Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Jehu was one of the Benjamite archers and slingers who joined David at Ziklag while he was hiding from Saul.
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Jehu, a Benjamite warrior, was among the skilled archers and slingers who joined David at Ziklag while he was seeking refuge from King Saul. These warriors, including Jehu, were ambidextrous and could shoot arrows and sling stones with either hand. They pledged their allegiance to David during this time of his exile, demonstrating their support for the future king of Israel.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H3058
Ahiezer their chief and Joash, who were the sons of Shemaah the Gibeathite; Jeziel and Pelet, the sons of Azmaveth; Beracah; Jehu the Anathothite;
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