Gareb גָּרֵב

Male H1619G 2 books

One of David's mighty warriors; an Ithrite.

Biography

Gareb the Ithrite is mentioned in 2Sa.23.38 and 1Ch.11.40 as one of David's mighty warriors. The mighty warriors were a group of thirty-seven men who were known for their exceptional military skills and bravery. They played a significant role in establishing and defending David's kingdom. Gareb is specifically identified as an Ithrite, which suggests he belonged to the clan of Jether, a descendant of Kiriath-jearim (1Ch.2.53). No further details are provided about Gareb's specific exploits or his role in David's military campaigns. However, his inclusion in the list of mighty warriors indicates that he was a highly skilled and respected soldier who demonstrated unwavering loyalty to King David.

In Scripture

2 biblical books
2 Samuel 1 verse
  • 2 Samuel 23:38

    "Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,"

1 Chronicles 1 verse
  • 1 Chronicles 11:40

    "Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,"

Names & Aliases

Form Language Script Strong's
Named Hebrew גָּרֵב H1619G
Encyclopedia Article

Gareb

ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)

Kiriath-jearim (1Ch 2:53). Some, however, read ha-yattiri for ha- yithri, thus making him a native of Jattir.

See IRA.

A hill in the neighborhood of Jerusalem, which was one of the landmarks to which the prophet Jeremiah (31:39) foresaw that the city should extend. The site is unknown. Cheyne (Encyc