2 Samuel 5:15
New International Version
Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,

New Living Translation
Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,

English Standard Version
Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,

Berean Standard Bible
Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,

King James Bible
Ibhar also, and Elishua, and Nepheg, and Japhia,

New King James Version
Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,

New American Standard Bible
Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,

NASB 1995
Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,

NASB 1977
Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,

Legacy Standard Bible
Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,

Amplified Bible
Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,

Christian Standard Bible
Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,

American Standard Version
and Ibhar, and Elishua, and Nepheg, and Japhia,

Contemporary English Version
Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,

English Revised Version
and Ibhar, and Elishua; and Nepheg, and Japhia;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,

Good News Translation
Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,

International Standard Version
Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,

Majority Standard Bible
Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,

NET Bible
Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,

New Heart English Bible
and Ibhar, and Elishua, and Eliphelet, and Nogah, and Nepheg, and Japhia,

Webster's Bible Translation
Ibhar also, and Elishua, and Nepheg, and Japhia,

World English Bible
Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Ibhar, and Elishua, and Nepheg, and Japhia,

Young's Literal Translation
and Ibhar, and Elishua, and Nepheg, and Japhia,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Ibhar and Elishua, and Nepheg, and Japhia,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Jebahar, and Elisua, and Nepheg,

Catholic Public Domain Version
and Ibhar, and Elishua, and Nepheg,

New American Bible
Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,

New Revised Standard Version
Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Jocabar, Elisha, Nepheg, Naphia,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Yukabar and Elisha and Nephag and Naphi
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and Ibhar, and Elishua, and Nepheg, and Japhia;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Ebear, and Elisue, and Naphec, and Jephies.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
David's Family Grows
14These are the names of the children born to him in Jerusalem: Shammua, Shobab, Nathan, Solomon, 15Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia, 16Elishama, Eliada, and Eliphelet.…

Cross References
1 Chronicles 14:5
Ibhar, Elishua, Elpelet,

1 Chronicles 3:5-9
and these sons were born to him in Jerusalem: Shimea, Shobab, Nathan, and Solomon. These four were born to him by Bathsheba daughter of Ammiel. / David’s other sons were Ibhar, Elishua, Eliphelet, / Nogah, Nepheg, Japhia, ...

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 Chronicles 3:1-4
These were the sons of David who were born to him in Hebron: The firstborn was Amnon by Ahinoam of Jezreel; the second was Daniel by Abigail of Carmel; / the third was Absalom the son of Maacah daughter of King Talmai of Geshur; the fourth was Adonijah the son of Haggith; / the fifth was Shephatiah by Abital; and the sixth was Ithream by his wife Eglah. ...

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 1:9
And Adonijah sacrificed sheep, oxen, and fattened calves near the stone of Zoheleth, which is next to En-rogel. He invited all his royal brothers and all the men of Judah who were servants of the king.

1 Kings 1:25
For today he has gone down and sacrificed an abundance of oxen, fattened calves, and sheep, and has invited all the sons of the king, the commanders of the army, and Abiathar the priest. And behold, they are eating and drinking before him, saying, ‘Long live King Adonijah!’

1 Kings 1:11
Then Nathan said to Bathsheba the mother of Solomon, “Have you not heard that Adonijah son of Haggith has become king, and our lord David does not know it?

1 Kings 1:13
Go at once to King David and say, ‘My lord the king, did you not swear to your maidservant, “Surely your son Solomon will reign after me, and he will sit on my throne”? Why then has Adonijah become king?’

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,

Luke 1:32
He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give Him the throne of His father 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

Ibhar also, and Elishua, and Nepheg, and Japhia,

Elishua.

