Ithrites

/ITH-reyets/

Summary

A family descended from Kiriath-jearim, from which came two of David's mighty warriors.

☩Origin

The Ithrites were one of the families that descended from Kiriath-jearim, a city of Judah. They are listed among the families that populated this important town where the ark rested for many years.

Key verses:1 Chronicles 2:53

☩David's Warriors

Two of David's mighty men came from this family: Ira and Gareb, both called 'the Ithrite.' Their inclusion among the elite warriors known as 'the thirty' indicates the family's reputation for military valor.

Key verses:2 Samuel 23:381 Chronicles 11:40

Related Verses2 mentions

2 Samuel· 1 verse

23:38

1 Chronicles· 1 verse

2:53

References

1.John McClintock and James Strong, "Ithrites," in Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature, vol. IV (Harper & Brothers, 1867–1887).