Ammizabad עַמִּיזָבָד
Son of Benaiah, one of David's mighty men
Who is Ammizabad in the Bible?
Ammizabad was the son of Benaiah, one of King David's most celebrated mighty men and commander of the royal bodyguard, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 27:6. He served as his father's second-in-command, assisting in the leadership and military duties of David's household guard. By holding this significant position alongside his father, Ammizabad demonstrated that he was a skilled and trusted military leader in his own right. His role illustrates the dynastic nature of authority in David's administration, where capable sons inherited positions of responsibility from their fathers and continued their legacy of service to the king.
Biography
Ammizabad was the son of Benaiah, one of King David's mighty men and the commander of his bodyguard. Benaiah was a valiant warrior known for his heroic deeds. Ammizabad served as his father's second-in-command, assisting him in his duties and responsibilities. This suggests that Ammizabad was also a skilled and trusted military leader, following in his father's footsteps.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 27:6
"This Benaiah was mighty among the Thirty and was over the Thirty, and his son Ammizabad was in charge of his division."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | עַמִּיזָבָד |