Jeribai was one of David’s mighty men. He is listed among the warriors in the genealogical records of Judah.
Definition
Jeribai was one of David’s mighty men and belonged to the Bene-Elnaan. His name is explained as “whom Jehovah defends,” though its meaning is also described as uncertain.
Biblical Usage
Jeribai appears in the list of David’s mighty warriors.
Historical Background
His name occurs in Chronicles but not in the corresponding list of David’s heroes in 2 Samuel.
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(whom Jehovah defends), one of the Bene-Elnaan, named among the heroes of David’s guard. (1 Chronicles 11:46)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>jer'-i-bi, jer-i-ba'-i (yeribhay, meaning uncertain): One of David's mighty men of the armies (1Ch 11:46); one of the names not found in the list in 2Sa 23:24-29 a.</p>