2 Samuel 23:35
New International Version
Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,

New Living Translation
Hezro from Carmel; Paarai from Arba;

English Standard Version
Hezro of Carmel, Paarai the Arbite,

Berean Standard Bible
Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,

King James Bible
Hezrai the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,

New King James Version
Hezrai the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,

New American Standard Bible
Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,

NASB 1995
Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,

NASB 1977
Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,

Legacy Standard Bible
Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,

Amplified Bible
Hezro (Hezrai) of Carmel, Paarai the Arbite,

Christian Standard Bible
Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,

American Standard Version
Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,

English Revised Version
Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Hezrai from Carmel, Paarai from Arabah,

International Standard Version
Hezro from Carmel, Paarai the Arbite,

Majority Standard Bible
Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,

NET Bible
Hezrai the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,

New Heart English Bible
Hezrai the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,

Webster's Bible Translation
Hezrai the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,

World English Bible
Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Hezrai the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,

Young's Literal Translation
Hezrai the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,

Smith's Literal Translation
Hezri the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Hesrai of Carmel, Pharai of Arbi,

Catholic Public Domain Version
Hezrai from Carmel, Paarai from Arbi,

New American Bible
Hezrai, from Carmel; Paarai the Arbite;

New Revised Standard Version
Hezro of Carmel; Paarai the Arbite;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Hezrai the Carmelite, Gadai the Arbite,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Khetsri, who was from Tur Karmela, Gadi, who was from Arub
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Hezrai the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Asarai the Carmelite the son of Uraeoerchi.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
David's Mighty Men
34Eliphelet son of Ahasbai the Maacathite, Eliam son of Ahithophel the Gilonite, 35Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite, 36Igal son of Nathan of Zobah, Bani the Gadite,…

Cross References
1 Chronicles 11:38
Joel the brother of Nathan, Mibhar son of Hagri,

1 Chronicles 11:10-47
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 12:1-2
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 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 23:13
Then David and his men, about six hundred strong, set out and departed from Keilah, moving from place to place. When Saul was told that David had escaped from Keilah, he declined to go forth.

1 Samuel 25:13
And David said to his men, “Strap on your swords!” So David and all his men strapped on their swords, and about four hundred men followed David, while two hundred stayed with the supplies.

1 Samuel 30:9-10
So David and his six hundred men went to the Brook of Besor, where some stayed behind / because two hundred men were too exhausted to cross the brook. But David and four hundred men continued in pursuit.

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 1:10
But he did not invite Nathan the prophet, Benaiah, the mighty men, or his brother Solomon.

1 Kings 1:32-40
Then King David said, “Call in for me Zadok the priest, Nathan the prophet, and Benaiah son of Jehoiada.” So they came before the king. / “Take my servants with you,” said the king. “Set my son Solomon on my own mule and take him down to Gihon. / There Zadok the priest and Nathan the prophet are to anoint him king over Israel. You are to blow the ram’s horn and declare, ‘Long live King Solomon!’ ...

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 2:32
The LORD will bring his bloodshed back upon his own head, for without the knowledge of my father David he struck down two men more righteous and better than he when he put to the sword Abner son of Ner, commander of Israel’s army, and Amasa son of Jether, commander of Judah’s army.

1 Kings 2:36-46
Then the king summoned Shimei and said to him, “Build a house for yourself in Jerusalem and live there, but do not go anywhere else. / On the day you go out and cross the Kidron Valley, know for sure that you will die; your blood will be on your own head.” / “The sentence is fair,” Shimei replied. “Your servant will do as my lord the king has spoken.” And Shimei lived in Jerusalem for a long time. ...

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. ...

1 Chronicles 27:32-34
David’s uncle Jonathan was a counselor; he was a man of insight and a scribe. Jehiel son of Hachmoni attended to the sons of the king. / Ahithophel was the king’s counselor. Hushai the Archite was the king’s friend. / Ahithophel was succeeded by Jehoiada son of Benaiah, then by Abiathar. Joab was the commander of the king’s army.


