Lexical Definition
אֲחִיאָם ʼĂchîyʼâm (akh-ee-awm') Ahiam N:N-M-P
from אָח and אֵם; brother of the mother (i.e. uncle)
Ahiam.
- § Ahiam = "mother's brother"
- Achiam, an Israelite
1) one of David's warriors (heroes)
| Form | Translated As | In Verse(s) |
|---|---|---|
| אֲחִיאָ֧ם | Ahiam | 1Chr.11.35 |
| אֲחִיאָ֥ם | Ahiam | 2Sam.23.33 |
| Αχιάμ | Ahiam | LXX.2Sam.23.33 • LXX.1Chr.11.35 |
Extended Information
Brown-Driver-Briggs
אֲחִיאָם proper name, masculine one of David's heroes 2Sam 23:33; 1Chr 11:35.
Brown-Driver-Briggs References
| Book | Refs |
|---|---|
| 2 Samuel | 23:33 |
| 1 Chronicles | 11:35 |
Profile
Male • David's warrior • One of David's mighty men, son of Sharar
Man living at the time of United Monarchy
Ahiam, son of Sharar the Hararite, was one of David's mighty men. (2Sa.23.33; 1Ch.11.35)
- A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.23.33;
- only referred to as Ahiam אֲחִיאָם;
- a son of Sharar שָׁרַר.
Ahiam was one of the mighty men who served under King David. He was the son of Sharar the Hararite. The mighty men were a group of skilled warriors known for their bravery and military prowess. They played a significant role in David's military campaigns and helped establish and defend his kingdom. Ahiam is mentioned in the lists of David's mighty men found in both 2 Samuel and 1 Chronicles, but no specific details about his individual exploits are recorded in the Bible. (2Sa.23.33; 1Ch.11.35).
All entries for Ahiam: אֲחִיאָם
Related Profiles:
- Sharar (father)