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Kerethites
Facts:
The Kerethites were a people group who were probably part of the Philistines. Some versions write this name as "Cherethites."
- The "Kerethites and Pelethites" were a special group of soldiers from King David's army who were especially devoted to him as his bodyguards.
- Benaiah, son of Jehoiada, a member of David's administrative corps, was the leader of the Kerethites and Pelethites.
- The Kerethites remained with David when he had to flee Jerusalem because of Absalom's revolt.
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(See also: Absalom, Benaiah, David, Philistines)
Bible References:
Word Data:
- Strong's: H3774