Abialbon the Arbathite, Azmaveth the Barhumite,
Parallel translations
- KJV Abialbon the Arbathite, Azmaveth the Barhumite,
- BSB Abi-albon the Arbathite, Azmaveth the Barhumite,
- NKJV Abi-Albon the Arbathite, Azmaveth the Barhumite,
- NASB Abi-albon the Arbathite, Azmaveth the Barhumite,
- NLT Abi-albon from Arabah; Azmaveth from Bahurim;
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Abi-albon the Arbathite and Azmaveth the Barhumite are added to the company.
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These names continue the detailed list of David's mighty men. The careful record reflects the biblical conviction that God remembers the names and deeds of those who serve His kingdom faithfully.
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Cross-references · 2
- 2 Sam 3:16Her husband went with her, weeping as he went, and followed her to Bahurim. Then Abner said to him, “Go! Return!” and he returned.
- 1 Chr 11:32–33Hurai of the brooks of Gaash, Abiel the Arbathite,
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