Lexical Summary Chushathi: Hushathite Original Word: חֻשָׁתִי Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Hushathite Patronymically from Chuwshah; a Chushathite or descendant of Chushah -- Hushathite. see HEBREW Chuwshah NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom Chushah Definition perhaps an inhab. of Hushah NASB Translation Hushathite (5). Brown-Driver-Briggs חֻשָׁתִי adjective, of a people of foregoing: — 1 of individual, with article׳הַח 2 Samuel 21:18 = 1 Chronicles 20:4; 2 Samuel 23:27 = 1 Chronicles 11:29, see also 1 Chronicles 27:11. Topical Lexicon Identity and SettingThe designation “Hushathite” identifies a person originating from, or descended from, the clan or locality of Hushah of Judah (compare 1 Chronicles 4:4). Every biblical appearance of the term attaches it to heroic soldiers in the service of King David, locating the name firmly within Judah’s military and covenantal life during the united monarchy. Key Individuals 1. Sibbecai (also spelled Mebunnai) 2. Mebunnai the Hushathite Military Significance The Hushathites appear only in contexts of warfare, especially against the Philistines. Their exploits highlight three strategic realities: • Continuity of Conflict Even after David’s earlier victories, Philistine resistance resurfaced. The battles at Gob and Gezer (2 Samuel 21:18; 1 Chronicles 20:4) show that security for Israel required sustained vigilance. • Specialized Elite Forces David’s organization into monthly divisions (1 Chronicles 27) and the listing of “mighty men” reveal an early form of standing army. Sibbecai’s leadership of the eighth division underlines Judah’s contribution to national defense. • Triumph over Giants By slaying descendants of Rapha, Sibbecai continues the pattern begun by David himself with Goliath, demonstrating that Yahweh equips His servants to overcome formidable, even seemingly invincible, foes. Historical and Theological Implications 1. Covenant Faithfulness within Judah The Hushathites’ incorporation into David’s forces echoes Judah’s early pledge to support David (2 Samuel 2:4) and anticipates the tribe’s later prominence in messianic prophecy. 2. Divine Empowerment of the Ordinary Apart from their battlefield feats, no personal details are preserved. This obscurity magnifies God’s role: nameless soldiers (from the world’s perspective) become instruments of deliverance because “the battle is the LORD’s” (1 Samuel 17:47). 3. Typology of the Promised King Victories over the giants and the subduing of hostile nations foreshadow the Messiah’s ultimate conquest of sin and death. The Hushathite’s obedience under David prefigures believers’ service under Christ, “the Root of David” (Revelation 5:5). Ministry Applications • Courage in Spiritual Warfare As Sibbecai engaged physical giants, Christians confront “spiritual forces of evil” (Ephesians 6:12). His example calls believers to wield divine armor with steadfast courage. • Faithful Service without Spotlight Though mentioned briefly, the Hushathite’s faithful presence in five distinct texts affirms that God records and rewards even hidden labor (Hebrews 6:10). • Steadfastness across Seasons Sibbecai commanded the eighth-month division, reminding ministers that service spans all seasons; faithfulness is measured not by momentary zeal but by year-round commitment. Summary The “Hushathite” stands as a title of honor linked to loyal, daring warriors of Judah. Their consistent appearance beside David underscores the Lord’s pattern of employing dedicated servants—often little known to history—to secure His purposes, defend His people, and foreshadow the greater victories achieved in Christ. Forms and Transliterations הַחֻ֣שָׁתִ֔י הַחֻֽשָׁתִ֗י הַחֻשָׁתִ֖י הַחֻשָׁתִֽי׃ החשתי החשתי׃ ha·ḥu·šā·ṯî haChushaTi haḥušāṯîLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 2 Samuel 21:18 HEB: הִכָּ֗ה סִבְּכַי֙ הַחֻ֣שָׁתִ֔י אֶת־ סַ֕ף NAS: Sibbecai the Hushathite struck down KJV: then Sibbechai the Hushathite slew INT: struck Sibbecai the Hushathite Saph who 2 Samuel 23:27 1 Chronicles 11:29 1 Chronicles 20:4 1 Chronicles 27:11 5 Occurrences |
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