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Ishbi Benob

יִשְׁבִּי בְּנֹב/ISH-bee-BEE-nob/

“His dwelling is in Nob”

Summary

A Philistine giant who nearly killed David in battle before Abishai rescued the king.

☩The Incident

Ishbi-benob was one of the sons of the giant (descendants of Rapha) among the Philistines. His spear's head weighed three hundred shekels of bronze, and he was armed with a new sword. When David grew faint in battle, Ishbi-benob sought to kill him, but Abishai came to David's aid and slew the giant. After this, David's men swore he would not go out to battle anymore.

Key verses:2 Samuel 21:16-17

Related Verses1 mention

2 Samuel· 1 verse

21:16

See Also

The Deluge
Giants

References

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