2 Samuel 23:8 These are the names of the mighty (2Sa iiSam 2 Sam ii sam) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/2_samuel/23-7.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="2 Samuel 23:7"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="2 Samuel 23:7" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/2_samuel/23-9.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="2 Samuel 23:9"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="2 Samuel 23:9" /></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>