KJV ORIGINAL
These things did Benaiah the son of Jehoiada, and had the name among three mighty men.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
These are the things Benaiah, son of Jehoiada, accomplished, and he earned his place among the three greatest warriors.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is recognizing Benaiah's incredible deeds that made him famous among David's most elite warriors.
📚 Historical Context
Benaiah was one of David's most trusted and skilled military commanders, known for extraordinary feats like killing a lion in a pit on a snowy day and defeating giants. He served as captain of David's bodyguard and later became Solomon's military commander. The 'three mighty men' were David's most elite warriors, a special group renowned throughout Israel for their legendary battlefield accomplishments.
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