Bible Strands

Gareb

A warrior, in the time of the United Monarchy · named in 2 verses

the name means scabby Strong's Lexicon

Gareb the Ithrite was one of David's mighty warriors, known for his military prowess.

From Easton's Bible Dictionary

Scabby; itch.

Easton's Illustrated Bible Dictionary, 1897 — public domain, quoted in full and unedited.

First named at 2 Samuel 23:38.

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