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Paarai from Arba;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/2_samuel/23.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Hezro of Carmel, Paarai the Arbite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/2_samuel/23.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/2_samuel/23.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Hezrai the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/2_samuel/23.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Hezrai the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/2_samuel/23.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/2_samuel/23.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/2_samuel/23.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/2_samuel/23.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/2_samuel/23.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Hezro (Hezrai) of Carmel, Paarai the Arbite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/2_samuel/23.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/2_samuel/23.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/2_samuel/23.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/2_samuel/23.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/2_samuel/23.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Hezrai from Carmel, Paarai from Arabah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/2_samuel/23.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Hezro from Carmel, Paarai the Arbite, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/2_samuel/23.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/2_samuel/23.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Hezrai the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/2_samuel/23.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Hezrai the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/2_samuel/23.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Hezrai the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/2_samuel/23.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite, <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/2_samuel/23.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Hezrai the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/2_samuel/23.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Hezrai the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/2_samuel/23.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Hezri the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/2_samuel/23.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Hesrai of Carmel, Pharai of Arbi, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/2_samuel/23.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Hezrai from Carmel, Paarai from Arbi,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/2_samuel/23.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Hezrai, from Carmel; Paarai the Arbite;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/2_samuel/23.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Hezro of Carmel; Paarai the Arbite;<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/2_samuel/23.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Hezrai the Carmelite, Gadai the Arbite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/2_samuel/23.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Khetsri, who was from Tur Karmela, Gadi, who was from Arub<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/2_samuel/23.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Hezrai the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/2_samuel/23.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Asarai the Carmelite the son of Uraeoerchi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/2_samuel/23-35.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=7396" 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">34</span>Eliphelet son of Ahasbai the Maacathite, Eliam son of Ahithophel the Gilonite, <span class="reftext">35</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/2695.htm" title="2695: ḥɛṣ·rō (N-proper-ms) -- One of David's heroes. By an orthographical variation for Chetsrown; enclosure; Chetsro, an Israelite.">Hezro</a> <a href="/hebrew/3761.htm" title="3761: hak·kar·mə·lî (Art:: N-proper-ms) -- Inhab. of Carmel. Patron from Karmel; a Karmelite or inhabitant of Karmel.">the Carmelite,</a> <a href="/hebrew/6474.htm" title="6474: pa·‘ă·ray (N-proper-ms) -- One of David's heroes. From pa'ar; yawning; Paarai, an Israelite.">Paarai</a> <a href="/hebrew/701.htm" title="701: hā·’ar·bî (Art:: N-proper-ms) -- A native of Arab. Patrial from 'Arab; an Arbite or native of Arab.">the Arbite,</a> </span><span class="reftext">36</span>Igal son of Nathan of Zobah, Bani the Gadite,…<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/11-38.htm">1 Chronicles 11:38</a></span><br />Joel the brother of Nathan, Mibhar son of Hagri,<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/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_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/1-32.htm">1 Kings 1:32-40</a></span><br />Then King David said, “Call in for me Zadok the priest, Nathan the prophet, and Benaiah son of Jehoiada.” So they came before the king. / “Take my servants with you,” said the king. “Set my son Solomon on my own mule and take him down to Gihon. / There Zadok the priest and Nathan the prophet are to anoint him king over Israel. You are to blow the ram’s horn and declare, ‘Long live King Solomon!’ ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/2-5.htm">1 Kings 2:5-6</a></span><br />Moreover, you know what Joab son of Zeruiah did to me—what he did to Abner son of Ner and Amasa son of Jether, the two commanders of the armies of Israel. He killed them in peacetime to avenge the blood of war. He stained with the blood of war the belt around his waist and the sandals on his feet. / So act according to your wisdom, and do not let his gray head go down to Sheol in peace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/2-32.htm">1 Kings 2:32</a></span><br />The LORD will bring his bloodshed back upon his own head, for without the knowledge of my father David he struck down two men more righteous and better than he when he put to the sword Abner son of Ner, commander of Israel’s army, and Amasa son of Jether, commander of Judah’s army.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/2-36.htm">1 Kings 2:36-46</a></span><br />Then the king summoned Shimei and said to him, “Build a house for yourself in Jerusalem and live there, but do not go anywhere else. / On the day you go out and cross the Kidron Valley, know for sure that you will die; your blood will be on your own head.” / “The sentence is fair,” Shimei replied. “Your servant will do as my lord the king has spoken.” And Shimei lived in Jerusalem for a long time. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/27-1.htm">1 Chronicles 27:1-15</a></span><br />This is the list of the Israelites—the heads of families, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and their officers who served the king in every matter concerning the divisions on rotating military duty each month throughout the year. There were 24,000 men in each division: / 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. / He was a descendant of Perez and chief of all the army commanders for the first month. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/27-32.htm">1 Chronicles 27:32-34</a></span><br />David’s uncle Jonathan was a counselor; he was a man of insight and a scribe. Jehiel son of Hachmoni attended to the sons of the king. / Ahithophel was the king’s counselor. Hushai the Archite was the king’s friend. / Ahithophel was succeeded by Jehoiada son of Benaiah, then by Abiathar. Joab was the commander of the king’s army.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Hezrai the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,</p><p class="hdg">Hezrai</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/11-37.htm">1 Chronicles 11:37</a></b></br> Hezro the Carmelite, Naarai the son of Ezbai,</p><p class="hdg">hezro </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/2_samuel/17-14.htm">Archite</a> <a href="/2_samuel/3-3.htm">Carmel</a> <a href="/2_samuel/3-3.htm">Carmelite</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/11-37.htm">Hezro</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_chronicles/1-15.htm">Archite</a> <a href="/1_kings/18-19.htm">Carmel</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/3-1.htm">Carmelite</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/11-37.htm">Hezro</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>Hezro the Carmelite</b><br>Hezro is listed among David's mighty warriors, a group of elite soldiers who played a crucial role in establishing and maintaining David's kingdom. The mention of Hezro as a "Carmelite" likely indicates his origin from Carmel, a town in the territory of Judah. This Carmel is distinct from Mount Carmel in the north and is associated with the story of Nabal and Abigail (1 Samuel 25). The Carmelites were known for their agricultural productivity, which may suggest that Hezro came from a region of prosperity and strategic importance. His inclusion among the mighty men highlights the diverse backgrounds of those who supported David, reflecting the unification of various tribes and regions under his rule. This unification is a precursor to the establishment of a more centralized kingdom, which foreshadows the coming of a greater King, Jesus Christ, who unites all believers.<p><b>Paarai the Arbite</b><br>Paarai is another of David's mighty warriors, and his designation as an "Arbite" suggests he hailed from the town of Arab, located in the hill country of Judah. This area was known for its rugged terrain, which may have contributed to the development of skilled and resilient fighters. The mention of Paarai underscores the loyalty and bravery of those who supported David during his reign. The Arbites, like the Carmelites, were part of the diverse coalition that David brought together, symbolizing the gathering of God's people from various backgrounds. This gathering is a type of the future gathering of all nations under Christ's reign, as prophesied in the Old Testament and fulfilled in the New Testament. The inclusion of individuals like Paarai in the biblical narrative emphasizes the importance of each member in the body of Christ, regardless of their origin or status.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/h/hezro_the_carmelite.htm">Hezro the Carmelite</a></b><br>Hezro is listed among David's mighty warriors. The term "Carmelite" indicates he was from Carmel, a town in the territory of Judah. Carmel was known for its fertile land and vineyards.