Bible Dictionary

Shobi

Easton's Bible Dictionary 1897

Captor, son of Nahash of Rabbah, the Ammonite. He showed kindness to David when he fled from Jerusalem to Mahanaim (2 Sam. 17:27).

Smith's Bible Dictionary 1863

(glorious) son of Nahash of Rabbah of the children of Ammon. (2 Samuel 17:27) He was one of the first to meet David at Mahanaim on his flight from Absalom. (B.C. 1023.)

International Standard Bible Encyclopedia 1915

sho'-bi (shobhi; Ouesbei): One of those who remained faithful to David during the rebellion of Absalom (2Sa 17:27).