Bible Person

Jehu

Meaning: himself who exists · Male · 1 cross reference

This Jehu entry refers to the Benjamite slinger who joins David at Ziklag, not to the Judahite ancestor or the Simeonite figure of the same name. He belongs to the coalition gathering around David before his reign is fully established. First appears in 1 Chr 12:3.1

AI summary: This Jehu matters because his single cross reference places him among the skilled fighters from Saul-linked territory who align themselves with David. The entry contributes to the broader picture of support for David growing across tribal and regional lines. Taken together, the material presents this Jehu as a Benjaminite supporter in David's expanding coalition.1

Central Figure

Jehu

Meaning: himself who exists

One of the Benjamite slingers that joined David at Ziklag (1 Chr.