Shobi שֹׁבִי
Ammonite who provided supplies to David at Mahanaim.
Who is Shobi in the Bible?
Shobi was an Ammonite from Rabbah who provided crucial supplies to King David at Mahanaim during David's flight from his rebellious son Absalom, as recorded in 2 Samuel 17:27. Along with Machir and Barzillai, Shobi brought beds, basins, pottery, grain, flour, beans, lentils, honey, curds, sheep, and cheese to sustain David and his followers during this difficult period. Despite being from a foreign nation, Shobi's generosity demonstrated that David maintained allies even among neighboring peoples. His act of kindness was significant because it showed practical support for the king when his own nation was divided against him, helping to preserve David's strength during one of the most challenging episodes of his reign.
Biography
Shobi is mentioned in 2Sa.17.27 as an Ammonite from Rabbah who, along with Machir and Barzillai, brought supplies to David and his followers at Mahanaim. This event occurred during the rebellion of David's son Absalom when David was forced to flee from Jerusalem. Shobi, despite being an Ammonite, showed kindness and support to David in his time of need. He provided beds, basins, pottery, wheat, barley, flour, roasted grain, beans, lentils, honey, curds, sheep, and cheese for David and the people with him. This act of generosity was significant, as it demonstrated that David had allies and support even among the neighboring nations, and it helped sustain David and his followers during a challenging period of his reign.
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In Scripture
1 biblical book2 Samuel 1 verse
- 2 Samuel 17:27
"When David came to Mahanaim, he was met by Shobi son of Nahash from Rabbah of the Ammonites, Machir son of Ammiel from Lo-debar, and Barzillai the Gileadite from Rogelim."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | שֹׁבִי |