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/p/paarai_the_arbite.htm">Paarai the Arbite</a></b><br>Paarai is another of David's mighty men. The designation "Arbite" suggests he was from Arab, a town in the region of Judah. These men were part of an elite group who supported King David during his reign.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_loyalty_and_support.htm">The Importance of Loyalty and Support</a></b><br>Hezro and Paarai were part of a group that remained loyal to David, demonstrating the importance of steadfast support in leadership and community.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god_uses_people_from_all_backgrounds.htm">God Uses People from All Backgrounds</a></b><br>The diverse origins of David's mighty men, including Hezro from Carmel and Paarai from Arab, show that God can use individuals from various backgrounds for His purposes.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_value_of_community_in_god's_work.htm">The Value of Community in God's Work</a></b><br>The listing of David's mighty men highlights the importance of community and teamwork in achieving God's plans. Each person had a role that contributed to the success of David's reign.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/legacy_of_faithfulness.htm">Legacy of Faithfulness</a></b><br>Being remembered as one of David's mighty men signifies a legacy of faithfulness and courage. Our actions today can leave a lasting impact on future generations.<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_2_chron._35_and_2_kings_23_differ.htm">Why do 2 Chronicles 35 and 2 Kings 23 differ in their accounts of Josiah's death, raising questions about the actual historical events?</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><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>(35) <span class= "bld">Hezrai.</span>--So the Hebrew margin; but the text has <span class= "ital">Hezro, </span>as in Chronicles. He was of Carmel, seven miles S.S.E. of Hebron, famous in David's early history.<p><span class= "bld">Paarai the Arbite.</span>--In Chronicles "Naarai the son of Ezbai." It is impossible to decide whether <span class= "ital">Paarai </span>or <span class= "ital">Naarai </span>is the correct form, but <span class= "ital">the son of Ezbai </span>is evidently a scribe's error for <span class= "ital">the Arbite, </span>which it must resemble in the original.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/2_samuel/23.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 35.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Hezrai</span>. The Hebrew text has <span class="accented">Hezro</span>, as in <a href="/1_chronicles/11-37.htm">1 Chronicles 11:37</a>. His native place was Carmel, for which see note on 1 Samuel 15:12. <span class="cmt_word">Paarai the Arbite.</span> A native of Arab, in Judah. In Chronicles he is called "Naarai the son of Ezbai." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/2_samuel/23-35.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">Hezro</span><br /><span class="heb">חֶצְרַי֙</span> <span class="translit">(ḥeṣ·ray)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2695.htm">Strong's 2695: </a> </span><span class="str2">Hezro -- one of David's men</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the Carmelite,</span><br /><span class="heb">הַֽכַּרְמְלִ֔י</span> <span class="translit">(hak·kar·mə·lî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3761.htm">Strong's 3761: </a> </span><span class="str2">Carmelite -- inhabitant of Carmel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Paarai</span><br /><span class="heb">פַּעֲרַ֖י</span> <span class="translit">(pa·‘ă·ray)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6474.htm">Strong's 6474: </a> </span><span class="str2">Paarai -- one of David's men</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the Arbite,</span><br /><span class="heb">הָאַרְבִּֽי׃</span> <span class="translit">(hā·’ar·bî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_701.htm">Strong's 701: </a> </span><span class="str2">Arbite -- a native of Arab</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/2_samuel/23-35.htm">2 Samuel 23:35 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/2_samuel/23-35.htm">2 Samuel 23:35 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/2_samuel/23-35.htm">2 Samuel 23:35 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/2_samuel/23-35.htm">2 Samuel 23:35 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/2_samuel/23-35.htm">2 Samuel 23:35 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/2_samuel/23-35.htm">2 Samuel 23:35 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/2_samuel/23-35.htm">2 Samuel 23:35 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/2_samuel/23-35.htm">2 Samuel 23:35 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/2_samuel/23-35.htm">2 Samuel 23:35 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/2_samuel/23-35.htm">2 Samuel 23:35 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/2_samuel/23-35.htm">OT History: 2 Samuel 23:35 Hezro the Carmelite Paarai the Arbite (2Sa iiSam 2 Sam ii sam) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/2_samuel/23-34.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="2 Samuel 23:34"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="2 Samuel 23:34" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/2_samuel/23-36.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="2 Samuel 23:36"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="2 Samuel 23:36" /></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>