Eliahba אֶלְיַחְבָּא
Shaalbonite, one of David's mighty men
Who is Eliahba in the Bible?
Eliahba the Shaalbonite was one of David's mighty men, an elite group of warriors known for their exceptional military skill and bravery. He is mentioned in both 2 Samuel 23:32 and 1 Chronicles 11:33 as part of this distinguished military force. His name indicates he came from Shaalbon, a town in the territory of Dan, suggesting his regional origins. These mighty men played a crucial role in David's military campaigns and were instrumental in establishing his kingdom. Though little else is recorded about Eliahba individually, his inclusion among David's select warriors demonstrates his importance to the king's military success.
Biography
Eliahba the Shaalbonite is mentioned in 2Sa.23.32 and 1Ch.11.33 as one of David's mighty men. He was part of an elite group of warriors known for their exceptional military skills and bravery. The mighty men played a crucial role in David's military campaigns and helped establish his kingdom. Eliahba's association with Shaalbon, a town in the territory of Dan, suggests that he may have been from that region.
In Scripture
2 biblical books2 Samuel 1 verse
- 2 Samuel 23:32
"Eliahba the Shaalbonite, the sons of Jashen, Jonathan"
1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 11:33
"Azmaveth the Baharumite, Eliahba the Shaalbonite,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | אֶלְיַחְבָּא |