What does 2 Samuel 23:36 mean?

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2 Samuel 23:36 lists Igal the son of Nathan from Zobah and Bani the Gadite as part of a group. This verse is part of a longer section naming the distinguished warriors who served under King David. This list is found near the end of 2 Samuel, where the writer records the names of David’s mighty men. The mention of Igal, his father Nathan, and his origin in Zobah, along with Bani from the tribe of Gad, highlights the diverse backgrounds of those who supported David’s rule. The verse simply identifies these individuals as notable members of David’s elite forces.

2 Samuel 23:36 (KJV)