Eliphelet אֲלִיפֶ֫לֶט
Son of Ahasbai the Maacathite, one of David's mighty men.
Who is Eliphelet in the Bible?
Eliphelet was the son of Ahasbai the Maacathite and served as one of King David's mighty men, as recorded in 2 Samuel 23:34. The mighty men were an elite group of warriors known for their exceptional bravery, strength, and military skill who fought alongside David during his campaigns. Eliphelet's inclusion in this honored list indicates he was a skilled and trusted warrior who played a significant role in David's military efforts. His patronymic connection to Maacah, a region near the border of Israel and Syria, suggests he may have brought both foreign military experience and loyalty to David's forces. His name endures in Scripture as a testament to the dedicated warriors who supported Israel's greatest king.
Biography
Eliphelet, the son of Ahasbai the Maacathite, is mentioned in the list of David's mighty men (2Sa.23.34). The mighty men were a group of elite warriors who fought alongside King David and were known for their exceptional bravery, strength, and military prowess. Eliphelet's inclusion in this list indicates that he was a skilled warrior who played a significant role in David's military campaigns. His father, Ahasbai, is described as a Maacathite, suggesting that Eliphelet may have had ties to the region of Maacah, located near the border of Israel and Syria.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book2 Samuel 1 verse
- 2 Samuel 23:34
"Eliphelet son of Ahasbai the Maacathite, Eliam son of Ahithophel the Gilonite,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | אֲלִיפֶ֫לֶט |