One of David's mighty warriors from Netophah
Maharai
Named in 3 verses across 2 books, first in 2 Samuel 23:28.
מַהֲרַיMaharai
The name means “hasting; a hill; from a hill.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869
- People
- Tribe of Judah(?)
About Maharai Written by AI
Maharai the Netophathite is mentioned in the lists of David's mighty warriors in 2 Samuel and 1 Chronicles (2 Samuel 23:28; 1 Chronicles 11:30). He was from Netophah, a town in Judah, and was among the elite group of soldiers who fought alongside David and demonstrated exceptional bravery and military prowess. The mighty warriors were instrumental in establishing and maintaining David's kingdom, as they provided military support and leadership. In addition to being listed among the mighty warriors, Maharai is also mentioned in the records of David's military organization (1 Chronicles 27:13). He served as the commander over the tenth division of the army, which consisted of 24,000 men and was responsible for military service during the tenth month of the year. This suggests that Maharai held a significant leadership position within David's army and was entrusted with important military responsibilities. No further details are provided about Maharai's personal life or his specific exploits as a warrior. His inclusion in the biblical record highlights the importance of military strength and loyalty in the establishment and maintenance of the Davidic kingdom.
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
- 2 Samuel 23:28
Zalmon the Ahohite, Maharai the Netophathite,
- 1 Chronicles 11:30
Maharai the Netophathite, Heled son of Baanah the Netophathite,
- 1 Chronicles 27:13
The tenth, for the tenth month, was Maharai the Netophathite, a Zerahite. There were 24,000 men in his division.
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.