Benaiah בְּנָיָ֫הוּ
A Pirathonite, one of David's mighty warriors.
Biography
Benaiah the Pirathonite is mentioned in 2Sa.23.30 and 1Ch.11.31 as one of David's thirty mighty warriors. These men were known for their exceptional bravery, military skills, and loyalty to King David. Benaiah's inclusion in this elite group highlights his prowess as a warrior and his dedication to serving the king. In 1Ch.27.14, Benaiah is listed as the leader of the Ephraimites, one of the twelve divisions of David's army. Each division served the king for one month out of the year, and Benaiah's appointment as a leader demonstrates his leadership abilities and the trust placed in him by David. The fact that he hailed from Pirathon, a town in the territory of Ephraim, further underscores his connection to the tribe of Ephraim.
In Scripture
2 biblical books2 Samuel 1 verse
- 2 Samuel 23:30
"Benaiah a Pirathonite, Hiddai of the brooks of Gaash."
1 Chronicles 2 verses
- 1 Chronicles 11:31
"Ithai the son of Ribai of Gibeah of the children of Benjamin, Benaiah the Pirathonite,"
- 1 Chronicles 27:14
"The eleventh captain for the eleventh month was Benaiah the Pirathonite, of the children of Ephraim. In his division were twenty-four thousand."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | בְּנָיָ֫הוּ | H1141H |