David the Fugitive

Abiathar

High priest who escaped the massacre at Nob and supported King David

The last high priest from the line of Eli, Abiathar was a loyal companion to David during his exile but was eventually deposed by Solomon for supporting Adonijah.

Abigail, Wife of David

Wise and beautiful wife of David who prevented him from slaughtering Nabal's household

An intelligent and beautiful woman from Carmel who averted a massacre through diplomacy and later became one of King David’s primary wives.

Abinadab, Son of King Saul

Son of King Saul who died at the Battle of Mount Gilboa

A prince of the tribe of Benjamin and son of King Saul who died alongside his father and brothers during the Battle of Mount Gilboa.

Abishai

Military commander and nephew of David who served as chief of the Three and killed three hundred men in one battle

A high-ranking military commander and nephew of King David, known for his fierce loyalty, battlefield prowess, and leadership during the United Monarchy.

Abner

Commander of Saul's army who eventually sought to unite Israel under David

The commander-in-chief of King Saul’s army and a pivotal military leader during the transition of power to the house of David.

Achish

King of Gath who protected David from Saul and gave him the city of Ziklag

The Philistine King of Gath who provided refuge to David during his flight from King Saul and later employed him as a mercenary.

Adriel

Son-in-law of King Saul whose five sons were executed to atone for Saul's crimes

Adriel of Meholah was the husband of Merab, King Saul’s eldest daughter, and the father of five sons whose lives ended in a political execution during the reign of King David.

Ahimelech

Warrior living at the time of United Monarchy

Ahimelech, High Priest of Nob

High Priest who was executed by Saul for assisting David at Nob

The High Priest at Nob who unknowingly assisted David during his flight from King Saul, resulting in the tragic execution of his priestly household.

Ahinoam of Jezreel, Wife of David

Wife of King David and mother of his firstborn son Amnon

Ahinoam of Jezreel was the first of King David's wives during his wilderness years and the mother of his firstborn son, Amnon.

Ahitub, Son of Phinehas

Grandson of Eli and father of Ahimelech the High Priest of Nob

A Levite priest and grandson of Eli who served during the United Monarchy and fathered the High Priest Ahimelech.

Benjamin, Son of Jacob

Youngest son of Jacob and the full brother of Joseph whose presence in Egypt led to his family's reconciliation

The youngest son of Jacob and Rachel, Benjamin was the beloved patriarch of one of the twelve tribes of Israel and a central figure in the narrative of Joseph's rise in Egypt.

Caleb son of Jephunneh

Spy who gave a faithful report of Canaan and later conquered Hebron

One of the twelve spies sent by Moses to Canaan, distinguished by his wholehearted faith and courage in claiming his inheritance at Hebron.

Cherethites, People of the Seacoast

Coastal nation targeted for destruction in the prophecies of Ezekiel and Zephaniah

A coastal people group closely associated with the Philistines and targeted for divine judgment during the Patriarchal and Prophetic eras.

David

King of Israel who defeated Goliath and established the Davidic dynasty

The second king of the United Monarchy of Israel, a shepherd-warrior and psalmist known as a man after God's own heart.

Doeg

Official who murdered the priests of Nob

An Edomite official serving as King Saul’s chief shepherd, notorious for the massacre of eighty-five priests at Nob.

Gad, David's Seer

Prophet and seer who advised King David and designated the site for the Temple

A prominent prophet and royal seer during the United Monarchy who served as a spiritual advisor to King David and chronicled his reign.

Girzites

People from Girzit(?)

Goliath

Philistine giant killed by David in the Valley of Elah

A champion warrior from Gath of enormous stature who served in the Philistine army during the reign of King Saul.

Hebrews

Covenant people of God descended from Abraham

The Hebrews represent the covenant people descended from Abraham, serving as the primary ethnic and spiritual identity of God’s chosen nation throughout the Old and New Testaments.

