Hanan the son of Maachah, and Joshaphat the Mithnite,

1 CHRONICLES 11:43KJV
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1 Chronicles 11:43 (KJV)

What does 1 Chronicles 11:43 mean?

1 Chronicles 11:43 lists two men—Hanan the son of Maachah and Joshaphat the Mithnite—among the warriors who supported David. This verse is part of a longer record naming those who stood with David as he became king over Israel.

The book of 1 Chronicles was written to recount Israel’s history, and in this chapter, the writer is listing David’s mighty men. These names, including Hanan (the son of Maachah) and Joshaphat (from Mithna), are given to honor their loyalty and bravery. The verse simply identifies these individuals as part of David’s trusted group, without adding further detail about their deeds.

Why 1 Chronicles 11:43 matters

  • This verse helps show the breadth and diversity of David’s supporters, highlighting that his strength as a king came from many loyal individuals, not just a few famous names.
  • Including lesser-known figures like Hanan and Joshaphat emphasizes that every person in the community played a role in Israel’s story, even if their actions are not described in detail.
  • The verse connects to the larger theme in 1 Chronicles 11 of remembering and honoring those who contributed to the foundation of David’s reign, reinforcing the importance of collective effort in leadership and history.

Where else these words appear

“Joshaphat” Hebrew H3146 · used in 2 verses

  • 1 Chronicles 15:24 And Shebaniah, and Jehoshaphat, and Nethaneel, and Amasai, and Zechariah, and Benaiah, and Eliezer, the priests, did blow with the trumpets before the ark of God: and Obededom and Jehiah were doorkeepers for the ark.

“Hanan” Hebrew H2605 · used in 12 verses

“Maachah” Hebrew H4601 · used in 23 verses

  • Genesis 22:24 And his concubine, whose name was Reumah, she bare also Tebah, and Gaham, and Thahash, and Maachah.
  • 1 Kings 15:10 And forty and one years reigned he in Jerusalem. And his mother's name was Maachah, the daughter of Abishalom.
  • 1 Chronicles 9:35 And in Gibeon dwelt the father of Gibeon, Jehiel, whose wife's name was Maachah: