KJV ORIGINAL
Uriah the Hittite, Zabad the son of Ahlai,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Uriah the Hittite, Zabad the son of Ahlai,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse lists two of David's mighty warriors by name, honoring their service and loyalty to the king.
📚 Historical Context
This appears in a list of David's mighty men - elite warriors who served him faithfully during his reign as king of Israel. Uriah the Hittite is notably the same man whose wife Bathsheba became involved with David, and whom David had killed in battle to cover his sin. Despite David's terrible treatment of him, Uriah is still honored here among the mighty warriors.
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