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shield

Definition

A shield is an object held by a soldier in battle to protect himself from flying arrows and other forms of attack by an enemy. To shield someone means to protect that person from harm.

• Shields could be different shapes, but often were circular or oval.
• They were made of sturdy materials such as leather, wood, or metal that could withstand piercing by a sword or arrow.
• Using this term as a metaphor, the Bible refers to God as a protective shield for his people.
• Paul also talks about the "shield of faith" which protects believers from spiritual attacks from Satan.