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Lahmi

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Lahmi was identified as the brother of Goliath of Gath. Elhanan killed him in battle, according to the genealogical and military records of David’s reign.

Definition

Lahmi was a warrior identified as the brother of Goliath of Gath. He was killed in battle by Elhanan, son of Zair or Zaor, during the period associated with David’s reign.

Biblical Usage

Lahmi appears in the record of David’s military victories as the brother of Goliath of Gath whom Elhanan killed.

Historical Background

The name is recorded in the military and genealogical material associated with David’s reign. Smith dates the event to about 1020 B.C.

Scripture References

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Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
(warrior), the brother of Goliath the Gittite, slain by Elhanan the son of Zair or Zaor. (1 Chronicles 20:5) (B.C. 1020.)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>la'-mi (lachmi): According to 1Ch 20:5, the brother of Goliath of Gath.</p><p>See ELHANAN.</p>
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