2 Samuel 23:36
New International Version
Igal son of Nathan from Zobah, the son of Hagri,

New Living Translation
Igal son of Nathan from Zobah; Bani from Gad;

English Standard Version
Igal the son of Nathan of Zobah, Bani the Gadite,

Berean Standard Bible
Igal son of Nathan of Zobah, Bani the Gadite,

King James Bible
Igal the son of Nathan of Zobah, Bani the Gadite,

New King James Version
Igal the son of Nathan of Zobah, Bani the Gadite,

New American Standard Bible
Igal the son of Nathan of Zobah, Bani the Gadite,

NASB 1995
Igal the son of Nathan of Zobah, Bani the Gadite,

NASB 1977
Igal the son of Nathan of Zobah, Bani the Gadite,

Legacy Standard Bible
Igal the son of Nathan of Zobah, Bani the Gadite,

Amplified Bible
Igal the son of Nathan of Zobah, Bani the Gadite,

Christian Standard Bible
Igal son of Nathan from Zobah, Bani the Gadite,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Igal son of Nathan from Zobah, Bani the Gadite,

American Standard Version
Igal the son of Nathan of Zobah, Bani the Gadite,

English Revised Version
Igal the son of Nathan of Zobah, Bani the Gadite;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Igal (son of Nathan) from Zobah, Bani from the tribe of Gad,

International Standard Version
Nathan's son Igal from Zobah, Bani the Gadite,

Majority Standard Bible
Igal son of Nathan of Zobah, Bani the Gadite,

NET Bible
Igal son of Nathan from Zobah, Bani the Gadite,

New Heart English Bible
Igal the son of Nathan, from the army of the Hagrites,

Webster's Bible Translation
Igal the son of Nathan of Zobah, Bani, the Gadite,

World English Bible
Igal the son of Nathan of Zobah, Bani the Gadite,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Igal son of Nathan from Zobah, Bani the Gadite,

Young's Literal Translation
Igal son of Nathan from Zobah, Bani the Gadite,

Smith's Literal Translation
Igal son of Nathan of Zobah, sons of the Gadite,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Igaal the son of Nathan of Soba, Bonni of Gadi,

Catholic Public Domain Version
Igal, the son of Nathan, from Zobah, Bani from Gad,

New American Bible
Igal, son of Nathan, from Zobah; Bani the Gadite;

New Revised Standard Version
Igal son of Nathan of Zobah; Bani the Gadite;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Negael the son of Nathan of Zobah, Baana the Gadite,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Negayel, son of Nathan, which was from Tsaba, Baana, who was from Gad
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Igal the son of Nathan of Zobah, Bani the Gadite;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Gaal the son of Nathana. The son of much valour, the son of Galaaddi. Elie the Ammanite.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
David's Mighty Men
35Hezro the Carmelite, Paarai the Arbite, 36Igal son of Nathan of Zobah, Bani the Gadite, 37Zelek the Ammonite, Naharai the Beerothite, the armor-bearer of Joab son of Zeruiah,…

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

2 Samuel 23:8-39
These are the names of David’s mighty men: Josheb-basshebeth the Tahchemonite was chief of the Three. He wielded his spear against eight hundred men, whom he killed at one time. / Next in command was Eleazar son of Dodo the Ahohite. As one of the three mighty men, he went with David to taunt the Philistines who had gathered for battle at Pas-dammim. The men of Israel retreated, / but Eleazar stood his ground and struck the Philistines until his hand grew weary and stuck to his sword. The LORD brought about a great victory that day. Then the troops returned to him, but only to plunder the dead. ...

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 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 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 12:8-15
Some Gadites defected to David at his stronghold in the wilderness. They were mighty men of valor, trained for battle, experts with the shield and spear, whose faces were like the faces of lions and who were as swift as gazelles on the mountains: / Ezer the chief, Obadiah the second in command, Eliab the third, / Mishmannah the fourth, Jeremiah the fifth, ...

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 12:22
For at that time men came to David day after day to help him, until he had a great army, like the army of God.

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.


