Lexical Summary Gizoni: Gizonite Original Word: גִּזוֹנִי Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Gizonite Patrial from the unused name of a place apparently in Palestine; a Gizonite or inhabitant of Gizoh -- Gizonite. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom an unused place name Definition inhab. of Gizon NASB Translation Gizonite (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs גִּזוֺנִי adjective, of a people 1 Chronicles 11:34 הָשֵׁם הַגִָּֽווֺנִי, but read יָשֵׁן הַגּוּנִי (ᵐ5L Εἰρασαι ὁ Γουνι) compare גּוּנִי. Topical Lexicon Occurrence in Scripture 1 Chronicles 11:34 names “the sons of Hashem the Gizonite: Jonathan son of Shagee the Hararite”. The term גִּזוֹנִי (Gizoni, “Gizonite”) appears only here, identifying Hashem—and consequently his sons—as men of Gizon whose valor earned mention among David’s mighty warriors. Geographic and Ethnographic Considerations “Gizon” is otherwise unattested in Scripture, leaving its exact location uncertain. The gentilic form suggests a small settlement, likely in Judah or Benjamin, situated close enough to the Judean heartland for its inhabitants to enter David’s service early in his reign. The Chronicler’s preservation of the name testifies to the diversity of locales represented in David’s elite corps. Connection to David’s Mighty Men 1 Chronicles 11 parallels 2 Samuel 23, cataloging the gibborim whose exploits secured David’s kingdom. Whereas Samuel reads “the sons of Jashen,” Chronicles records “the sons of Hashem the Gizonite.” The Chronicler’s version preserves family and hometown, underscoring the covenantal theme that individual households, not only isolated heroes, advanced God’s kingdom purposes through David. Hashem’s sons—Jonathan and (from the Samuel list) possibly Shammah—stand as evidence that courage and loyalty could characterize an entire lineage. Historical Context within the United Monarchy David’s reign required capable men who would defend the anointed king against internal and external threats. By the time the Chronicler wrote, the exile had underscored the importance of covenant faithfulness. Mentioning a relatively obscure family from Gizon reminded post-exilic readers that fidelity to the king—and thus to the Lord—was not confined to famous tribes or major cities. Every village held potential participants in God’s redemptive history. Theological and Ministry Reflections 1. God remembers names. Even a single appearance in Scripture immortalizes Hashem the Gizonite and his sons, illustrating divine concern for faithfulness regardless of prominence (Malachi 3:16). Legacy in the Canonical Record Though brief, גִּזוֹנִי contributes to the Chronicler’s larger purpose: to inspire renewed devotion by chronicling how ordinary Israelites, empowered by God, supported His anointed. Their example resonates through later generations, encouraging believers that humble origins do not limit significant service. Lessons for Today • Remember that God values hidden faithfulness as much as public success (1 Corinthians 15:58). Forms and Transliterations הַגִּ֣זוֹנִ֔י הגזוני hag·gi·zō·w·nî hagGizoNi haggizōwnîLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Chronicles 11:34 HEB: בְּנֵ֗י הָשֵׁם֙ הַגִּ֣זוֹנִ֔י יוֹנָתָ֥ן בֶּן־ NAS: of Hashem the Gizonite, Jonathan KJV: of Hashem the Gizonite, Jonathan INT: the sons of Hashem the Gizonite Jonathan the son 1 Occurrence |
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