Bible Dictionary
Gizonites, The
The Gizonites were associated with Hashem, one of the warriors in David’s guard. The name may represent another form of Gunite, but the identification is uncertain.
Definition
The Gizonites were associated with Hashem, one of the warriors in David’s guard. The designation is understood as meaning an inhabitant of Gizoh.
Biblical Usage
The sons of Hashem the Gizonite are listed among David’s warriors in 1 Chronicles 11:34.
Historical Background
The identification is uncertain. Kennicott concluded that the name should be read as Gouni.
Scripture References
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Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(inhabitant of Gizoh). “The sons of Hashem the Gizonite “are named amongst the warriors of David’s guard. (1 Chronicles 11:34) Kennicott concludes that the name should be Gouni.