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Johanan

יְהוֹחָנָן · ye.ho.cha.nan · H3076G“who is liberal or merciful” Hitchcock's 18691 mention, all in 1 Chronicles

Who he was

Johanan is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 12:4 as one of the Benjaminite warriors who joined David at Ziklag while he was seeking refuge from King Saul. He is described as one of the mighty men, indicating his exceptional bravery and military skill. Johanan was part of a group of Benjaminite warriors who were known for their prowess with the bow and their ability to use both the right and left hand in battle (1 Chronicles 12:2). His presence among David's supporters demonstrates his loyalty to the future king and his belief in David's divine appointment, even while Saul was still on the throne.

Article: STEPBible, Tyndale House Cambridge · CC BY 4.0

Every mention

1 reference, counted from STEPBible, Tyndale House Cambridge · CC BY 4.0 · verse text: World English Bible (public domain)

1 Chronicles 1 mention

1 Chronicles 12:4Ishmaiah the Gibeonite, a mighty man among the thirty and a leader of the thirty; Jeremiah; Jahaziel; Johanan; Jozabad the Gederathite;

What the dictionary says

Whom Jehovah graciously bestows.

Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)
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