Ishbi-benob יִשְׁבּוֹ בְּנֹב
Philistine giant who fought against David's men.
Biography
Ishbi-benob was a Philistine warrior described as a descendant of the giants (2Sa.21.16). During a battle at Gob, he wielded a bronze spear weighing three hundred shekels and was armed with a new sword. Ishbi-benob attempted to kill King David, who had grown weary in the fight. However, Abishai the son of Zeruiah came to David's aid and struck down the Philistine and killed him. After this incident, David's men urged him not to go out to battle anymore, lest he quench the lamp of Israel (2Sa.21.17). This event demonstrates the ongoing conflict between the Israelites and the Philistines during David's reign, as well as the loyalty of David's mighty men.
Family
Siblings
- Goliath MaleA gigantic manA Philistine giant defeated by David.View full profile →
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- Lahmi MaleA gigantic manBrother of Goliath the GittiteView full profile →
- huge man MaleA gigantic manA huge man from Gath, killed by David's warriors.View full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book2 Samuel 1 verse
- 2 Samuel 21:16
"and Ishbibenob, who was of the sons of the giant, the weight of whose spear was three hundred shekels of bronze in weight, he being armed with a new sword, thought he would kill David."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | יִשְׁבּוֹ בְּנֹב | H3430 |