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2 Samuel 23:38

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Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,
2 Samuel 23:38 · Berean Standard Bible
Parallel translations
  • WEB Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,
  • KJV Ira an Ithrite, Gareb an Ithrite,
  • NKJV Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,
  • NASB Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,
  • NLT Ira from Jattir; Gareb from Jattir;

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Quick answer

Ira and Gareb, both Ithrites, are named among David's mighty men.

Overview

These warriors continue the honored roster. The faithful recording of their names reflects God's attentive remembrance of those who serve His purposes.

Cross-references & the web

Cross-references · 3

  • 1 Chr 2:53and the clans of Kiriath-jearim—the Ithrites, Puthites, Shumathites, and Mishraites. From these descended the Zorathites and Eshtaolites.
  • 2 Sam 20:26and Ira the Jairite was David’s priest.
  • 1 Chr 11:40Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,

Themes, concepts, people & topics

Topics (3)
GAREBIRAITHRITES

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  • ReferenceInterlinear, lexicon & Strong'sBlue Letter Bible · Seminary · Free

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Christ at the center

God's covenant with David — a son whose throne and kingdom would last forever (7:12–16) — finds its yes in Jesus, the Son of David who reigns without end.

How 2 Samuel 23:38 points to him is part of the one story that runs through all Scripture — meet Jesus at the heart of the web, or follow a trail that traces him from Genesis to Revelation.

Original language

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Iraעִירָאan IthriteיִתְרִיGarebגָּרֵבan Ithriteיִתְרִי
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