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Gerizites

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A Visit With Jesus
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The Gerizites, or Gerzites, were an ancient people dwelling in the southern borderlands of Palestine during Saul’s time.

Definition

The Gerizites, or Gerzites, were an ancient people associated with the southern borderlands of Palestine.

Biblical Usage

They are mentioned in the account of David’s activity in the southern region during Saul’s reign.

Historical Background

The supplied material gives no further secure description of their location or history.

Scripture References

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Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
(1 Samuel 27:8) [Gerzites]
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