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Benaiah

Definition:

Benaiah was the name of several men in the Old Testament.

  • Benaiah son of Jehoiada was one of David's mighty men. He was a skilled warrior and was put in charge of David's bodyguards.
  • When Solomon was being made king, Benaiah helped him overthrow his enemies. He eventually became commander of the Israelite army.
  • Other men in the Old Testament named Benaiah include three Levites: a priest, a musician, and a descendant of Asaph.

(See also: asaph, jehoiada, levite, solomon)

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