Old Testament
Zelek
An Ammonite warrior recognized as one of King David's elite group of thirty mighty men.
Zelek the Ammonite was a distinguished member of David's elite military unit known as the Thirty. His inclusion in the lists found in 2 Samuel 23 and 1 Chronicles 11 highlights the diverse composition of David's loyal fighting force. He serves as a testament to the king's ability to unite men from various backgrounds in service to the throne of Israel.
In the text
- Verses
- 2
- Books
- 2
- First appears
- 2 Samuel 23:37
- Last appears
- 1 Chronicles 11:39
Where Zelek 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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