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Eluzai

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Eluzai was one of the Benjaminite warriors who joined David at Ziklag.

Definition

Eluzai was one of David’s heroes, a warrior from Benjamin who joined David at Ziklag. His name means “God is my praise” or “God is my strength.”

Biblical Usage

Eluzai appears among the Benjaminite warriors who came to David at Ziklag.

Historical Background

His association with David belongs to the period when David was gathering supporters at Ziklag.

Scripture References

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Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
(God is my praise), one of the warriors of Benjamin who joined David at Ziklag. (1 Chronicles 12:5) (B.C. 1054.)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>e-lu'-za-i ('el`uzai, "God is my strength"; compare UZZIEL):</p><p>One of David's heroes (1Ch 12:5).</p>
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