Old Testament
Eluzai
A Benjamite warrior who joined David at Ziklag to support his rise to the throne of Israel.
Eluzai was one of the mighty men from the tribe of Benjamin who defected to David while he was hiding from Saul. He is listed among the skilled archers and slingers in 1 Chronicles 12 who were capable of fighting with both hands. His inclusion highlights the diverse support David gathered from various tribes during his time of exile.
In the text
- Verses
- 1
- Books
- 1
- First appears
- I Chronicles 12:5
- Last appears
- I Chronicles 12:5
Where Eluzai appears
1 verse · 1 chapterIn the same books
- Melech2 versesA descendant of King Saul and son of Micah, listed in the genealogical records of the tribe of Benjamin.
- Ben1 versesA Levite gatekeeper who served during the transfer of the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem.
- Amnon22 versesThe firstborn son of King David whose violent actions against his half-sister Tamar triggered a cycle of family tragedy.
- Ahithophel17 versesA trusted counselor to King David who defected to join Absalom's rebellion against the throne.
- Heman12 versesA Levite musician and seer appointed by David to lead temple worship and praise.
- Mephibosheth12 versesThe crippled son of Jonathan who received David's covenant kindness and a permanent place at the royal table.
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