Old Testament
Zalmon
An Ahohite warrior and one of King David's elite group of soldiers known as the Thirty.
Zalmon is identified in the lists of David's mighty men recorded in 2 Samuel 23:28 and 1 Chronicles 11:29. He is noted as an Ahohite, serving as a member of the elite military unit that supported David's reign. His inclusion in these lists highlights the diverse group of skilled warriors who demonstrated loyalty to David throughout his leadership.
In the text
- Verses
- 2
- Books
- 2
- First appears
- 2 Samuel 23:28
- Last appears
- 1 Chronicles 11:29
Where Zalmon appears
2 verses · 2 chaptersIn the same books
- 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.
- Mephibosheth12 versesThe crippled son of Jonathan who received David's covenant kindness and a permanent place at the royal table.
- Abishai23 versesA valiant commander and nephew of King David who served as a loyal leader in Israel's military.
- Abigail17 versesA wise and discerning woman who prevented David from committing bloodshed against her foolish husband, Nabal.
- Ornan17 versesA Jebusite who sold his threshing floor to King David for the site of the future temple.
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