Treasury of Scripture

Hezrai the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite,

Hezrai

1 Chronicles 11:37
Hezro the Carmelite, Naarai the son of Ezbai,

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Hezro the Carmelite
Hezro is listed among David's mighty warriors, a group of elite soldiers who played a crucial role in establishing and maintaining David's kingdom. The mention of Hezro as a "Carmelite" likely indicates his origin from Carmel, a town in the territory of Judah. This Carmel is distinct from Mount Carmel in the north and is associated with the story of Nabal and Abigail (1 Samuel 25). The Carmelites were known for their agricultural productivity, which may suggest that Hezro came from a region of prosperity and strategic importance. His inclusion among the mighty men highlights the diverse backgrounds of those who supported David, reflecting the unification of various tribes and regions under his rule. This unification is a precursor to the establishment of a more centralized kingdom, which foreshadows the coming of a greater King, Jesus Christ, who unites all believers.

Paarai the Arbite
Paarai is another of David's mighty warriors, and his designation as an "Arbite" suggests he hailed from the town of Arab, located in the hill country of Judah. This area was known for its rugged terrain, which may have contributed to the development of skilled and resilient fighters. The mention of Paarai underscores the loyalty and bravery of those who supported David during his reign. The Arbites, like the Carmelites, were part of the diverse coalition that David brought together, symbolizing the gathering of God's people from various backgrounds. This gathering is a type of the future gathering of all nations under Christ's reign, as prophesied in the Old Testament and fulfilled in the New Testament. The inclusion of individuals like Paarai in the biblical narrative emphasizes the importance of each member in the body of Christ, regardless of their origin or status.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Hezro the Carmelite
Hezro is listed among David's mighty warriors. The term "Carmelite" indicates he was from Carmel, a town in the territory of Judah. Carmel was known for its fertile land and vineyards.

2. Paarai the Arbite
Paarai is another of David's mighty men. The designation "Arbite" suggests he was from Arab, a town in the region of Judah. These men were part of an elite group who supported King David during his reign.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Loyalty and Support
Hezro and Paarai were part of a group that remained loyal to David, demonstrating the importance of steadfast support in leadership and community.

God Uses People from All Backgrounds
The diverse origins of David's mighty men, including Hezro from Carmel and Paarai from Arab, show that God can use individuals from various backgrounds for His purposes.

The Value of Community in God's Work
The listing of David's mighty men highlights the importance of community and teamwork in achieving God's plans. Each person had a role that contributed to the success of David's reign.

Legacy of Faithfulness
Being remembered as one of David's mighty men signifies a legacy of faithfulness and courage. Our actions today can leave a lasting impact on future generations.(35) Hezrai.--So the Hebrew margin; but the text has Hezro, as in Chronicles. He was of Carmel, seven miles S.S.E. of Hebron, famous in David's early history.

Paarai the Arbite.--In Chronicles "Naarai the son of Ezbai." It is impossible to decide whether Paarai or Naarai is the correct form, but the son of Ezbai is evidently a scribe's error for the Arbite, which it must resemble in the original.

Verse 35. - Hezrai. The Hebrew text has Hezro, as in 1 Chronicles 11:37. His native place was Carmel, for which see note on 1 Samuel 15:12. Paarai the Arbite. A native of Arab, in Judah. In Chronicles he is called "Naarai the son of Ezbai."

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Hezro
חֶצְרַי֙ (ḥeṣ·ray)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2695: Hezro -- one of David's men

the Carmelite,
הַֽכַּרְמְלִ֔י (hak·kar·mə·lî)
Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3761: Carmelite -- inhabitant of Carmel

Paarai
פַּעֲרַ֖י (pa·‘ă·ray)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6474: Paarai -- one of David's men

the Arbite,
הָאַרְבִּֽי׃ (hā·’ar·bî)
Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 701: Arbite -- a native of Arab


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