Gareb is a term found in the Bible that refers to both a geographical location and a person. The name Gareb is derived from a Hebrew root meaning "scabby" or "rough," which may provide insight into the characteristics of the location or the individual associated with this name.

Gareb as a Location

Gareb is mentioned in the context of the city of Jerusalem. In the book of Jeremiah, the prophet speaks of the future expansion and restoration of Jerusalem, and Gareb is noted as a landmark in this prophecy. Jeremiah 31:39 states, "The measuring line will once again stretch out straight to the hill of Gareb and then turn toward Goah." This reference suggests that Gareb was a notable hill or area on the outskirts of Jerusalem, marking the boundary of the city's expansion. The exact location of Gareb is not definitively known today, but it is generally considered to be in the vicinity of ancient Jerusalem, possibly to the northwest.

Gareb as a Person

In addition to being a geographical location, Gareb is also the name of one of King David's warriors. In 2 Samuel 23:38 , Gareb is listed among the "mighty men" who served David: "Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite." This mention is part of a larger passage that details the exploits and valor of David's elite group of warriors, known as the "Thirty." Gareb's inclusion in this list indicates that he was a distinguished and valiant fighter, contributing to David's military successes. The parallel account in 1 Chronicles 11:40 also includes Gareb, affirming his role among David's mighty men.

Historical and Theological Significance

The references to Gareb, both as a location and as a person, hold significance in the biblical narrative. As a geographical marker, Gareb's mention in Jeremiah's prophecy underscores the theme of restoration and hope for Jerusalem, a city central to God's covenantal promises to Israel. The expansion of Jerusalem to include Gareb symbolizes the fulfillment of God's promises and the future prosperity of His people.

As a person, Gareb's role as one of David's mighty men highlights the importance of loyalty, bravery, and military prowess in the establishment and defense of the Israelite kingdom. David's mighty men were instrumental in securing his reign and expanding the territory of Israel, and Gareb's inclusion in this elite group reflects his dedication and skill as a warrior.

In summary, Gareb serves as both a geographical and personal reference within the biblical text, contributing to the broader narrative of God's faithfulness to His people and the establishment of His kingdom through David.Gareb

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Gareb

(scabby), one of the heroes of David's army. (2 Samuel 23:38)

Scabby; itch.

(1.) One of David's warriors (2 Samuel 23:38), an Ithrite.

(2.) A hill near Jerusalem (Jeremiah 31:39), probably the hill of lepers, and consequently a place outside the boundary of the city.

GAREB

ga'-reb (garebh):

One of David's "mighty men of the armies" (2 Samuel 23:38 1 Chronicles 11:40), an "Ithrite," i.e. a member of one of the families of Kiriath-jearim (1 Chronicles 2:53). Some, however, read ha-yattiri for ha-yithri, thus making him a native of Jattir.

See IRA.

GAREB, THE HILL OF

ga'-reb, (garebh):

A hill in the neighborhood of Jerusalem, which was one of the landmarks to which the prophet Jeremiah (31:39) foresaw that the city should extend. The site is unknown. Cheyne (Encyclopedia Biblica) would connect this with the "mountain that lieth before the valley of Hinnom westward" (Joshua 15:8), but this is too far South; it is inconceivable that the prophet could have imagined the city extending so far in this direction; most probably the hill was to the North-the one natural direction for the city's extension-and is now incorporated in the modern suburbs.

E. W. G. Masterman

1619. Gareb -- one of David's heroes, also a hill near Jer.
... 1618, 1619. Gareb. 1620 . one of David's heroes, also a hill near Jer.
Transliteration: Gareb Phonetic Spelling: (gaw-rabe') Short Definition: Gareb. ...
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The Girdle of the City. Nehemiah 3
... of the corner. And a line shall go out thence, measuring near it to the
hill of Gareb, and it shall go about to Goath. And all the ...
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The Young Titus
... in that fine concord in which even the dumb beasts were perfect, turn the broadside
of the splendid column to Jerusalem as it swept up Hill Gareb to the north. ...
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The Tangled Web
... in his patron's name; heard his overtures greeted with fury and finally saw the
Jews swarm over the walls and drive him to fly for his life up Gareb to the ...
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Death of Jesus.
... xiii.12.]. [Footnote 2: Golgotha, in fact, seems not entirely unconnected with the
hill of Gareb and the locality of Goath, mentioned in Jeremiah 31:39. ...
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Gareb (3 Occurrences)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. GAREB. ... Some, however, read ha-yattiri for ha-yithri,
thus making him a native of Jattir. See IRA. GAREB, THE HILL OF. ...
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Ithrite (3 Occurrences)
... Among the 37 heroes of David, two are mentioned who belonged to this family, Ira
and Gareb (2 Samuel 23:38 1 Chronicles 11:40). Multi-Version Concordance ...
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Goath (1 Occurrence)
... If Gareb is the Northeast hill, then probably Goah is to be identified with the
Northwest hill, which is called by Josephus "the camp of the Assyrians" (BJ, V ...
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Gibeath (2 Occurrences)
... (6) Gibeath Ammah (2 Samuel 2:24) is identical with AMMAH (which see). (7) Gibeath
Gareb (Jeremiah 31:39) is identical with GAREB (which see). W. Ewing. ...
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Goah (1 Occurrence)
... If Gareb is the Northeast hill, then probably Goah is to be identified with the
Northwest hill, which is called by Josephus "the camp of the Assyrians" (BJ, V ...
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Ira (6 Occurrences)
... NAS RSV NIV). 2 Samuel 23:38 Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite, (WEB KJV
JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). 1 Chronicles 11:28 ...
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Gardens (14 Occurrences)

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Onward (25 Occurrences)
... (WEB JPS ASV). Jeremiah 31:39 The measuring line shall go out further straight onward
to the hill Gareb, and shall turn about to Goah. (WEB ASV). ...
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Go'ah (1 Occurrence)
... Go'ah (1 Occurrence). Jeremiah 31:39 The measuring line shall go out further straight
onward to the hill Gareb, and shall turn about to Goah. (See RSV). ...
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Garizim
Garizim. Gareb, Garizim. Garland . Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia GARIZIM.
gar'-i-zim. See GERIZIM. Gareb, Garizim. Garland . Reference Bible.
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