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Azmaveth, from Bahurim;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/2_samuel/23.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Abi-albon the Arbathite; Azmaveth of Bahurim;<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/2_samuel/23.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Abi the son of Abialemon the Gileadite, Arboth of Horim,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/2_samuel/23.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Abi, son of Abayalmoon, who was from Gelad, Erbuth, who was from Khurim<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/2_samuel/23.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Abi-albon the Arbathite, Azmaveth the Barhumite;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/2_samuel/23.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Gadabiel son of the Arabothaeite.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/2_samuel/23-31.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=7374" 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">30</span>Benaiah the Pirathonite, Hiddai from the brooks of Gaash, <span class="reftext">31</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/45.htm" title="45: ’ă·ḇî-From 'ab and and an unused root of uncertain. Derivation; probably, father of strength; Abialbon, an Israelite."></a> <a href="/hebrew/45.htm" title="45: ‘al·ḇō·wn (N-proper-ms) -- From 'ab and and an unused root of uncertain. Derivation; probably, father of strength; Abialbon, an Israelite.">Abi-albon</a> <a href="/hebrew/6164.htm" title="6164: hā·‘ar·ḇā·ṯî (Art:: N-proper-ms) -- Inhab. of Arabah. Patrial from Beyth ha-'Arabah; an Arbathite or inhabitant ofArabah.">the Arbathite,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5820.htm" title="5820: ‘az·mā·weṯ (N-proper-ms) -- From az and maveth; strong one of death; Azmaveth, the name of three Israelites and of a place in Palestine.">Azmaveth</a> <a href="/hebrew/1273.htm" title="1273: hab·bar·ḥu·mî (Art:: N-proper-ms) -- A Barchumite. By transposition for Bacharuwmiy; a Barchumite, or native of Bachurim.">the Barhumite,</a> </span><span class="reftext">32</span>Eliahba the Shaalbonite, the sons of Jashen, Jonathan…<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/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 2:32-33</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. / Their blood will come back upon the heads of Joab and his descendants forever; but for David, his descendants, his house, and his throne, there shall be peace from the LORD forever.”<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/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 12:8-15</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: / Ezer the chief, Obadiah the second in command, Eliab the third, / Mishmannah the fourth, Jeremiah the fifth, ...<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.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Abialbon the Arbathite, Azmaveth the Barhumite,</p><p class="hdg">Abi-albon</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/11-32.htm">1 Chronicles 11:32</a></b></br> Hurai of the brooks of Gaash, Abiel the Arbathite,</p><p class="hdg">Abiel </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/11-33.htm">1 Chronicles 11:33</a></b></br> Azmaveth the Baharumite, Eliahba the Shaalbonite,</p><p class="hdg">Baharumite </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_samuel/14-51.htm">Abiel</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/11-32.htm">Arbathite</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/11-32.htm">Ar'bathite</a> <a href="/nehemiah/12-29.htm">Azmaveth</a> <a href="/nehemiah/12-29.htm">Az'maveth</a> <a href="/2_samuel/19-16.htm">Bahurim</a> <a href="/2_samuel/19-16.htm">Bahu'rim</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_chronicles/11-32.htm">Abiel</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/11-32.htm">Arbathite</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/11-32.htm">Ar'bathite</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/8-36.htm">Azmaveth</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/8-36.htm">Az'maveth</a> <a href="/1_kings/2-8.htm">Bahurim</a> <a href="/2_samuel/3-16.htm">Bahu'rim</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>Abi-albon the Arbathite</b><br>Abi-albon is listed among the mighty warriors of King David, known as the "Thirty." The name Abi-albon means "father of strength" or "father of understanding," which reflects the valor and wisdom expected of David's elite soldiers. The term "Arbathite" indicates that Abi-albon hailed from the region of Arabah, a desert area stretching from the Dead Sea to the Gulf of Aqaba. This geographical reference suggests that Abi-albon may have been accustomed to harsh conditions, which would have contributed to his resilience and effectiveness as a warrior. The Arabah region is also significant in biblical history as it was part of the territory allotted to the tribe of Judah, linking Abi-albon to the tribe from which David himself descended.<p><b>Azmaveth the Barhumite</b><br>Azmaveth is another of David's mighty men, and his name means "strong as death" or "death is strong," indicating a formidable presence on the battlefield. The designation "Barhumite" suggests that Azmaveth was from a place called Bahurim, a village in the territory of Benjamin. Bahurim is mentioned in other biblical narratives, such as when Shimei cursed David as he fled from Absalom (<a href="/2_samuel/16-5.htm">2 Samuel 16:5</a>). This connection to Benjamin is noteworthy, as it highlights the diverse backgrounds of David's warriors, who came from various tribes of Israel, uniting under his leadership. The inclusion of a Barhumite among David's mighty men underscores the theme of reconciliation and unity within the kingdom, as David's reign brought together individuals from different tribal affiliations.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/a/abi-albon_the_arbathite.htm">Abi-Albon the Arbathite</a></b><br>Abi-Albon is listed among David's mighty warriors. The term "Arbathite" suggests he was from the region of Arabah, a desert area in the Jordan Valley. His inclusion in this list highlights his valor and loyalty to King David.