King James Version
What Does 1 Chronicles 11:24 Mean?
“These things did Benaiah the son of Jehoiada, and had the name among the three mighties.”
Context
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Benaiah the son of Jehoiada, the son of a valiant man of Kabzeel, who had done many acts; he slew two lionlike men of Moab: also he went down and slew a lion in a pit in a snowy day. who had: Heb. great of deeds
23
And he slew an Egyptian, a man of great stature, five cubits high; and in the Egyptian's hand was a spear like a weaver's beam; and he went down to him with a staff, and plucked the spear out of the Egyptian's hand, and slew him with his own spear. great: Heb. measure
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These things did Benaiah the son of Jehoiada, and had the name among the three mighties.
25
Behold, he was honourable among the thirty, but attained not to the first three: and David set him over his guard.
26
Also the valiant men of the armies were, Asahel the brother of Joab, Elhanan the son of Dodo of Bethlehem,
Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(24) **And had the name.**—Literally, *and to him *(*was*)* a name among the three heroes,* viz., the second triad.
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.
Historical Context
This verse is found in the book of 1 Chronicles. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Theological Significance
1 Chronicles 11:24 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.