Hagri הַגְרִי

Male H1905 2 books

A Gadite, father of Mibhar, one of David's mighty men.

Who is Hagri in the Bible?

Hagri was a Gadite who appears in the Bible as the father of Mibhar, one of King David's mighty men (1 Chronicles 11:38). Though Hagri himself is not described in detail, his son Mibhar earned recognition as a warrior in David's elite military force. The mention of Hagri's family in the roster of David's mighty men reflects the significant military contributions of the tribe of Gad, whose members were known for their bravery and were among the first to support David during his conflict with King Saul.

Biography

Hagri is mentioned in 1Ch.11.38 as the father of Mibhar, who was one of King David's mighty men. Mibhar is described as a Gadite, indicating that Hagri was also from the tribe of Gad. The Gadites were known for their bravery and military prowess, as they were among the first to join David when he was fleeing from King Saul (1Ch.12.8-15).

Family

In Scripture

2 biblical books ; 1 with study content
1 Chronicles 5 verses
  • 1 Chronicles 11:38

    "Joel the brother of Nathan, Mibhar son of Hagri,"

  • 1 Chronicles 5:10

    "During the days of Saul they waged war against the Hagrites, who were defeated at their hands, and they occupied the dwellings of the Hagrites throughout the region east of Gilead."

  • 1 Chronicles 5:19

    "They waged war against the Hagrites, as well as Jetur, Naphish, and Nodab."

  • 1 Chronicles 5:20

    "And because they cried out to God in battle, they were helped against their enemies, and the Hagrites and all their allies were delivered into their hands. Because they put their trust in God, He answered their prayers."

  • 1 Chronicles 27:31

    "Jaziz the Hagrite was in charge of the flocks. All these officials were in charge of King David’s property."

Psalms 1 verse
  • Psalms 83:6

    "the tents of Edom and the Ishmaelites, of Moab and the Hagrites,"

    Study Psalms →

Names & Aliases

Form Language Script
Named Hebrew הַגְרִי
(same form as previous) Hebrew הַגְרִי
Encyclopedia Article

Hagri

ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)

ef>, whose parallel passage, 2Sa 23:36, gives, instead, the name "Bani the Gadite."

hag'-rits (haghri'im): An Arab tribe, or confederation of tribes (1Ch 5:10,19,20 the King James Version "