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Eliahba

Warrior living at the time of United Monarchy

Eliahba the Shaalbonite was one of David's mighty men.

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Eliahba the Shaalbonite is mentioned in 2Sa.23.32 and 1Ch.11.33 as one of David's mighty men. He was part of an elite group of warriors known for their exceptional military skills and bravery. The mighty men played a crucial role in David's military campaigns and helped establish his kingdom. Eliahba's association with Shaalbon, a town in the territory of Dan, suggests that he may have been from that region.

Bible dictionary

Eliahba Smith Smith’s Bible Dictionary (1863)

(whom God hides), on of the thirty of David’s guard. (2 Samuel 23:32; 1 Chronicles 11:33) (B.C. 1046.)

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Eliahba Hitchcock Hitchcock’s Bible Names Dictionary (1869)

my God the Father

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Eliahba Hastings Hastings’ Dictionary of the Bible (1898)

ELI'AHBA (whom God hides), one of David's mighty men. 2 Sam 23:32; 1 Chr 11:33.

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Eliahba Schaff Schaff’s Dictionary of the Bible

ELI'AHBA (whom God hides), one of David's mighty men. 2 Sam 23:32; 1 Chr 11:33.

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Where Eliahba appears

2 verses in 2 books · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H0455

2 Samuel1
1 Chronicles1

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