Warriors
Find detailed information, studies, and artwork of the Bible's famous and not-so-famous warriors.
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Absalom: Expert Politician, Failed Warrior
Absalom, King David’s son who staged a coup against him, was a deeply disturbed and complicated character. While his grievances against his father were legitimate, his almost pathological response to his father’s injustice…
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Asahel: David’s Fastest Warrior
Asahel in the Bible is better known for his swiftness on foot. However, there is more to this young military hero. He was considered an elite warrior and a leader of men. His…
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Abishai in the Bible: Fearless Warrior
Abishai, the little-known warrior who saved David’s life, was an instrumental commander in David’s military. He is not as well known as his notorious brother, Joab, but he was just as capable and…
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Benaiah, Commander of David’s Guard
You have heard of “David and Goliath” and “Daniel in the Lion’s Den,” but have you heard of “Benaiah and the Egyptian” or “Benaiah and the Ariels of Moab”? If you have not,…
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King David: The Rise of the Warrior King
King David is the second most mentioned individual in the Bible; Jesus is the first. Much of the text dedicated to David details his military exploits. He was not only a king but…
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Who Were David’s Mighty Men (The Thirty)?
David was a great conqueror, but he was not a one-man show. There are several large sections of text in the Bible that name key military figures in David’s army. These men helped…
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Joab: Commander of David’s Army
Joab is David’s nephew, the son of his sister Zeruiah, who became the commander of David’s military during his reign. As a fearless and talented commander, he was responsible for the defeat and…
