Old Testament
Ribai
A Benjamite warrior from Gibeah and one of King David's elite group of thirty mighty men.
Ribai was the son of Ribai from Gibeah, recognized as one of the thirty mighty men who served in King David's military elite. His inclusion in the lists found in 2 Samuel 23 and 1 Chronicles 11 highlights his status as a valiant soldier during David's reign. He represents the diverse group of warriors who supported the establishment and defense of the Davidic monarchy.
In the text
- Verses
- 2
- Books
- 2
- First appears
- 2 Samuel 23:29
- Last appears
- 1 Chronicles 11:31
Where Ribai appears
2 verses · 2 chaptersIn the same books
- Amnon22 versesThe firstborn son of King David whose violent actions against his half-sister Tamar triggered a cycle of family tragedy.
- Ahithophel17 versesA trusted counselor to King David who defected to join Absalom's rebellion against the throne.
- Mephibosheth12 versesThe crippled son of Jonathan who received David's covenant kindness and a permanent place at the royal table.
- Abishai23 versesA valiant commander and nephew of King David who served as a loyal leader in Israel's military.
- Abigail17 versesA wise and discerning woman who prevented David from committing bloodshed against her foolish husband, Nabal.
- Ornan17 versesA Jebusite who sold his threshing floor to King David for the site of the future temple.
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