Elnaam אֶלְנָ֑עַם
Father of Jeribai and Joshaviah, David's mighty men.
Who is Elnaam in the Bible?
Elnaam was the father of Jeribai and Joshaviah, two of the mighty men who served King David with exceptional valor and loyalty (1 Chronicles 11:46). The mighty men were an elite group of skilled warriors renowned for their prowess in battle and their dedication to the king. While the Bible provides no additional details about Elnaam's personal life or accomplishments, his mention in this context suggests he was a notable figure, possibly distinguished for his own military service or for raising and training his sons to become formidable warriors. Elnaam's inclusion in the record of David's mighty men serves to honor his family's contribution to the kingdom and their loyalty to Israel's king.
Biography
Elnaam is mentioned in the list of David's mighty men as the father of Jeribai and Joshaviah (1Ch.11.46). The mighty men were a group of skilled warriors who demonstrated exceptional valor and loyalty to King David. Elnaam's sons, Jeribai and Joshaviah, were counted among this elite group, indicating their prowess in battle and their dedication to serving the king. The inclusion of Elnaam's name in this context suggests that he was a notable figure, possibly known for his own military achievements or for his role in raising and training his sons to be skilled warriors. However, no further details about Elnaam's life, occupation, or personal characteristics are provided in the Bible. His mention serves primarily to identify the family background of two of David's mighty men.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 11:46
"Eliel the Mahavite, Jeribai and Joshaviah, the sons of Elnaam, Ithmah the Moabite,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | אֶלְנָ֑עַם |