1 Chronicles 11:47
“Eliel, and Obed, and Jaasiel the Mezobaite.”
What does 1 Chronicles 11:47 mean?
This brief listing appears near the end of a catalog of David's mighty men, warriors who stood with him during difficult times when he was hunted and building his kingdom. These were soldiers whose names were preserved because of their courage and loyalty, even though we know almost nothing else about their individual stories. What matters here is simply that they showed up, put their strength behind someone they believed in, and earned a place in the historical record alongside better-known heroes. Sometimes faithfulness doesn't come with fanfare or detailed recognition, but it's still noticed and remembered.