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Barzillai

People's Dictionary of the Bible

Barzillai (bär-zĭl'la-î or lâi), iron, of iron. 1. A Gileadite, distinguished for his hospitality and liberality towards David during the revolt of Absalom. 2 Samuel 17:27; 2 Samuel 19:31-39; 1 Kings 2:7. 2. The father of Adriel. 1 Samuel 18:19; 2 Samuel 21:8. 3. One of the priests. Ezra 2:61; Nehemiah 7:63.

Bibliography Information
Rice, Edwin Wilbur, DD. Entry for 'Barzillai'. People's Dictionary of the Bible. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​rpd/​b/barzillai.html. 1893.