Bible Strands
1 Chronicles 11:31
Ithai son of Ribai from Gibeah of the Benjamites, Benaiah the Pirathonite,
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — The Chronicler records a military roster of David’s commanders immediately following the consolidation of Israel under his kingship. The list enumerates regional leaders who pledged service to the central authority.
The words — 'i.Tai (Ittai) identifies the father of a Benjamite officer, while pir.'a.to.Ni (Pirathonite) locates Benaiah in a specific Ephraimite district. These terms function as geographic and lineage markers for each warrior.
The thread — This entry runs parallel to 2 Samuel 23:29, which reproduces the same sequence of commanders with identical regional designations. The Chronicler’s list confirms the geographic breadth of David’s military apparatus.
Why it lands — The text demands recognition that David’s authority rested on a coalition of regional and tribal leaders. It requires the reader to see military organization as a structural foundation for national unity.
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The Hebrew words
King James Version
Ithai the son of Ribai of Gibeah, that pertained to the children of Benjamin, Benaiah the Pirathonite,
Cross-references
- 2 Samuel 23:29 Heled son of Baanah the Netophathite, Ittai son of Ribai from Gibeah of the Benjamites,