Lexical Definition
יְהוֹנָתָן Yᵉhôwnâthân (yeh-ho-naw-thawn') Jonathan N:N-M-P
from יְהֹוָה and נָתַן; Jehovah-given
Jonathan. Compare יוֹנָתָן.
- § Jonathan or Jehonathan = "Jehovah has given"
- Jehonathan, the name of four Israelites
1) a son of king Saul and a friend of David
2) a son of the high priest Abiathar and the last descendant of Eli of whom we hear
3) a nephew of David who like David slew a giant of Gath
4) an uncle of David
5) one of David's mighty warriors
6) one of David's treasurers
7) a scribe in the time of Jeremiah
8) a Levite and father of Zechariah, a priest who blew the trumpet at the dedication of the wall
9) a son or descendant of Gershom, the son of Moses, and a priest to the tribe of Dan
10) a son of Kareah and a brother of Johanan; a Judaite captain after the fall of Jerusalem
11) another Judaite father of Peleth
12) father of Ebed in the time of Ezra
13) son of Asahel in the time of Ezra
14) a priest of the family of Melicu in the time of Nehemiah
15) son of Joiada and his successor to the high priesthood in the time of Nehemiah
| Form | Translated As | In Verse(s) |
|---|---|---|
| יְהוֹנָתָֽן | Jonathan | 2Sam.23.32 |
Extended Information
- A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.23.32
- son of: Shammah (שַׁמָּה)
- Also named: yo.na.tan (יוֹנָתָן "Jonathan" יוֹנָתָן)
Brown-Driver-Briggs
יְהוֺנָתָן, יוֺנָתָן proper name, masculine ᵐ5 Ἰωναθαν through-out, with occasional variant reading (׳י hath given; compare אֶלְנָתָן, נְתַנְיָהוּ, נְתַנְאֵל & references, Temanite רמננתן HalRÉJ 1884, ix. 7 f. NbrStud. Bib. i. 211; Sabean והבאום, Hal10) —
1. ׳יְהוֺ son of Saul 1Sam 14:6; 1Sam 14:8; 1Sam 18:1 (twice in verse) + 40 t. 1 Samuel; 2Sam 1:4 + 18 t. 2 Samuel; 1Chr 8:33; 1Chr 8:34; 1Chr 9:39; 1Chr 9:40 = ׳יוֺ 1Sam 13:2; 1Sam 13:3 + 27 t. 1 Samuel; 1Chr 10:2.
2. ׳יְהוֺ son of Abiathar 2Sam 15:27; 2Sam 15:36; 2Sam 17:17; 2Sam 17:20 = ׳יוֺ 1Kgs 1:42; 1Kgs 1:43.
3. ׳יְהוֺ nephew of David 2Sam 21:21 = 1Chr 20:7 apparently: called Jonadab 2Sam 13:3ff. where ᵐ5L Ἰωναθαν, compare יהונדב
2.
4. ׳יְהוֺ; דּוֺד of David, i.e. his uncle? 1Chr 27:32.
5. ׳יְהוֺ one of David's heroes 2Sam 23:32 (compare Dr) = יוֺנָתָן 1Chr 11:34.
6. ׳יְהוֺ one of David's treasurers 1Chr 27:25.
7. ׳יְהוֺ Scribe Jer 37:15; Jer 37:20. Jer 38:26.
8. Levites
a. ׳יְהוֺ 2Chr 17:8
b. ׳יוֺ Neh 12:35.
9. ׳יְהוֺ a priest Neh 12:18.
10. ׳יְהוֺ priest to the tribe of Dan, son of Gershom Judg 18:30.
11. ׳יוֺ a Judaite captain, after fall of Jerusalem Jer 40:8.
12. ׳יוֺ a Judaite 1Chr 2:32; 1Chr 2:33.
13. ׳יוֺ father of Ebed Ezra 8:6.
14. ׳יוֺ son of Asahel Ezra 10:15.
15. ׳יוֺ a priest Neh 12:14.
16. ׳יוֺ a son of Joiada Neh 12:11 (twice in verse) apparently = יְהוֺחָנָן
2.
Brown-Driver-Briggs References
| Book | Refs |
|---|---|
| Judges | 18:30 |
| 1 Samuel | 13:2 · 13:3 · 14:6 · 14:8 · 18:1 |
| 2 Samuel | 1:4 · 13:3 · 15:27 · 15:36 · 17:17 · 17:20 · 21:21 · 23:32 |
| 1 Kings | 1:42 · 1:43 |
| 1 Chronicles | 2:32 · 2:33 · 8:33 · 8:34 · 9:39 · 9:40 · 10:2 · 11:34 · 20:7 · 27:25 · 27:32 |
| 2 Chronicles | 17:8 |
| Ezra | 8:6 · 10:15 |
| Nehemiah | 12:11 · 12:14 · 12:18 · 12:35 |
| Jeremiah | 37:15 · 37:20 · 38:26 · 40:8 |
Profile
Male • David's warrior • Son of Shammah the Hararite, one of David's mighty men
Man living at the time of United Monarchy
Jonathan, the son of Shammah the Hararite, was one of David's mighty men, known for his military prowess (2Sa.23.32; 1Ch.11.34).
- A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.23.32;
- referred to as Jonathan יְהוֹנָתָן, or Jonathan יוֹנָתָן;
- a son of Shammah שַׁמָּה.
Jonathan, the son of Shammah the Hararite, is mentioned in the lists of David's mighty men in both 2 Samuel and 1 Chronicles. These lists commemorate the valiant warriors who fought alongside David and played significant roles in establishing and defending his kingdom.
Although no specific details are provided about Jonathan's individual exploits, his inclusion in the list of mighty men indicates that he was a skilled warrior who demonstrated exceptional bravery and loyalty to David. The mighty men were known for their military prowess and their ability to perform great feats in battle (2Sa.23.8-39; 1Ch.11.10-47).
The fact that Jonathan is identified as the son of Shammah the Hararite suggests that he came from a family or clan known for producing warriors. The Hararites were likely a group or region associated with the production of skilled fighters.
While little is known about Jonathan's personal life or the specific battles he fought, his presence in the list of David's mighty men serves as a testament to his valor and the important role he played in supporting David's reign. The recognition given to these warriors underscores the significance of military strength and loyalty in establishing and maintaining the Israelite monarchy.
All entries for Jonathan: יְהוֹנָתָן ☩ יוֹנָתָן
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