1 Chronicles 11:43
New International Version
Hanan son of Maakah, Joshaphat the Mithnite,

New Living Translation
Hanan son of Maacah; Joshaphat from Mithna;

English Standard Version
Hanan the son of Maacah, and Joshaphat the Mithnite,

Berean Standard Bible
Hanan son of Maacah, Joshaphat the Mithnite,

King James Bible
Hanan the son of Maachah, and Joshaphat the Mithnite,

New King James Version
Hanan the son of Maachah, Joshaphat the Mithnite,

New American Standard Bible
Hanan the son of Maacah and Joshaphat the Mithnite,

NASB 1995
Hanan the son of Maacah and Joshaphat the Mithnite,

NASB 1977
Hanan the son of Maacah and Joshaphat the Mithnite,

Legacy Standard Bible
Hanan the son of Maacah and Joshaphat the Mithnite,

Amplified Bible
Hanan the son of Maacah, and Joshaphat the Mithnite,

Christian Standard Bible
Hanan son of Maacah, Joshaphat the Mithnite,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Hanan son of Maacah, Joshaphat the Mithnite,

American Standard Version
Hanan the son of Maacah, and Joshaphat the Mithnite,

English Revised Version
Hanan the son of Maacah, and Joshaphat the Mithnite;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Hanan (son of Maacah), and Joshaphat the Mithnite,

International Standard Version
Maacah's son Hanan, Joshaphat the Mithnite,

Majority Standard Bible
Hanan son of Maacah, Joshaphat the Mithnite,

NET Bible
Hanan son of Maacah, Joshaphat the Mithnite,

New Heart English Bible
Hanan the son of Maacah, and Joshaphat the Mithnite,

Webster's Bible Translation
Hanan the son of Maachah, and Joshaphat the Mithnite,

World English Bible
Hanan the son of Maacah, Joshaphat the Mithnite,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Hanan son of Maachah, and Joshaphat the Mithnite,

Young's Literal Translation
Hanan son of Maachah, and Joshaphat the Mithnite,

Smith's Literal Translation
Hanan son of Maachah, and Josaphat the Mithnite,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Hanan the son of Maacha, and Josaphat a Mathanite,

Catholic Public Domain Version
Hanan, the son of Maacah; and Joshaphat, a Mithnite;

New American Bible
Hanan, son of Maacah; Joshaphat the Mithnite;

New Revised Standard Version
Hanan son of Maacah, and Joshaphat the Mithnite,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Hanan the son of Maachah, and Azrai the Anathotite,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Khanan, son of Maaka, Azi, who is from Nathoth.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Hanan the son of Maacah, and Joshaphat the Mithnite;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Anan the son of Moocha, and Josaphat the Matthanite,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
David's Mighty Men
42Adina son of Shiza the Reubenite, chief of the Reubenites, and the thirty with him, 43Hanan son of Maacah, Joshaphat the Mithnite, 44Uzzia the Ashterathite, Shama and Jeiel the sons of Hotham the Aroerite,…

Cross References
2 Samuel 23:24-39
Now these were members of the Thirty: Asahel the brother of Joab, Elhanan son of Dodo of Bethlehem, / Shammah the Harodite, Elika the Harodite, / Helez the Paltite, Ira son of Ikkesh the Tekoite, ...

1 Chronicles 12:1-2
Now these were the men who came to David at Ziklag, while he was still banished from the presence of Saul son of Kish (they were among the mighty men who helped him in battle; / they were archers using both the right and left hands to sling stones and shoot arrows; and they were Saul’s kinsmen from Benjamin):

1 Chronicles 27:1-15
This is the list of the Israelites—the heads of families, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and their officers who served the king in every matter concerning the divisions on rotating military duty each month throughout the year. There were 24,000 men in each division: / Jashobeam son of Zabdiel was in charge of the first division, which was assigned the first month. There were 24,000 men in his division. / He was a descendant of Perez and chief of all the army commanders for the first month. ...

2 Samuel 2:18
The three sons of Zeruiah were there: Joab, Abishai, and Asahel. Now Asahel was fleet of foot like a wild gazelle,

1 Chronicles 11:10-12
Now these were the chiefs of David’s mighty men, who, together with all Israel, bolstered and strengthened his kingdom, according to the word of the LORD concerning Israel. / This is the list of David’s mighty men: Jashobeam son of Hachmoni was chief of the officers; he wielded his spear against three hundred men, whom he killed at one time. / Next in command was Eleazar son of Dodo the Ahohite, one of the three mighty men.

1 Chronicles 12:18
Then the Spirit came upon Amasai, the chief of the Thirty, and he said: “We are yours, O David! We are with you, O son of Jesse! Peace, peace to you, and peace to your helpers, for your God helps you.” So David received them and made them leaders of his troops.

1 Chronicles 12:38
All these men of war, arrayed for battle, came to Hebron fully determined to make David king over all Israel. And all the rest of the Israelites were of one mind to make David king.