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/a/azmaveth_the_barhumite.htm">Azmaveth the Barhumite</a></b><br>Azmaveth is another of David's mighty men. The designation "Barhumite" indicates his origin from Bahurim, a place in the territory of Benjamin. His presence in this list signifies his importance and contribution to David's reign.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/d/david's_mighty_warriors.htm">David's Mighty Warriors</a></b><br>This group of elite soldiers served King David with distinction. They were known for their bravery, skill in battle, and unwavering loyalty to the king. Their exploits are chronicled in <a href="/bsb/2_samuel/23.htm">2 Samuel 23</a> and <a href="/bsb/1_chronicles/11.htm">1 Chronicles 11</a>.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/l/loyalty_and_service.htm">Loyalty and Service</a></b><br>Abi-Albon and Azmaveth exemplify loyalty and dedicated service to their king. As Christians, we are called to serve Christ with the same dedication and faithfulness.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_use_of_ordinary_people.htm">God's Use of Ordinary People</a></b><br>These men, though not widely known, played crucial roles in God's plan for Israel. God often uses ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/courage_in_adversity.htm">Courage in Adversity</a></b><br>The mighty warriors faced numerous challenges and dangers. Their courage serves as an example for believers to stand firm in faith amidst trials.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/unity_in_diversity.htm">Unity in Diversity</a></b><br>The diverse backgrounds of David's warriors illustrate the strength found in unity. The body of Christ is similarly diverse, yet unified in purpose and mission.<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/who_killed_saul__himself_or_amalekite.htm">Who killed Saul? Saul took his own sword and fell upon it.... Thus Saul died... (I Samuel 31:4-6) An Amalekite slew him (2 Samuel 1:1- 16)</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/why_do_1_sam_31_4-5_and_2_sam_1_10_differ.htm">How can 1 Samuel 31:4-5 claim Saul died by falling on his own sword if 2 Samuel 1:10 says an Amalekite killed him?</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><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>(31) <span class= "bld">Abi-albon.</span>--In <a href="/1_chronicles/11-32.htm" title="Hurai of the brooks of Gaash, Abiel the Arbathite,">1Chronicles 11:32</a> written <span class= "ital">Abiel, </span>probably correctly, the <span class= "ital">albon </span>having come in from <span class= "ital">Sha-albon-ite </span>in the line below.<p><span class= "bld">The Barhumite.</span>--More correctly, <span class= "ital">the Baharumite, i.e., </span>of the Bahurim mentioned in <a href="/2_samuel/3-16.htm" title="And her husband went with her along weeping behind her to Bahurim. Then said Abner to him, Go, return. And he returned.">2Samuel 3:16</a>; <a href="/2_samuel/19-16.htm" title="And Shimei the son of Gera, a Benjamite, which was of Bahurim, hurried and came down with the men of Judah to meet king David.">2Samuel 19:16</a>.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/2_samuel/23.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 31.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Abi-albon.</span> He is called <span class="accented">Abiel</span> in <a href="/1_chronicles/11-32.htm">1 Chronicles 11:32</a>. He belonged to the town of Beth-Arabah (<a href="/joshua/15-61.htm">Joshua 15:61</a>; <a href="/joshua/18-22.htm">Joshua 18:22</a>), called also Arabah (<a href="/joshua/18-18.htm">Joshua 18:18</a>), in the wilderness of Judah. <span class="cmt_word">Azmaveth the Barhumite.</span> He was of Bahurim, for which see note on 2 Samuel 3:16. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/2_samuel/23-31.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">Abi-albon</span><br /><span class="heb">עַלְבוֹן֙</span> <span class="translit">(‘al·ḇō·wn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_45.htm">Strong's 45: </a> </span><span class="str2">Abi-albon -- 'father of strength', one of David's heroes</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the Arbathite,</span><br /><span class="heb">הָֽעַרְבָתִ֔י</span> <span class="translit">(hā·‘ar·ḇā·ṯî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6164.htm">Strong's 6164: </a> </span><span class="str2">Arbathite -- inhabitant of Arabah</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Azmaveth</span><br /><span class="heb">עַזְמָ֖וֶת</span> <span class="translit">(‘az·mā·weṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5820.htm">Strong's 5820: </a> </span><span class="str2">Azmaveth -- 'strong (one) of death', four Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the Barhumite,</span><br /><span class="heb">הַבַּרְחֻמִֽי׃</span> <span class="translit">(hab·bar·ḥu·mî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1273.htm">Strong's 1273: </a> </span><span class="str2">A Barchumite</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/2_samuel/23-31.htm">2 Samuel 23:31 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/2_samuel/23-31.htm">2 Samuel 23:31 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/2_samuel/23-31.htm">2 Samuel 23:31 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/2_samuel/23-31.htm">2 Samuel 23:31 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/2_samuel/23-31.htm">2 Samuel 23:31 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/2_samuel/23-31.htm">2 Samuel 23:31 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/2_samuel/23-31.htm">2 Samuel 23:31 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/2_samuel/23-31.htm">2 Samuel 23:31 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/2_samuel/23-31.htm">2 Samuel 23:31 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/2_samuel/23-31.htm">2 Samuel 23:31 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/2_samuel/23-31.htm">OT History: 2 Samuel 23:31 Abialbon the Arbathite Azmaveth the Barhumite (2Sa iiSam 2 Sam ii sam) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/2_samuel/23-30.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="2 Samuel 23:30"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="2 Samuel 23:30" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/2_samuel/23-32.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="2 Samuel 23:32"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="2 Samuel 23:32" /></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>