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Ibhar יִבְחָר

Male Tribe of Judah H2984 2 books

One of King David's sons born in Jerusalem.

Who is Ibhar in the Bible?

Ibhar was one of the sons born to King David in Jerusalem, mentioned in 2 Samuel 5:15, 1 Chronicles 3:6, and 1 Chronicles 14:5. He was born during the period after David had established Jerusalem as the capital of his kingdom and consolidated his rule over Israel. While Ibhar is included in the biblical genealogies that document David's descendants, no other details about his life or role are provided in Scripture. His inclusion in these genealogical records reflects the importance of documenting the royal lineage and establishing the continuity of the Davidic dynasty, which carried theological significance for Israel's understanding of God's covenant promises to David.

Biography

Ibhar is mentioned in two parallel passages (2Sa.5.15 and 1Ch.14.5) as one of the sons born to King David in Jerusalem. He is also listed in 1Ch.3.6 among David's descendants.

David, the second king of Israel, had several wives and concubines, and the Bible records that he fathered many children. Ibhar was one of the sons born to David after he had conquered Jerusalem and made it his capital city.

The mention of Ibhar in these genealogical records highlights the importance of family lineage in ancient Israelite society. The chronicling of David's descendants, including Ibhar, serves to establish the royal line and emphasize the continuity of the Davidic dynasty.

Apart from being listed among David's sons, no further information is provided about Ibhar in the Bible. His inclusion in the genealogies suggests that he was part of David's large family and that his birth was considered significant enough to be recorded in the scriptural accounts of David's life and reign.

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In Scripture

2 biblical books
2 Samuel 1 verse
  • 2 Samuel 5:15

    "Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,"

1 Chronicles 2 verses
  • 1 Chronicles 3:6

    "David’s other sons were Ibhar, Elishua, Eliphelet,"

  • 1 Chronicles 14:5

    "Ibhar, Elishua, Elpelet,"

Names & Aliases

Form Language Script
Named Hebrew יִבְחָר
Encyclopedia Article

Ibhar

ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)

oncubine (1Ch 3:6; 2Sa 5:15); otherwise unknown. His name in all three lists follows Solomon's.' In the Peshitta, "Juchabar."

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i'-bis. In Isa 34:11, yanshoph, which is rendered "owl," apparently indicates the sacred ibis (Ibis religiosa). The Septuagint gives eibis and Vulgate (Jerome's Latin Bible, 390-405 A

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