Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Ezer was the chief, Obadiah the second in command, Eliab the third, New Living Translation Ezer was their leader. Obadiah was second. Eliab was third. English Standard Version Ezer the chief, Obadiah second, Eliab third, Berean Standard Bible Ezer the chief, Obadiah the second in command, Eliab the third, King James Bible Ezer the first, Obadiah the second, Eliab the third, New King James Version Ezer the first, Obadiah the second, Eliab the third, New American Standard Bible Ezer was the first, Obadiah the second, Eliab the third, NASB 1995 Ezer was the first, Obadiah the second, Eliab the third, NASB 1977 Ezer was the first, Obadiah the second, Eliab the third, Legacy Standard Bible Ezer was the first, Obadiah the second, Eliab the third, Amplified Bible Ezer was the first, Obadiah the second, Eliab the third, Christian Standard Bible Ezer was the chief, Obadiah second, Eliab third, Holman Christian Standard Bible Ezer was the chief, Obadiah second, Eliab third, American Standard Version Ezer the chief, Obadiah the second, Eliab the third, English Revised Version Ezer the chief, Obadiah the second, Eliab the third; GOD'S WORD® Translation Ezer was the first of these soldiers. The second was Obadiah. The third was Eliab. International Standard Version Their leader was Ezer, Obadiah was second, Eliab third, Majority Standard Bible Ezer the chief, Obadiah the second in command, Eliab the third, NET Bible Ezer was the leader, Obadiah the second in command, Eliab the third, New Heart English Bible Ezer the chief, Obadiah the second, Eliab the third, Webster's Bible Translation Ezer the first, Obadiah the second, Eliab the third, World English Bible Ezer the chief, Obadiah the second, Eliab the third, Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionEzer the head, Obadiah the second, Eliab the third, Young's Literal Translation Ezer the head, Obadiah the second, Eliab the third, Smith's Literal Translation Ezer the head, Obadiah the second, Eliab the third, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleEzer the chief, Obdias the second, Eliab the third, Catholic Public Domain Version Ezer was the leader, Obadiah the second, Eliab the third, New American Bible Ezer was their chief, Obadiah was second, Eliab third, New Revised Standard Version Ezer the chief, Obadiah second, Eliab third, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleEzra the chief of the mighty men, Obadiah the second, Eliab the third, Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Azra the Chief of the Mighty Men, Oubadya the second, Eliab the third OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Ezer the chief, Obadiah the second, Eliab the third; Brenton Septuagint Translation Aza the chief, Abdia the second, Eliab the third, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Mighty Men Join David at Ziklag…8Some Gadites defected to David at his stronghold in the desert. They were mighty men of valor, trained for battle, experts with the shield and spear, whose faces were like the faces of lions and who were as swift as gazelles on the mountains: 9Ezer the chief, Obadiah the second in command, Eliab the third, 10Mishmannah the fourth, Jeremiah the fifth,… Cross References 2 Samuel 23:8-39 These are the names of David’s mighty men: Josheb-basshebeth the Tahchemonite was chief of the Three. He wielded his spear against eight hundred men, whom he killed at one time. / Next in command was Eleazar son of Dodo the Ahohite. As one of the three mighty men, he went with David to taunt the Philistines who had gathered for battle at Pas-dammim. The men of Israel retreated, / but Eleazar stood his ground and struck the Philistines until his hand grew weary and stuck to his sword. The LORD brought about a great victory that day. Then the troops returned to him, but only to plunder the dead. ... 1 Chronicles 11:10-47 Now these were the chiefs of David’s mighty men, who, together with all Israel, bolstered and strengthened his kingdom, according to the word of the LORD concerning Israel. / This is the list of David’s mighty men: Jashobeam son of Hachmoni was chief of the officers; he wielded his spear against three hundred men, whom he killed at one time. / Next in command was Eleazar son of Dodo the Ahohite, one of the three mighty men. ... Judges 6:12 And the angel of the LORD appeared to Gideon and said, “The LORD is with you, O mighty man of valor.” 