Jaare-oregim is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in the context of the narrative surrounding King David and his mighty men. The name Jaare-oregim appears in 2 Samuel 21:19, which is part of the historical accounts detailing the exploits of David's warriors. The passage in the Berean Standard Bible reads:

"Once again there was a battle between the Philistines and Israel, and Elhanan son of Jaare-oregim the Bethlehemite struck down Goliath the Gittite, the shaft of whose spear was like a weaver’s beam."

The mention of Jaare-oregim is significant due to the textual complexities and variations found in parallel accounts. In 1 Chronicles 20:5, the text refers to Elhanan as the son of Jair, not Jaare-oregim, and attributes the slaying of Lahmi, the brother of Goliath, to him:

"Once again there was a battle with the Philistines, and Elhanan son of Jair struck down Lahmi the brother of Goliath the Gittite, the shaft of whose spear was like a weaver’s beam."

The discrepancy between these accounts has been a subject of scholarly discussion. Some propose that the name Jaare-oregim may have resulted from a scribal error or textual corruption over time. The Chronicles account is often considered to provide clarification, suggesting that Elhanan killed Lahmi, Goliath's brother, rather than Goliath himself, whom David famously defeated.

The name Jaare-oregim itself is of Hebrew origin, and its meaning is somewhat uncertain. It is often translated as "forests of weavers," which may imply a connection to a family or clan known for weaving, or it could be a geographical reference. The name's etymology and its appearance in the biblical text highlight the complexities of ancient Hebrew nomenclature and the transmission of biblical manuscripts.

In the broader narrative of David's reign and the exploits of his warriors, the mention of Jaare-oregim serves as a reminder of the valor and martial prowess of those who served under David. The accounts of these warriors, including Elhanan, underscore the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Philistines, a recurring theme in the historical books of the Old Testament.

The figure of Jaare-oregim, though not central to the biblical narrative, contributes to the rich tapestry of characters and events that define the era of King David. The textual variations and historical context surrounding his mention provide insight into the complexities of biblical history and the transmission of these ancient texts.Forests of the weavers, a Bethlehemite (2 Samuel 21:19), and the father of Elhanan, who slew Goliath. In 1 Chronicles 20:5 called JAIR. JAARE-OREGIM

ja'-a-re-or'-e-jim, -or'e-gim (ya`are'oreghim): In 2 Samuel 21:19, given as the name of a Bethlehemite, father of Elhanan, who is said to have slain Goliath the Gittite (compare 1 Samuel 17). The name is not likely to be a man's name; the second part means "weavers" and occurs also as the last word of the verse in the Massoretic Text, so it is probably a scribal error here due to repetition. The first part is taken to be

(1) an error for ya`ir (see JAIR), which is to be read in the parallel section in 1 Chronicles 20:5;

(2) in 2 Samuel 23:24 Elhanan is the son of Dodo, also a Bethlehemite, and Klostermann would read here Dodai as the name of Elhanan's father.

David Francis Roberts

3296. Yaare Oregim -- father of Elhanan
... Yaare Oregim. 3297 . father of Elhanan. Transliteration: Yaare Oregim Phonetic
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/hebrew/3296.htm - 6kJaareoregim (1 Occurrence)
... In 1 Chronicles 20:5 called JAIR. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. JAARE-OREGIM. ...
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Jaare-oregim (1 Occurrence)
Jaare-oregim. Ja'areor'egim, Jaare-oregim. Jaareshiah . Easton's Bible
Dictionary ... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. JAARE-OREGIM. ...
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Elhanan (4 Occurrences)
... There is almost unanimous agreement that "Jaare-oregim" is a corrupt reading, and ...
the Philistines at Gob; and Elhanan the son of Jaareoregim the Bethlehemite ...
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Ja'areor'egim (1 Occurrence)
Ja'areor'egim. Jaareoregim, Ja'areor'egim. Jaare-oregim . Multi-Version
Concordance ... (See RSV). Jaareoregim, Ja'areor'egim. Jaare-oregim . Reference
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Jaareshiah (1 Occurrence)

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Jaarah (1 Occurrence)

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Jair (14 Occurrences)
... 1) above): The father of Elhanan, the giant-slayer (1 Chronicles 20:5). In the parallel
passage (2 Samuel 21:19) his name is given as "Jaare-oregim," but the ...
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Gittite (10 Occurrences)
... 2 Samuel 21:19 There was again war with the Philistines at Gob; and Elhanan the
son of Jaareoregim the Bethlehemite killed Goliath the Gittite's brother, the ...
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Gittite's (1 Occurrence)
... 2 Samuel 21:19 There was again war with the Philistines at Gob; and Elhanan the
son of Jaareoregim the Bethlehemite killed Goliath the Gittite's brother, the ...
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