Mibhar מִבְחָר
One of David's mighty warriors, son of Hagri.
Biography
Mibhar is mentioned in the book of 1 Chronicles as one of David's mighty warriors (1Ch.11.38). He is described as the son of Hagri, but no further details about his family background or place of origin are given. Mibhar is listed among the warriors who supported David and helped him in his military campaigns. The Bible does not record any specific exploits or achievements of Mibhar, but his inclusion in the list of David's mighty warriors suggests that he was a skilled and valiant soldier who demonstrated loyalty to David and played a significant role in his army.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 11:38
"Joel the brother of Nathan, Mibhar the son of Hagri,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | מִבְחָר | H4006 |
Mibhar
2Sa 23:36). A comparison of the two records makes it probable that mibhchar is a corruption of mitstsbhah = "from Zobah," which completes the designation of the former name, Nathan of Zobah. The concluding words of the verse, Ben-Hagri = "the son of Hagri," will then appear as a misreading of Bani ha-gadhi = "Bani, the Gadite," thus bringing the two records into accord.
(1) A son of Ishmael (Ge 25:13; 1Ch 1:29).
(2) A Simeonite (1Ch 4:2