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Hurai

חוּרַי/HYOO-ray/

“Possibly linen worker or noble”

Summary

Hurai was one of David's mighty men, a warrior from the brooks (valleys) of Mount Gaash.

☩One of David's Heroes

Hurai is listed among David's elite warriors known as "the mighty men." He came from the brooks or valleys of Mount Gaash. In the parallel passage in 2 Samuel 23:30, his name appears as Hiddai, likely a variant spelling or scribal difference. His inclusion among these select warriors indicates his exceptional valor and service to David during the establishment of his kingdom.

Key verses:1 Chronicles 11:322 Samuel 23:30

Related Verses1 mention

1 Chronicles· 1 verse

11:32

References

  1. 1.John McClintock and James Strong, "Hurai," in Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature, vol. IV (Harper & Brothers, 1867–1887).
  2. 2.James Orr (ed.), "Hurai," in International Standard Bible Encyclopedia, vol. III (Howard-Severance Company, 1915).
  3. 3.F. N. Peloubet & M. A. Peloubet (ed.), "Hurai," in Smith's Bible Dictionary (Porter & Coates, 1884).