2 Samuel 3:5
New International Version
and the sixth, Ithream the son of David’s wife Eglah. These were born to David in Hebron.

New Living Translation
The sixth was Ithream, whose mother was Eglah, David’s wife. These sons were all born to David in Hebron.

English Standard Version
and the sixth, Ithream, of Eglah, David’s wife. These were born to David in Hebron.

Berean Standard Bible
and his sixth was Ithream, by David’s wife Eglah. These sons were born to David in Hebron.

King James Bible
And the sixth, Ithream, by Eglah David's wife. These were born to David in Hebron.

New King James Version
and the sixth, Ithream, by David’s wife Eglah. These were born to David in Hebron.

New American Standard Bible
and the sixth, Ithream, by David’s wife Eglah. These sons were born to David in Hebron.

NASB 1995
and the sixth, Ithream, by David’s wife Eglah. These were born to David at Hebron.

NASB 1977
and the sixth, Ithream, by David’s wife Eglah. These were born to David at Hebron.

Legacy Standard Bible
and the sixth, Ithream, by David’s wife Eglah. These were born to David at Hebron.

Amplified Bible
and the sixth, Ithream, by David’s wife Eglah. These [sons] were born to David in Hebron.

Christian Standard Bible
the sixth was Ithream, by David’s wife Eglah. These were born to David in Hebron.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
the sixth was Ithream, by David’s wife Eglah. These were born to David in Hebron.

American Standard Version
and the sixth, Ithream, of Eglah, David's wife. These were born to David in Hebron.

English Revised Version
and the sixth, Ithream, of Eglah David's wife. These were born to David in Hebron.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The sixth was Ithream, [born] to David's wife Eglah. These sons were born to David while he was in Hebron.

Good News Translation
Ithream, whose mother was Eglah. All of these sons were born in Hebron.

International Standard Version
and his sixth was Ithream by David's wife Eglah. They were all born to David in Hebron.

Majority Standard Bible
and his sixth was Ithream, by David?s wife Eglah. These sons were born to David in Hebron.

NET Bible
His sixth son was Ithream, born to David's wife Eglah. These sons were all born to David in Hebron.

New Heart English Bible
and the sixth, Ithream, of Eglah, David's wife. These were born to David in Hebron.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the sixth, Ithream, by Eglah David's wife. These were born to David in Hebron.

World English Bible
and the sixth, Ithream, of Eglah, David’s wife. These were born to David in Hebron.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and the sixth [is] Ithream, of Eglah wife of David; these have been born to David in Hebron.

Young's Literal Translation
and the sixth is Ithream, of Eglah wife of David; these have been born to David in Hebron.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the sixth, Ithream, to Eglah, David's wife. These were born to David in Hebron.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the sixth Jethraam of Egla the wife of David: these were born to David in Hebron.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Also, the sixth was Ithream, from Eglah, the wife of David. These were born to David at Hebron.

New American Bible
and the sixth, Ithream, by David’s wife Eglah. These were born to David in Hebron.

New Revised Standard Version
and the sixth, Ithream, of David’s wife Eglah. These were born to David in Hebron.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the sixth, Ithream, by David's wife Eglah. These were born to David in Hebron.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the sixth, Ithram, who was of Egla, the wife of David, these were born to David in Khebruun
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and the sixth, Ithream, of Eglah David's wife. These were born to David in Hebron.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the sixth was Jetheraam, the son of Aegal the wife of David. These were born to David in Chebron.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The House of David Strengthened
4his fourth was Adonijah, the son of Haggith; his fifth was Shephatiah, the son of Abital; 5and his sixth was Ithream, by David’s wife Eglah. These sons were born to David in Hebron.

Cross References
1 Chronicles 3:2
the third was Absalom the son of Maacah daughter of King Talmai of Geshur; the fourth was Adonijah the son of Haggith;

2 Samuel 5:14-16
These are the names of the children born to him in Jerusalem: Shammua, Shobab, Nathan, Solomon, / Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia, / Elishama, Eliada, and Eliphelet.

1 Chronicles 14:3-7
And David took more wives in Jerusalem and became the father of more sons and daughters. / These are the names of the children born to him in Jerusalem: Shammua, Shobab, Nathan, Solomon, / Ibhar, Elishua, Elpelet, ...

1 Kings 1:5-6
At that time Adonijah, David’s son by Haggith, began to exalt himself, saying, “I will be king!” And he acquired chariots and horsemen and fifty men to run ahead of him. / (His father had never once reprimanded him by saying, “Why do you act this way?” Adonijah was also very handsome, born next after Absalom.)

1 Kings 2:15
“You know that the kingship was mine,” he said. “All Israel expected that I should reign, but the kingship has turned to my brother, for it has come to him from the LORD.

1 Kings 11:1-4
King Solomon, however, loved many foreign women along with the daughter of Pharaoh—women of Moab, Ammon, Edom, and Sidon, as well as Hittite women. / These women were from the nations about which the LORD had told the Israelites, “You must not intermarry with them, for surely they will turn your hearts after their gods.” Yet Solomon clung to these women in love. / He had seven hundred wives of royal birth and three hundred concubines—and his wives turned his heart away. ...

1 Samuel 18:27
David and his men went out and killed two hundred Philistines. He brought their foreskins and presented them as payment in full to become the king’s son-in-law. Then Saul gave his daughter Michal to David in marriage.

1 Samuel 25:42-44
So Abigail hurried and got on a donkey, and attended by five of her maidens, she followed David’s messengers and became his wife. / David had also married Ahinoam of Jezreel. So she and Abigail were both his wives. / But Saul had given his daughter Michal, David’s wife, to Palti son of Laish, who was from Gallim.