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Igal son of Nathan of Zobah
Igal is listed among David's mighty warriors, a group of elite fighters who played a crucial role in establishing and securing David's kingdom. The name Igal means "He redeems" or "He avenges," which may reflect his role as a warrior. Nathan, his father, is not widely mentioned elsewhere, suggesting that Igal's reputation is primarily tied to his own deeds. Zobah was a significant Aramean kingdom located in the region of modern-day Syria. It was a powerful entity during David's reign, and David's military campaigns against Zobah are recorded in 2 Samuel 8. The inclusion of Igal from Zobah highlights the diverse backgrounds of David's warriors, indicating that David's influence extended beyond Israel and included alliances with neighboring regions. This reflects the fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham that his descendants would be a blessing to many nations (Genesis 12:3).

Bani the Gadite
Bani is another of David's mighty warriors, and his designation as a Gadite indicates his tribal affiliation with Gad, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The tribe of Gad settled on the eastern side of the Jordan River, an area known for its rugged terrain and fierce warriors. Gadites were renowned for their military prowess, as seen in 1 Chronicles 12:8, which describes them as brave warriors, ready for battle. Bani's inclusion among David's elite fighters underscores the unity and cooperation among the tribes of Israel during David's reign, a period when the nation was consolidated under a single monarchy. This unity is a precursor to the ideal of a united Israel under the future reign of the Messiah, as prophesied in passages like Isaiah 11:12-13, where the divisions among the tribes are healed.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Igal son of Nathan
Igal is listed as one of David's mighty warriors. The name "Igal" means "He redeems" or "He avenges" in Hebrew, indicating a person of strength and valor. Nathan, his father, is not the prophet Nathan but another individual, possibly a leader or notable figure in Zobah.

2. Zobah
A region or kingdom located in the vicinity of modern-day Syria. Zobah was known for its conflicts with Israel during King David's reign. It was a place of strategic importance and military prowess.

3. Bani the Gadite
Bani is another of David's mighty warriors, hailing from the tribe of Gad. The Gadites were known for their military skills and bravery, often serving as fierce warriors in Israel's army.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Loyalty and Valor
David's mighty men, including Igal and Bani, exemplify loyalty and valor. Their dedication to David and their willingness to fight for God's chosen king serve as a model for our own commitment to Christ and His kingdom.

God Uses Diverse Backgrounds
The inclusion of warriors from different tribes and regions, such as Zobah and Gad, demonstrates that God can use people from diverse backgrounds to accomplish His purposes. This encourages us to embrace diversity within the body of Christ.

Strength in Unity
The unity among David's mighty men, despite their varied origins, underscores the strength found in unity. As believers, we are called to work together in harmony, using our unique gifts for the common good.

Courage in the Face of Adversity
The courage displayed by these warriors in battle is a reminder that we, too, are called to stand firm in our faith, even when facing spiritual battles and challenges.(36) Igal.--Chronicles has Joel. The two names differ in Hebrew only in one letter, and that a very similar one; but he is described here as the son of Nathan of Zobah, in Chronicles as the brother of Nathan. Brother is in Hebrew ahi, and some MSS. in Chronicles read the son of Ahinathan. If this be accepted, the only difference would be in the form of a name, Nathan or Ahinathan.

Bani the Gadite.--In Chronicles Mibhar the son of Haggeri. Entirely unlike as these readings appear, they are not so very different in the original. Mibhar is for Zobah of the previous clause, a word at present missing in Chronicles; the son of (Ben) is for Bani; and the Gadite (with the article) differs from Haggeri only by the change of the often confused letters d and r. The text here is the true one.

Verse 36. - Igal the son of Nathan of Zobah. In Chronicles, "Joel the brother of Nathan," Igal and Joel in Hebrew being almost the same. If the text here is correct, he was by birth a Syrian of Zobah, for which see note on 2 Samuel 10:6. Bani the Gadite. In Chronicles, "Mibhar the son of Haggeri," "Mibhar" taking the place of "from Zobah;" "the son," ben, that of "Bani;" and Haggadi, "the Gadite," becoming "Haggeri."

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Igal
יִגְאָ֤ל (yiḡ·’āl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3008: Igal -- 'He redeems', three Israelites

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

of Nathan
נָתָן֙ (nā·ṯān)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5416: Nathan -- the name of a number of Israelites

of Zobah,
מִצֹּבָ֔ה (miṣ·ṣō·ḇāh)
Preposition-m | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 6678: Zobah -- an Aramean (Syrian) kingdom

Bani
בָּנִ֖י (bā·nî)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1137: Bani -- the name of several Israelites

the Gadite,
הַגָּדִֽי׃ (hag·gā·ḏî)
Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1425: Gadites -- descendants of Gad


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