Naharai; Nahari
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Naharai; Nahari in the Bible?
Naharai was a Gittite warrior and the armor-bearer to Joab, listed among the mighty men of David in 2 Samuel 23:37 and 1 Chronicles 11:39.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Naharai as a Gittite clarifies the diverse ethnic composition of David's military elite, illustrating how the king integrated foreign mercenaries into his core leadership structure.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Naharai; Nahari reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Naharai; Nahari in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Naharai; Nahari clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
2 Samuel 23:371 Chronicles 11:39
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Naharai; Nahari." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/naharai-nahari/