Father of Hanan, one of David's mighty men
Maacah
Named in 1 verse of 1 Chronicles, first in 1 Chronicles 11:43.
מַעֲכָהMaacah
- Children
- Hanan
About Maacah Written by AI
Maacah was the father of Hanan, who was one of King David's mighty men (1 Chronicles 11:43). Hanan is listed among the warriors who joined David during his reign. The mighty men were known for their bravery, loyalty, and military prowess (2 Samuel 23:8 to 39; 1 Chronicles 11:10 to 47). They played a significant role in establishing and defending David's kingdom. No further details are provided about Maacah himself in the biblical narrative. His mention as the father of one of David's mighty men suggests that he may have been a person of some influence or status within the tribe of Benjamin. The inclusion of Shephatiah in the list of mighty men highlights the important role that individual warriors played in the success of David's reign and the establishment of the Israelite monarchy.
Drafted by an AI model for STEPBible's TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Check it against the verses below.
Where the Bible names him
- 1 Chronicles 11:43
Hanan son of Maacah, Joshaphat the Mithnite,
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.