KJV ORIGINAL
Moreover Abishai the son of Zeruiah slew of the Edomites in the valley of salt eighteen thousand.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Also, Abishai, the son of Zeruiah, killed eighteen thousand Edomites in the Valley of Salt.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse records a major military victory where David's commander Abishai defeated a large Edomite army.
📚 Historical Context
This battle took place during David's reign as he expanded Israel's borders and secured the kingdom. The Edomites were descendants of Esau who lived southeast of Israel and were often in conflict with the Israelites. The Valley of Salt was likely located near the Dead Sea, a strategic location for controlling trade routes.
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