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Ikkesh
forward; wicked
עִקֵּשׁ iq.qesh
Ikkesh (Hebrew: עִקֵּשׁ, iq.qesh) means “forward; wicked”, by traditional interpretation. It appears in 3 verses across 2 books of the Bible. In United States birth records the name is below the reporting threshold. Appears with Abiezer in 1 Chronicles 11.
The bearer in scripture
One person in scripture bears this name.
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Ikkesh
father of Ira
Scripture against society
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At a glance
- Verses
- 3 across 2 books
- Bearers
- 1 one person only
- 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 23:26 |
| Last appears | 1 Chronicles 27:9 |
| Cross-references | 16 linked passages |
Names connected to this one
Origin & meaning
A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.23.26;
father of: Ira (H5896H)
§ Ikkesh = "twisted"
father of Ira, the Tekoite, and one of David's mighty warriors
Ikkesh the Tekoite was the father of Ira, one of King David's mighty warriors and a leader in his army.
The biblical story
Ikkesh the Tekoite is mentioned in the Bible as the father of Ira, one of King David's mighty warriors. Ira is listed among the "thirty" mighty men who were renowned for their military prowess and bravery (2Sa.23.26; 1Ch.11.28).
The "mighty men" or "mighty warriors" were an elite group of soldiers who served under King David and played a significant role in his military campaigns and the establishment of his kingdom. They were known for their exceptional combat skills and unwavering loyalty to the king.
Ikkesh is specifically identified as a Tekoite, indicating that he was from the town of Tekoa, located in the territory of Judah, south of Jerusalem. The mention of Ikkesh's place of origin suggests that his son Ira may have also been from Tekoa.
In addition to being listed among the mighty warriors, Ira the son of Ikkesh is also mentioned in 1Ch.27.9 as one of the twelve military commanders who served King David. Each of these commanders was responsible for leading a division of 24,000 men, with each division serving the king for one month out of the year.
Although no specific details are provided about Ikkesh himself, his son Ira's inclusion among David's mighty warriors and military commanders indicates that the family was known for their military skill and leadership. Ikkesh's mention as Ira's father also highlights the importance of family lineage and the passing down of military traditions from one generation to another.
Key verses
Ikkesh appears in 3 verses. Here are some of the most notable:
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Helez the Paltite, Ira the son of Ikkesh the Tekoite,
2 Samuel 23:26 -
Ira the son of Ikkesh the Tekoite, Abi–ezer the Antothite,
1 Chronicles 11:28 -
The sixth captain for the sixth month was Ira the son of Ikkesh the Tekoite: and in his course were twenty and four thousand.
1 Chronicles 27:9
Show all 3 references
2 Samuel (1)
- 2 Samuel 23:26
1 Chronicles (2)
- 1 Chronicles 11:28
- 1 Chronicles 27:9