Ahiezer אֲחִיעֶ֫זֶר
Benjamite warrior who joined David at Ziklag
Who is Ahiezer in the Bible?
Ahiezer was a Benjamite warrior who joined David at Ziklag while David was fleeing from King Saul (1 Chronicles 12:3). He is described as one of a group of skilled warriors from Benjamin who were ambidextrous fighters, able to shoot arrows and sling stones with either their right or left hand. Ahiezer's decision to align himself with David during this time of exile demonstrated loyalty and provided valuable military support to David's cause. Though the biblical record offers no further details about his specific exploits or role in David's army, his inclusion among these elite warriors underscores the growing support David received from his own tribe even while being hunted by the king.
Biography
Ahiezer is mentioned as one of the Benjamite warriors who joined David at Ziklag when he was fleeing from King Saul. Along with his fellow Benjamites, Ahiezer is described as a brave warrior, armed with a bow, and able to shoot arrows and sling stones with either his right or left hand. (1Ch.12.1-2)
These skilled warriors aligned themselves with David and provided valuable military support during his time of exile. The biblical text does not provide any further details about Ahiezer's specific role or exploits in David's army. (1Ch.12.3).
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 12:3
"Ahiezer their chief and Joash, who were the sons of Shemaah the Gibeathite; Jeziel and Pelet, the sons of Azmaveth; Beracah; Jehu the Anathothite;"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | אֲחִיעֶ֫זֶר |