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Who was Abishai in the Bible?

Who was Abishai in the Bible?

Dr. Zachary Porcu
by Dr. Zachary PorcuCatholic University of America
The Meaning of Abishai The meaning of his name is “Father of a gift.” Abishai was the brother of Joab and Asahel, the son of Suri. In the Bible: Abishai saves David Abishai was a military leader who served under King David. He ...
Who was Benaiah in the Bible?

Who was Benaiah in the Bible?

Dr. Zachary Porcu
by Dr. Zachary PorcuCatholic University of America
What did Benaiah do in the bible? Benaiah, son of Jehoiada was one of King David’s “mighty men,” listed in the Old Testament. He was one of the supporting characters in the life of King David, especially in the complicated stru...
Who was Hushai the Archite in the Bible?

Who was Hushai the Archite in the Bible?

Dr. Zachary Porcu
by Dr. Zachary PorcuCatholic University of America
We don’t know much about Hushai except what is listed in I Chronicles and II Samuel. Scholars suggest that “Hushai” was probably short for a name like “Ahishai” or “Ahushai”, and that “Archite” indicated that he belonged to the...

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