Hachmonites חַכְמוֹנִי
A clan or family known for their mighty warriors.
Biography
The Hachmonites, also referred to as the Tahchemonites, were a clan or family mentioned in the context of King David's mighty warriors. In 2Sa.23.8, Josheb-Basshebeth, one of David's mighty men, is called the Tahchemonite, which suggests that he may have been a member of this clan. Similarly, in 1Ch.11.11, Jashobeam, another of David's mighty warriors, is described as the son of a Hachmonite. These references indicate that the Hachmonites or Tahchemonites were known for producing skilled and valiant warriors who served in David's army. However, no further details are provided about the history or origins of this clan in the Bible.
In Scripture
2 biblical books1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 11:11
"This is the number of the mighty men whom David had: Jashobeam, the son of a Hachmonite, the chief of the thirty; he lifted up his spear against three hundred and killed them at one time."
2 Samuel 1 verse
- 2 Samuel 23:8
"These are the names of the mighty men whom David had: Josheb Basshebeth a Tahchemonite, chief of the captains; he was called Adino the Eznite, who killed eight hundred at one time."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group | Hebrew | חַכְמוֹנִי | H2453G |
| Group | Hebrew | תַּחְכְּמֹנִי | H8461 |