2 Samuel 2:18 The three sons of Zeruiah were there: Joab, Abishai, and Asahel. Now Asahel was fleet of foot like a wild gazelle, 1 Samuel 16:18 One of the servants answered, “I have seen a son of Jesse of Bethlehem who knows how to play the harp. He is a mighty man of valor, a warrior, eloquent and handsome, and the LORD is with him.” 1 Samuel 18:7 And as the women danced, they sang out: “Saul has slain his thousands, and David his tens of thousands.” 2 Samuel 1:23 Saul and Jonathan, beloved and delightful in life, were not divided in death. They were swifter than eagles; they were stronger than lions. 1 Samuel 14:52 And the war with the Philistines was fierce for all the days of Saul. So whenever he noticed any strong or brave man, Saul would enlist him. 2 Samuel 23:18-19 Now Abishai, the brother of Joab and son of Zeruiah, was chief of the Three, and he wielded his spear against three hundred men, killed them, and won a name along with the Three. / Was he not more honored than the Three? And he became their commander, even though he was not included among the Three. 1 Samuel 22:2 And all who were distressed or indebted or discontented rallied around him, and he became their leader. About four hundred men were with him. 1 Samuel 25:28 Please forgive your servant’s offense, for the LORD will surely make a lasting dynasty for my lord, because he fights the LORD’s battles. May no evil be found in you as long as you live. 2 Samuel 10:7 On hearing this, David sent Joab and the entire army of mighty men. 1 Samuel 17:50 Thus David prevailed over the Philistine with a sling and a stone; without a sword in his hand he struck down the Philistine and killed him. 1 Samuel 23:13 Then David and his men, about six hundred strong, set out and departed from Keilah, moving from place to place. When Saul was told that David had escaped from Keilah, he declined to go forth. 2 Samuel 8:6 Then he placed garrisons in Aram of Damascus, and the Arameans became subject to David and brought him tribute. So the LORD made David victorious wherever he went. Treasury of Scripture Ezer the first, Obadiah the second, Eliab the third, Jump to Previous Chief Command Eliab Eli'ab Ezer First Head Obadiah Obadi'ah Second ThirdJump to Next Chief Command Eliab Eli'ab Ezer First Head Obadiah Obadi'ah Second Third1 Chronicles 12 1. The companies that came to David at Ziklag23. The armies that came to him at Hebron Ezer the chief The name "Ezer" in Hebrew means "help" or "aid." This name is significant as it reflects the role of Ezer as a leader and a source of support for David during a tumultuous time. In the context of 1 Chronicles 12, Ezer is listed among the mighty men who joined David at Ziklag, demonstrating loyalty and courage. The title "the chief" indicates his position of authority and leadership among his peers. Historically, leaders like Ezer were crucial in uniting the tribes of Israel under David's kingship, which was a pivotal moment in establishing a unified nation. Ezer's role as a chief underscores the importance of strong, godly leadership in fulfilling God's purposes. Obadiah the second Eliab the third (9-13) Eleven heroes of Gad. Verses 9-13. - The eleven names of these verses are all known elsewhere, but none of them as designating the same persons.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Ezerעֵ֖זֶר (‘ê·zer) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5829: Ezer -- 'help', three Israelites the chief, הָרֹ֑אשׁ (hā·rōš) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7218: The head Obadiah עֹבַדְיָה֙ (‘ō·ḇaḏ·yāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5662: Obadiah -- 'servant of Yah', the name of a number of Israelites the second [in command], הַשֵּׁנִ֔י (haš·šê·nî) Article | Number - ordinal masculine singular Strong's 8145: Second (an ordinal number) Eliab אֱלִיאָ֖ב (’ĕ·lî·’āḇ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 446: Eliab -- 'God is father', the name of several Israelites the third, הַשְּׁלִשִֽׁי׃ (haš·šə·li·šî) Article | Number - ordinal masculine singular Strong's 7992: Third, feminine a, third, a third, a third-story cell) Links 1 Chronicles 12:9 NIV1 Chronicles 12:9 NLT 1 Chronicles 12:9 ESV 1 Chronicles 12:9 NASB 1 Chronicles 12:9 KJV 1 Chronicles 12:9 BibleApps.com 1 Chronicles 12:9 Biblia Paralela 1 Chronicles 12:9 Chinese Bible 1 Chronicles 12:9 French Bible 1 Chronicles 12:9 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Chronicles 12:9 Ezer the chief Obadiah the second Eliab (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr) |