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Ibhar

יִבְחָר/IB-har/

“He chooses”

Summary

One of King David's sons born in Jerusalem after he became king over all Israel.

☩Identity

Ibhar was one of the sons born to David in Jerusalem after his conquest of the city from the Jebusites. He is listed among David's children in both Samuel and Chronicles. The name means 'He chooses' or 'the chooser,' perhaps expressing parental gratitude for God's selection of their family.

Key verses:2 Samuel 5:151 Chronicles 3:61 Chronicles 14:5

Related Verses3 mentions

1 Chronicles· 2 verses

3:614:5

2 Samuel· 1 verse

5:15

References

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