Zelek the Ammonite, Naharai the Berothite, the armourbearer of Joab the son of Zeruiah,
Zelek from the nation of Ammon, Naharai from the town of Beroth who carried the weapons and armor for Joab (Zeruiah's son),
This verse lists two more of David's mighty warriors, including one who served as the armor-bearer for Joab, David's military commander.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of 1 Chronicles, written during the post-exilic period to remind the returning Israelites of their history and God's faithfulness, this verse is part of a list detailing David's mighty warriors who played key roles in his rise to kingship and military successes. These warriors, including Zelek from Ammon and Naharai from Beroth, represented the diverse ethnic and regional backgrounds of those who supported David, illustrating the broad coalition that helped unify Israel under his rule. This reflects the historical era when David was establishing a strong kingdom after years of conflict.
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