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Ribai was the father of Ittai the Gibeathite, one of David's mighty men.
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Ribai is mentioned in 2Sa.23.29 and 1Ch.11.31 as the father of Ittai the Gibeathite, who was one of David's mighty men. The mighty men were a group of elite warriors who served under King David and were renowned for their bravery, skill, and loyalty (2Sa.23.8-39; 1Ch.11.10-47). Ittai, the son of Ribai, was from Gibeah, a town in the territory of Benjamin. He is listed among the mighty men, indicating that he was a valiant warrior who had distinguished himself in battle. The mention of Ribai as Ittai's father suggests that he was also a man of some importance or influence, as his son had risen to a prominent position in David's army. However, no further information is provided about Ribai himself in the biblical text.
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(pleader with Jehovah), the father of Ittai the Benjamite, of Gibeah. (2 Samuel 23:29; 1 Chronicles 11:31) (B.C. before 1020.)
RI'BAI (for whom Jehovah pleads), the father of Ittai the Benjamite. 2 Sam 23:29; 1 Chr 11:31.
RI'BAI (for whom Jehovah pleads), the father of Ittai the Benjamite. 2 Sam 23:29; 1 Chr 11:31.
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2 verses in 2 books · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H7380
Heled son of Baanah the Netophathite, Ittai son of Ribai from Gibeah of the Benjamites,
Ithai son of Ribai from Gibeah of the Benjamites, Benaiah the Pirathonite,
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