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These are the names of the mighty men whom David had: Josheb-basshebeth a Tahchemonite, chief of the captains; the same was Adino the Eznite, against eight hundred slain at one time.
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Commentators unanimously note that this verse contains textual errors. By comparing it with its parallel passage in 1 Chronicles 11, scholars clarify that the hero's name is Jashobeam, not Josheb-basshebeth, and that the phrase 'Adino the Eznite' is likely a corruption of 'he lifted up his spear.' This shows how comparing Scripture with Scripture can bring clarity.
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2 Samuel
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The parallel account for this passage is in 1 Chronicles 11, where it appears in immediate connection with David’s accession to the throne of Israe…
19th Century
Anglican
These be the names. —Here, in the summary at the close of David’s reign, a list of his chief heroes is very naturally pro…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
These [are] the names of the mighty men whom David had Besides Joab his general, who is not mentioned; for these wer…
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