Bible Dictionary
Ammizabad
Ammizabad was the son of Benaiah and a commander of David’s army for the third month.
Definition
Ammizabad, meaning “my kinsman has made a present” or “people of the Giver,” was the son of Benaiah. He commanded the third division of David’s army and served as captain for the third month.
Biblical Usage
Ammizabad appears in the list of David’s military commanders and in the organization of the king’s army by monthly divisions.
Historical Background
His position placed him among David’s appointed captains during the administration of the royal army.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
People of the giver, the son of Benaiah, who was the third and chief captain of the host under David (1 Chr. 27:6).
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(people of the Giver, i.e. God), the son of Benaiah, who commanded the third division of David’s army. (1 Chronicles 27:6) (B.C. 1050.)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>a-miz'-a-bad (`ammizabhadh, "my kinsman has made a present"): The son of Benaiah, one of David's captains for the third month (1Ch 27:6).</p>