יִתְמָה (yit.mah)
yit.mah
Ithmah
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
The proper noun Yitmah identifies a single individual mentioned in the Old Testament: a Moabite who served as one of King David’s elite warriors. The name appears only once, recorded in 1 Chronicles 11:46 among the list of David’s mighty men. This brief mention highlights the inclusion of foreign allies in Israel’s most trusted military circle during the united monarchy.
Linguistically, Yitmah is generally understood to mean "orphan." While this etymology is noted in standard lexicons, the biblical text itself does not elaborate on his personal history or family status. The significance lies in his presence on the roster of David’s loyalists, demonstrating that service to the king was not restricted by ethnic origin alone.
Because the source material provides no further narrative details about Yitmah’s life or deeds, the word stands as a simple identifier within a genealogical and military list. It serves as a historical marker for one specific Moabite fighter in David’s army, rather than carrying broader theological symbolism or appearing in other scriptural contexts.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Yitmah appears in a single verse, identifying a Moabite warrior among King David’s elite forces. This brief mention highlights that loyalty and service to God’s anointed king were not restricted by ethnic origin or background. Foreign allies could hold trusted positions within Israel’s most protected circles.
For your faith, this word reminds us that God values character and commitment over lineage. It encourages believers from all backgrounds to serve faithfully, knowing that their heritage does not limit their place in God’s work. Trust in the Lord’s ability to use anyone who seeks Him with a sincere heart.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- and/ Ithmah1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- וְ/יִתְמָ֖ה1×
Key Verses
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I Chronicles 11:46
Eliel the Mahavite, and Jeribai, and Joshaviah, the sons of Elnaam, and Ithmah the Moabite,
This verse records Ithmah the Moabite as one of David’s mighty men, showing his inclusion in the king’s trusted military circle despite his foreign origin.