1 Chronicles 27:18
over Judah was Elihu, one of David’s brothers; over Issachar was Omri son of Michael;

1 Samuel 22:1-2
So David left Gath and took refuge in the cave of Adullam. When his brothers and the rest of his father’s household heard about it, they went down to him there. / And all who were distressed or indebted or discontented rallied around him, and he became their leader. About four hundred men were with him.

1 Samuel 26:6
And David asked Ahimelech the Hittite and Abishai son of Zeruiah, Joab’s brother, “Who will go down with me to Saul in the camp?” “I will go with you,” answered Abishai.

2 Samuel 8:16-18
Joab son of Zeruiah was over the army; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was the recorder; / Zadok son of Ahitub and Ahimelech son of Abiathar were priests; Seraiah was the scribe; / Benaiah son of Jehoiada was over the Cherethites and Pelethites; and David’s sons were priestly leaders.

2 Samuel 20:23-26
Now Joab was over the whole army of Israel; Benaiah son of Jehoiada was over the Cherethites and Pelethites; / Adoram was in charge of the forced labor; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was the recorder; / Sheva was the scribe; Zadok and Abiathar were priests; ...

1 Kings 1:8
But Zadok the priest, Benaiah son of Jehoiada, Nathan the prophet, Shimei, Rei, and David’s mighty men would not join Adonijah.

1 Kings 2:5-6
Moreover, you know what Joab son of Zeruiah did to me—what he did to Abner son of Ner and Amasa son of Jether, the two commanders of the armies of Israel. He killed them in peacetime to avenge the blood of war. He stained with the blood of war the belt around his waist and the sandals on his feet. / So act according to your wisdom, and do not let his gray head go down to Sheol in peace.

1 Kings 4:1-6
So King Solomon ruled over Israel, / and these were his chief officials: Azariah son of Zadok was the priest; / Elihoreph and Ahijah, the sons of Shisha, were secretaries; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was the recorder; ...


Treasury of Scripture

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Hanan son of Maacah
Hanan is listed among David's mighty warriors, a group of elite fighters who played a crucial role in establishing David's kingdom. The name "Hanan" means "gracious" or "merciful," which may reflect his character or the favor he found in David's eyes. The mention of "son of Maacah" provides a familial connection, indicating his lineage. Maacah is a name that appears multiple times in the Bible, often associated with different individuals and places, suggesting a common name in the region. This connection may imply a noble or significant family background, as Maacah was also a name of a small Aramean kingdom, indicating possible ties to that area. The inclusion of Hanan in this list highlights the diverse backgrounds of David's warriors, who came from various tribes and regions to support his reign.

Joshaphat the Mithnite
Joshaphat, not to be confused with Jehoshaphat, the king of Judah, is another of David's mighty men. The name "Joshaphat" means "Yahweh has judged," which could signify a divine endorsement or a reflection of his role in executing justice or judgment in battle. The term "Mithnite" is less clear, as it is not widely referenced elsewhere in the Bible. It likely denotes a geographical origin or clan affiliation, possibly linked to a location or a group within Israel or its neighboring regions. This designation emphasizes the varied origins of David's warriors, who were drawn from different parts of the land, united by their loyalty to David and their shared purpose in establishing his kingdom. The presence of such individuals underscores the widespread support David received and the diverse composition of his military forces.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Hanan son of Maacah
Hanan is listed among David's mighty warriors. The name "Hanan" means "gracious" or "merciful" in Hebrew. Maacah could refer to a region or a person, indicating Hanan's lineage or origin.

2. Joshaphat the Mithnite
Joshaphat is another of David's mighty men. The term "Mithnite" likely refers to his place of origin, though the exact location is not clearly identified in the biblical text.

3. David's Mighty Warriors
This passage is part of a larger list detailing the mighty men who served King David. These warriors were renowned for their bravery and loyalty, playing crucial roles in establishing David's kingdom.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Loyalty and Support
Just as David's mighty men were loyal and supportive, Christians are called to support their leaders and each other in faith and community.

Recognizing God-Given Strengths
Each of David's warriors had unique skills and strengths. Believers should recognize and utilize their God-given talents for the advancement of God's kingdom.

The Value of Community in Spiritual Battles
The collective strength of David's warriors underscores the importance of community and fellowship in facing spiritual challenges.

Legacy of Faithfulness
The mention of these warriors in Scripture highlights the lasting impact of faithfulness and dedication to God's purposes.(43) Joshaphat the Mithnite.--The LXX. has "the Mathanite," or "the Bethanite." Syriac, "Azi of Anathoth" !



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Hanan
חָנָן֙ (ḥā·nān)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2605: Hanan -- 'gracious', the name of several Israelites

son
בֶּֽן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Maacah,
מַעֲכָ֔ה (ma·‘ă·ḵāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4601: Maacah -- an Israelite name, also a non-Israelite name, also a region in Syria

Joshaphat
וְיוֹשָׁפָ֖ט (wə·yō·wō·šā·p̄āṭ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3146: Joshaphat

the Mithnite,
הַמִּתְנִֽי׃ (ham·miṯ·nî)
Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4981: Mithnite -- a descriptive title for one of David's men


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