Hachmoni is a somewhat obscure figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically within the context of King David's reign. The name "Hachmoni" is associated with a lineage or family, rather than an individual, and is primarily noted in the genealogical and military records of David's mighty men.

Biblical References:

1. 1 Chronicles 11:11 : "This is the list of David’s mighty men: Jashobeam son of Hachmoni was chief of the officers; he wielded his spear against three hundred men, whom he killed at one time." In this passage, Hachmoni is identified as the father of Jashobeam, one of David's elite warriors. Jashobeam's remarkable feat of killing three hundred men in a single encounter highlights the valor and skill attributed to the Hachmoni lineage.

2. 1 Chronicles 27:32 : "Jonathan, David’s uncle, was a counselor; he was a man of insight and a scribe. Jehiel son of Hachmoni attended the king’s sons." Here, Jehiel, another descendant of Hachmoni, is mentioned as having a significant role in the royal court, attending to the king's sons. This indicates that the Hachmoni family held positions of influence and responsibility within the kingdom.

Historical and Cultural Context:

The references to Hachmoni and his descendants occur during the period of the united monarchy in Israel, under King David's rule. This era is characterized by the consolidation of the tribes of Israel into a single nation and the establishment of Jerusalem as the political and spiritual center. The mighty men, or "Gibborim," were a group of elite warriors who played a crucial role in David's military campaigns and the defense of the kingdom. The mention of Hachmoni's descendants among these warriors suggests a family tradition of military prowess and loyalty to the king.

Theological Significance:

From a theological perspective, the inclusion of Hachmoni's lineage in the biblical narrative underscores the importance of familial heritage and the transmission of virtues such as bravery, loyalty, and service to God and king. The mighty men, including those from the Hachmoni family, are often seen as exemplars of faithfulness and courage, qualities that are highly valued in the biblical tradition.

Interpretation and Legacy:

While Hachmoni himself is not a central figure in the biblical text, his descendants' roles in David's reign highlight the interconnectedness of family, faith, and leadership in the biblical narrative. The legacy of the Hachmoni family, as seen through Jashobeam and Jehiel, serves as a testament to the enduring impact of one's lineage and the potential for individuals to contribute significantly to God's purposes in history.Hachmoni

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Hachmoni

(wise) Son of, and The Hachmonite. (1 Chronicles 11:11; 27:32) Hachmon or Hachmoni was no doubt the founder of a family to which these men belonged: the actual father of Jashobeam was Zabdiel, (1 Chronicles 27:2) and he is also said to have belonged to the Korhites. (1 Chronicles 12:6) (B.C. before 1046.)

HACHMONI; HACHMONITE

hak-mo'-ni, hak'-mo-ni, or probably (chakhmoni, "wise"): The same word is rendered "Hachmoni," a proper name, in 1 Chronicles 27:32 and "a Hachmonite" in 1 Chronicles 11:11. The form of the Hebrew word suggests that the latter translation should be adopted in both passages, and that it describes the warrior in one case, and the companion or tutor of David's sons in the other, as a member of a certain family-a Hachmonite of which nothing further is known. 2 Samuel 23:8, "Josheb-basshebeth a Tahchemonite," bears the marks of a corrupt text, and should be parallel with 1 Chronicles 11:11 so far as the name goes, reading "Jashobeam the Hachmonite." So Klostermann, Driver, Wellhausen, Budde, etc.

George Rice Hovey

2453. Chakmoni -- "wise," two Israelites
... "wise," two Israelites. Transliteration: Chakmoni Phonetic Spelling: (khak-mo-nee')
Short Definition: Hachmoni. ... NASB Word Usage Hachmoni (1), Hachmonite (1). ...
/hebrew/2453.htm - 6kHachmoni (2 Occurrences)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia HACHMONI; HACHMONITE. hak ... George Rice Hovey.
Multi-Version Concordance Hachmoni (2 Occurrences). 1 ...
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Hachmonite (2 Occurrences)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia HACHMONI; HACHMONITE. hak-mo'-ni,
hak'-mo-ni, or probably (chakhmoni, "wise"): The same word is ...
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Hach'moni (1 Occurrence)
Hach'moni. Hachmoni, Hach'moni. Hachmonite . Multi-Version Concordance
Hach'moni (1 Occurrence). ... Hachmoni, Hach'moni. Hachmonite . Reference Bible.
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Uncle (14 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 27:32 Also Jonathan, David's uncle, was a counselor, a man of
understanding, and a scribe: and Jehiel the son of Hachmoni was with the king's ...
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Jehi'el (12 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 27:32 Also Jonathan David's uncle was a counsellor, a man of understanding,
and a scribe; and Jehiel the son of Hachmoni was with the king's sons ...
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Insight (39 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 27:32 Also Jonathan, David's uncle, was a counselor, a man of
understanding, and a scribe: and Jehiel the son of Hachmoni was with the king's ...
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Tutored (1 Occurrence)
... 1 Chronicles 27:32 Also Jonathan, David's uncle, was a counselor, a man of
understanding, and a scribe: and Jehiel the son of Hachmoni was with the king's ...
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Brandished (5 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 11:11 And this is the number of the mighty men whom David had: Jashobeam,
the son of Hachmoni, the chief of the captains; he brandished his spear ...
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Counsellor (16 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 27:32 Also Jonathan, David's uncle, was a counsellor, a man of
understanding, and a scribe: and Jehiel the son of Hachmoni was with the king's ...
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Counselor (19 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 27:32 Also Jonathan, David's uncle, was a counselor, a man of
understanding, and a scribe: and Jehiel the son of Hachmoni was with the king's ...
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