Bible Strands
2 Samuel 23:22
These were the exploits of Benaiah son of Jehoiada, who won a name along with the three mighty men.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — The narrator records Benaiah’s deeds at the conclusion of a military roster detailing David’s commanders. This summary follows the specific account of Benaiah killing the Egyptian and precedes his administrative appointment over David’s guard.
The words — שֵׁם (shem) literally means a name or reputation, indicating Benaiah earned public recognition. גִבּוֹרִים (gi.bo.ri.m) translates to warriors or mighty men, identifying the elite military group with whom he was ranked.
The thread — The enumeration of David’s elite warriors parallels the chronicler’s parallel list in 1 Chronicles 11:26-27. The motif of earning a lasting name for valor recurs in passages like Psalm 111:4 and Proverbs 22:1.
Why it lands — The text states that Benaiah achieved renown comparable to the Three but remained distinct from their exclusive rank. It requires the reader to recognize his elevated military standing and his specific administrative role within David’s regime.
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The Hebrew words
King James Version
These things did Benaiah the son of Jehoiada, and had the name among three mighty men.