Heth

Patriarch who was the son of Canaan and ancestor of the Hittite people

Heth was the son of Canaan and the eponymous patriarch of the Hittites, a significant nation in the land of Canaan during the era of the Patriarchs.

husband_of_Zeruiah

Man living at the time of United Monarchy

Israel

Patriarch who wrestled with God and fathered the twelve tribes

The third patriarch of the covenant, formerly known as Jacob, who received his name after wrestling with God and became the father of the twelve tribes.

Jerahmeel, Son of Hezron

Firstborn son of Hezron and founder of the Jerahmeelite clan in the Negev

The firstborn son of Hezron and a significant clan founder within the tribe of Judah, whose descendants occupied the southern Negev region.

Jesse

Patriarch of the house of David and ancestor of Jesus Christ

The father of King David and a resident of Bethlehem, Jesse is a pivotal link in the genealogy of the Davidic dynasty and the Messianic line.

Joab, Commander of the Army

Commander of David's army who captured Jerusalem and killed Absalom

Joab was the nephew of King David and the supreme commander of Israel's military during the United Monarchy, known for his tactical brilliance and ruthless pragmatism.

Jonathan, Son of King Saul

Prince of Israel and loyal friend of David who died at Mount Gilboa

A prince of Israel and renowned warrior of the Tribe of Benjamin, famous for his profound covenantal friendship with David and his loyalty to God over his own royal succession.

Judah, Son of Jacob

Patriarch who received the blessing of the scepter and whose lineage produced King David and Jesus Christ

The fourth son of Jacob and Leah, ancestor of the Tribe of Judah and the Davidic line, known for his leadership and pivotal role in the preservation of his family.

Kenites

Ancient nomadic tribe and allies of Israel who descended from Moses' father-in-law

A semi-nomadic group of smiths and craftsmen who maintained a long-standing alliance with Israel from the Patriarchal period through the early Monarchy.

Laish

Father of Palti who was given David's wife Michal by King Saul

A man from Gallim during the United Monarchy and the father of Palti, to whom King Saul gave Michal, David’s wife.

Malchi-shua

Son of King Saul who died at the Battle of Mount Gilboa

A prince of the United Monarchy and son of King Saul who died alongside his father and brothers during the Battle of Mount Gilboa.

Maoch

Philistine father of Achish the King of Gath

Maoch was a Philistine royal father whose son, Achish, served as the King of Gath during the reigns of King Saul and King Solomon.

Meholathites

Patriarch whose grandson Adriel married King Saul's daughter Merab

The Meholathite is a patriarchal figure associated with the town of Abel-meholah, serving as the father of Barzillai and the grandfather of Adriel.

Merab

Eldest daughter of King Saul who was promised to David but married to Adriel

Merab was the eldest daughter of King Saul, originally promised to David as a wife but ultimately married to Adriel of Meholah.

Michal

Daughter of Saul who loved David and saved his life but later despised his worship

The daughter of King Saul and the first wife of King David, Michal is a complex figure who navigated the political and personal tensions of Israel's early monarchy.

Nabal

Wealthy Calebite whose refusal of hospitality to David led to his divine judgment

A wealthy but harsh Calebite landowner whose refusal to offer hospitality to David nearly resulted in his household's destruction, leading to his divine judgment and death.

Ner

Father of Abner and uncle of King Saul who dedicated spoils to the house of God

A high-ranking Benjamite of the United Monarchy, father of the commander Abner, and uncle to Israel's first king, Saul.

Palti, Husband of Michal

Husband given King Saul's daughter Michal after David fled into exile

A Benjamite from Gallim who was given King Saul’s daughter Michal in marriage after David fled the royal court.

Samuel

Prophet who anointed the first two kings of Israel

A pivotal prophet, priest, and the final judge of Israel who presided over the transition from the loose confederation of tribes to the United Monarchy.

Saul

King of Israel who was the first to rule the United Monarchy before being rejected by God

Saul was the first king of Israel, anointed by Samuel from the tribe of Benjamin to lead the United Monarchy against the Philistine threat.

Zeruiah

Mother of Joab and sister of King David whose sons were the primary military leaders of Israel

The sister of King David and mother of his three most powerful military leaders, Joab, Abishai, and Asahel, during the United Monarchy.