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Shaalbonite, The

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The Shaalbonite was Eliahba, one of David’s mighty warriors. He came from Shaalbon, a place whose exact location is unknown.

Definition

The Shaalbonite was Eliahba, one of David’s thirty-seven heroes or mighty men. He was a native of Shaalbon.

Biblical Usage

Eliahba the Shaalbonite is included among David’s distinguished warriors in the lists of David’s mighty men.

Historical Background

The place Shaalbon, from which Eliahba came, is not located in the supplied material.

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Smith's Bible Dictionary
Eliahba the Shaalbonite was one of David’s thirty seven heroes. (2 Samuel 23:32; 1 Chronicles 11:33) He was a native of a place named Shaalbon, but where it was is unknown. (B.C. 1048.)
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