Bible Dictionary
Tekoite, The
The Tekoite was Ira ben-Ikkesh, one of David’s warriors. Other people from Tekoa helped repair Jerusalem’s wall during Nehemiah’s administration.
Definition
The Tekoite was Ira son of Ikkesh, one of David’s warriors. The designation means a person from Tekoa.
Biblical Usage
Ira the Tekoite is listed among David’s warriors. Other Tekoites helped repair the wall of Jerusalem during Nehemiah’s administration.
Historical Background
The common people of Tekoa displayed notable activity in repairing Jerusalem’s wall.
Scripture References
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Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
Ira ben-Ikkesh, one of David’s warriors, is thus designated. (2 Samuel 23:26; 1 Chronicles 11:28; 27:8) The common people among the Tekoites displayed great activity in the repairs of the wall of Jerusalem under Nehemiah. (Nehemiah 3:6,27)