1 Chronicles 3:6
Ibhar also, and Elishama, and Eliphelet,

1 Chronicles 14:5
And Ibhar, and Elishua, and Elpalet,

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2 Samuel 5
1. The tribes come to Hebron and anoint David over Israel,
4. David's age
6. Taking Zion from the Jebusites, he dwells in it
11. Hiram sends to David,
13. Eleven sons are born to him in Jerusalem
17. David, directed by God, smites the Philistines at Baal-perazim
22. And again at the mulberry trees














Ibhar
Ibhar is one of the sons of King David, born in Jerusalem after David established his reign there. The name Ibhar means "He chooses" or "He elects," which may reflect the divine selection of David's lineage. This name is not mentioned elsewhere in the Bible, indicating that Ibhar may not have played a significant role in the biblical narrative. However, his inclusion in the list of David's sons underscores the importance of David's family in the establishment of the Davidic dynasty, which is central to the messianic prophecies concerning Jesus Christ, who is often referred to as the "Son of David" (Matthew 1:1).

Elishua
Elishua, another son of David, has a name meaning "God is salvation." This name reflects a common theme in the Bible, emphasizing reliance on God's deliverance. Elishua is sometimes identified with Elishama in other biblical genealogies (1 Chronicles 3:6), suggesting possible variations in the recording of names. The theme of salvation is central to the Christian faith, with Jesus Christ being the ultimate fulfillment of God's promise of salvation to His people (Luke 2:30).

Nepheg
Nepheg is listed among David's sons, though little is known about him beyond his inclusion in this genealogy. His name means "sprout" or "shoot," which can symbolize new growth or beginnings. This imagery is reminiscent of the prophetic "Branch" from the line of David, a title used for the Messiah (Jeremiah 23:5). The concept of a "shoot" or "branch" growing from David's line is a powerful messianic symbol, pointing to Jesus as the fulfillment of God's promise to establish an everlasting kingdom through David's descendants.

Japhia
Japhia, another son of David, has a name meaning "shining" or "splendid." This name may reflect the hope and promise associated with David's reign and the future glory of his lineage. The idea of light and splendor is a recurring theme in Scripture, often associated with God's presence and revelation (Psalm 27:1). In the New Testament, Jesus is described as the "light of the world" (John 8:12), bringing spiritual illumination and truth. Japhia's name, therefore, can be seen as a foreshadowing of the greater glory to come through Jesus Christ, the true light.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Ibhar
One of the sons of King David, mentioned in the genealogical records of David's family. His name means "He chooses" or "He elects" in Hebrew.

2. Elishua
Another son of David, whose name means "God is salvation." This name reflects the theocentric focus of David's family and their reliance on God.

3. Nepheg
A lesser-known son of David, with a name that may mean "sprout" or "shoot," indicating growth or new beginnings.

4. Japhia
Also a son of David, his name means "shining" or "splendid," suggesting a sense of brightness or prominence.

5. David's Reign in Jerusalem
This verse is part of the larger context of David's reign in Jerusalem, where he established his kingdom and expanded his family.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Family in God's Plan
David's family, including his sons, played a crucial role in the unfolding of God's covenant promises. Families today are also integral to God's work and should be nurtured and valued.

Names Reflecting Faith
The names of David's sons often reflect attributes of God or aspects of faith. This can inspire us to consider how our own names and identities reflect our relationship with God.

Legacy and Influence
David's sons were part of his legacy, impacting the future of Israel. We should consider the legacy we are building and how it aligns with God's purposes.

God's Sovereignty in Family Dynamics
Despite the complexities and challenges within David's family, God's sovereign plan was at work. We can trust God to work through our family situations, no matter how complicated.

Growth and New Beginnings
Names like Nepheg remind us of growth and new beginnings. In our spiritual lives, we should be open to the new things God wants to do in and through us.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Ibhar,
וְיִבְחָ֥ר (wə·yiḇ·ḥār)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2984: Ibhar -- 'He chooses', a son of David

Elishua,
וֶאֱלִישׁ֖וּעַ (we·’ĕ·lî·šū·a‘)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 474: Elishua -- 'God is salvation', a son of David

Nepheg,
וְנֶ֥פֶג (wə·ne·p̄eḡ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5298: Nepheg -- two Israelites

Japhia,
וְיָפִֽיעַ׃ (wə·yā·p̄î·a‘)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3309: Japhia -- a king of Lachish, also a son of David, also a place on the border of Zebulun


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