Thematic Bible: Commander-in-chief of an army


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The name of Saul's wife was Ahinoam, the daughter of Ahimaaz. The name of the general in command of his army was Abner son of Ner, Saul's uncle. Verse ConceptsCommanderNamed Wives

While deployed there, the army received this report: "Zimri has conspired against the king and assassinated him." So all Israel made Omri, the commander of the army, king over Israel that very day in the camp. Verse ConceptsConspiraciesMaking KingsList Of Kings Of Israel

Then, when the officers have finished speaking, they must appoint unit commanders to lead the troops.

The Lord turned them over to King Jabin of Canaan, who ruled in Hazor. The general of his army was Sisera, who lived in Harosheth Haggoyim. Verse ConceptsCommander

The king appointed Benaiah son of Jehoiada to take his place at the head of the army, and the king appointed Zadok the priest to take Abiathar's place. Verse ConceptsSolomon, Character OfExchanging Of Leaders

Ahithophel was succeeded by Jehoiada son of Benaiah and by Abiathar. Joab was the commanding general of the king's army.

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