Azmaveth

Archimandrite Nikifor’s Biblical Encyclopedia

(strong even unto death) — the name of persons mentioned in the following places of Holy Scripture: a) (2 Sam. 23:31; 1 Chron. 11:33) — one of David’s mighty men; b) (1 Chron. 8:36; 9:40) — a descendant of Saul; c) (1 Chron. 12:3) — father of Jeziel and Pelet, skilled archers who went over to David at Ziklag; d) (1 Chron. 27:25) — son of Adiel, appointed keeper of David’s royal treasuries.

Scripture cited

2 Kingdoms 23:31 1 Chronicles 11:33 1 Chronicles 8:36 1 Chronicles 12:3 1 Chronicles 27:25

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