Bible Dictionary
Ibhar
Ibhar was one of David’s sons, born in Jerusalem.
Definition
Ibhar was one of David’s sons, born in Jerusalem. His name is explained as meaning “chosen” or “whom God chooses.” The supplied material gives no further information about his life.
Biblical Usage
Ibhar is included among David’s sons in the genealogical and royal lists.
Historical Background
Ibhar was born in Jerusalem and is identified as the son of one of David’s wives rather than of a concubine. His name follows Solomon’s in the lists cited.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Chosen, one of David’s sons (1 Chr. 3:6; 2 Sam. 5:15).
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(whom God chooses), one of the sons of David, (2 Samuel 5:15; 1 Chronicles 3:6; 14:6) (born in Jerusalem. B.C. after 1044.)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ib'-har (yibhchar, "He (God) chooses"; in Codex Sinaiticus, Codex Vaticanus, Ebear, in Chronicles, Codex Vaticanus, Baar; Codex Alexandrinus, Iebaar): One of David's sons, born at Jerusalem; son of a wife and not of a concubine (1Ch 3:6; 2Sa 5:15); otherwise unknown. His name in all three lists follows Solomon's.' In the Peshitta, "Juchabar."</p>