Gareb גָּרֵב
One of David's mighty warriors; an Ithrite.
Who is Gareb in the Bible?
Gareb the Ithrite was one of David's mighty warriors, a select group of thirty-seven men known for their exceptional military skill and bravery (2 Samuel 23:38, 1 Chronicles 11:40). As an Ithrite, he belonged to the clan of Jether, a descendant of Kiriath-jearim, and while the Bible provides no specific details about his individual exploits, his inclusion among David's elite warriors demonstrates that he was a highly skilled and respected soldier. Gareb's place in this distinguished military company reflects his unwavering loyalty to King David and his crucial role in establishing and defending the kingdom during a formative period in Israel's history.
Biography
Gareb the Ithrite is mentioned in 2Sa.23.38 and 1Ch.11.40 as one of David's mighty warriors. The mighty warriors were a group of thirty-seven men who were known for their exceptional military skills and bravery. They played a significant role in establishing and defending David's kingdom. Gareb is specifically identified as an Ithrite, which suggests he belonged to the clan of Jether, a descendant of Kiriath-jearim (1Ch.2.53). No further details are provided about Gareb's specific exploits or his role in David's military campaigns. However, his inclusion in the list of mighty warriors indicates that he was a highly skilled and respected soldier who demonstrated unwavering loyalty to King David.
In Scripture
2 biblical books2 Samuel 1 verse
- 2 Samuel 23:38
"Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,"
1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 11:40
"Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | גָּרֵב | Gareb , the name of an Israelite, also of a hill near Jerusalem |
Gareb
Kiriath-jearim (1Ch 2:53). Some, however, read ha-yattiri for ha- yithri, thus making him a native of Jattir.
See IRA.
A hill in the neighborhood of Jerusalem, which was one of the landmarks to which the prophet Jeremiah (31:39) foresaw that the city should extend. The site is unknown. Cheyne (Encyc