2 Samuel 12:24-25
Then David comforted his wife Bathsheba, and he went to her and lay with her. So she gave birth to a son, and they named him Solomon. Now the LORD loved the child / and sent word through Nathan the prophet to name him Jedidiah because the LORD loved him.

1 Chronicles 22:9-10
But a son will be born to you who will be a man of rest. I will give him rest from all his enemies on every side; for his name will be Solomon, and I will grant to Israel peace and quiet during his reign. / He is the one who will build a house for My Name. He will be My son, and I will be his Father. And I will establish the throne of his kingdom over Israel forever.’

1 Chronicles 28:5
And of all my sons—for the LORD has given me many sons—He has chosen Solomon my son to sit on the throne of the kingdom of the LORD over Israel.

Matthew 1:6
and Jesse the father of David the king. Next: David was the father of Solomon by Uriah’s wife,

Matthew 1:1-17
This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham: / Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers. / Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram. ...

Luke 3:31
the son of Melea, the son of Menna, the son of Mattatha, the son of Nathan, the son of David,

Acts 13:22
After removing Saul, He raised up David as their king and testified about him: ‘I have found David son of Jesse a man after My own heart; he will carry out My will in its entirety.’


Treasury of Scripture

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2 Samuel 3
1. During the war David becomes stronger
2. Six sons are born to him in Hebron
6. Abner, displeased with Ishbosheth
7. revolts to David
13. David requires as a condition to bring him his wife Michal
17. Abner confers with the Israelites, feasted by David, and dismissed
22. Joab returning from battle, is displeased with the king, and kills Abner
28. David curses Joab
31. and mourns for Abner














and his sixth was Ithream
Ithream is listed as the sixth son of David, born during his reign in Hebron. The name Ithream means "abundance of people" or "advantage of the people," which may reflect the growing strength and influence of David's house. The listing of David's sons in this passage highlights the political alliances and familial ties that were significant in ancient Israelite society. Each son represented a potential heir and a connection to different tribes or influential families.

by David’s wife Eglah
Eglah is mentioned as one of David's wives, though little else is known about her from the biblical text. The inclusion of her name signifies her importance in the royal lineage, as each wife of David contributed to the expansion of his dynasty. The practice of polygamy was common among ancient Near Eastern kings, often used to secure political alliances and strengthen the king's position. Eglah's mention here underscores the complex family dynamics and the potential for rivalry among David's sons, which later plays a significant role in the narrative of David's reign.

These sons were born to David in Hebron
Hebron was a significant city in the history of Israel, serving as David's capital for seven and a half years before he moved his throne to Jerusalem. It was a city of refuge and a Levitical city, rich in patriarchal history as the burial place of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. The birth of David's sons in Hebron marks the beginning of his consolidation of power and the establishment of his rule over Judah. This period in Hebron was crucial for David as he built alliances and strengthened his claim to the throne of all Israel. The mention of Hebron also connects David's reign to the promises made to the patriarchs, emphasizing the fulfillment of God's covenant through David's lineage.

Persons / Places / Events
1. David
- The anointed king of Israel, who is in the process of consolidating his rule over the nation.

2. Hebron
- The city where David reigned as king over Judah for seven and a half years before becoming king over all Israel.

3. Ahinoam
- One of David's wives, the mother of Amnon, David's firstborn.

4. Abigail
- Another of David's wives, the widow of Nabal, and the mother of Chileab.

5. Maacah
- The daughter of Talmai, king of Geshur, and the mother of Absalom.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Family Dynamics
Understanding the family dynamics in David's life helps us see the impact of personal relationships on leadership and governance. David's multiple marriages and the resulting family tensions had significant consequences for his reign.

God's Sovereignty in Leadership
Despite the complexities and imperfections in David's family, God used him to fulfill His purposes for Israel. This reminds us that God can work through our imperfections to accomplish His will.

The Role of Women in Biblical Narratives
The mention of David's wives highlights the significant, though often understated, roles women played in biblical history. Their influence and actions often had profound effects on the unfolding of God's plan.

Consequences of Polygamy
David's multiple marriages led to rivalries and conflicts among his children, illustrating the biblical principle that departing from God's design for marriage can lead to strife and discord.

Legacy and Influence
The legacy we leave is often shaped by our family relationships and decisions. David's life encourages us to consider how our actions today will impact future generations.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
and his sixth
וְהַשִּׁשִּׁ֣י (wə·haš·šiš·šî)
Conjunctive waw, Article | Number - ordinal masculine singular
Strong's 8345: Sixth, ord, fractional

was Ithream,
יִתְרְעָ֔ם (yiṯ·rə·‘ām)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3507: Ithream -- a son of David

by David’s
דָּוִ֑ד (dā·wiḏ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse

wife
אֵ֣שֶׁת (’ê·šeṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 802: Woman, wife, female

Eglah.
לְעֶגְלָ֖ה (lə·‘eḡ·lāh)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 5698: Eglah -- 'heifer', a wife of David

These [sons]
אֵ֛לֶּה (’êl·leh)
Pronoun - common plural
Strong's 428: These, those

were born
יֻלְּד֥וּ (yul·lə·ḏū)
Verb - QalPass - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage

to David
לְדָוִ֖ד (lə·ḏā·wiḏ)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse

in Hebron.
בְּחֶבְרֽוֹן׃ (bə·ḥeḇ·rō·wn)
Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 2275: Hebron -- 'association, league', a city in southern Judah


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