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Gareb
a scab
גָּרֵב ga.rev
Gareb (Hebrew: גָּרֵב, ga.rev) means “a scab”, by traditional interpretation. Two men in scripture bear the name; the best attested belongs to the United Monarchy period. In United States birth records the name is below the reporting threshold. Appears with Ira in 1 Chronicles 11.
Which Gareb?
Two men in scripture bear this name. Here is each of them.
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Gareb
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Gareb
Scripture against society
The two measures, side by side
At a glance
- Verses
- 2 across 2 books
- Bearers
- 2 distinct people in scripture
- Testament
- Old
- Era
- United Monarchy
Using it today
In United States birth records this name is below the reporting threshold. The Social Security Administration does not publish counts under five, so a name given to four children looks the same as one given to none.
In scripture
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| First appears | 2 Samuel 23:38 |
| Last appears | 1 Chronicles 11:40 |
| Cross-references | 9 linked passages |
Names connected to this one
- Ira co-occurrence Appears with Ira in 1 Chronicles 11.
Origin & meaning
A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.23.38
§ Gareb = "scabby"
1) one of the heroes of David's army
2) a hill near Jerusalem, apparently southwest
Gareb the Ithrite was one of David's mighty warriors, known for his military prowess.
The biblical story
Gareb the Ithrite is mentioned in 2Sa.23.38 and 1Ch.11.40 as one of David's mighty warriors. The mighty warriors were a group of thirty-seven men who were known for their exceptional military skills and bravery. They played a significant role in establishing and defending David's kingdom. Gareb is specifically identified as an Ithrite, which suggests he belonged to the clan of Jether, a descendant of Kiriath-jearim (1Ch.2.53). No further details are provided about Gareb's specific exploits or his role in David's military campaigns. However, his inclusion in the list of mighty warriors indicates that he was a highly skilled and respected soldier who demonstrated unwavering loyalty to King David.
Key verses
Gareb appears in 2 verses. Here are some of the most notable:
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Ira an Ithrite, Gareb an Ithrite,
2 Samuel 23:38 -
Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,
1 Chronicles 11:40
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2 Samuel (1)
- 2 Samuel 23:38
1 Chronicles (1)
- 1 Chronicles 11:40