2 Samuel 16:16

Arachite; perhaps descended from the ancient Aracites, who dwelt near Arad and Tripoli, where the pretended Sabbatic river is said to flow; (Josephus, Jewish Wars xii. 13.) or rather, as the names are written in a different manner, this person might be a native of Arachi, in Benjamin, west of Bethel, Josue xvi. 2. (Calmet) --- See chap. xv. 32. --- Friend. This was his peculiar title of office, 1 Paralipomenon xxvii. 33. (Calmet) --- King. ( Salve.) Literally, "Hail, O King," in both places. The salutation is repeated for greater emphasis. (Haydock)