Ahiam אֲחִיאָם

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One of David's mighty men, son of Sharar

Who is Ahiam in the Bible?

Ahiam, son of Sharar the Hararite, was one of the mighty men who served under King David (2 Samuel 23:33, 1 Chronicles 11:35). The mighty men were a select group of skilled warriors renowned for their bravery and military prowess, and they played a crucial role in David's military campaigns and the establishment of his kingdom. Although Ahiam is listed among these elite fighters in both 2 Samuel and 1 Chronicles, the Bible provides no specific details about his individual acts of valor. His inclusion in the official roster of David's mighty men underscores the importance of loyal warriors in building and defending Israel's monarchy during the reign of King David.

Biography

Ahiam was one of the mighty men who served under King David. He was the son of Sharar the Hararite. The mighty men were a group of skilled warriors known for their bravery and military prowess. They played a significant role in David's military campaigns and helped establish and defend his kingdom. Ahiam is mentioned in the lists of David's mighty men found in both 2 Samuel and 1 Chronicles, but no specific details about his individual exploits are recorded in the Bible. (2Sa.23.33; 1Ch.11.35).

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In Scripture

2 biblical books
2 Samuel 1 verse
  • 2 Samuel 23:33

    "son of Shammah the Hararite, Ahiam son of Sharar the Hararite,"

1 Chronicles 1 verse
  • 1 Chronicles 11:35

    "Ahiam son of Sachar the Hararite, Eliphal son of Ur,"

Names & Aliases

Form Language Script
Named Hebrew אֲחִיאָם
Encyclopedia Article

Ahiam

ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)

the Hararite.

a-hi'-an ('achyan, "brotherly"): A son of Shemida of the tribe of Manasseh (1Ch 7:19).

a-hi-e'-zer ('achi`ezer, "brother is help"):