# archer #

## Definition: ##

The term "archer" refers to a man who is skilled at using a bow and arrow as a weapon.

* In the Bible, an archer is usually a soldier who uses a bow and arrow to fight in an army.
* Archers were an important part of the Assyrian military force.
* Some languages might have a term for this, such as "bow-man."

(See also: [[../other/assyria.md]])

## Bible References: ##

* [1 Samuel 31:1-3](en/tn/1sa/help/31/01)
* [2 Chronicles 35:23-24](en/tn/2ch/help/35/23)
* [Genesis 21:19-21](en/tn/gen/help/21/19)
* [Isaiah 21:16-17](en/tn/isa/help/21/16)
* [Job 16:13-14](en/tn/job/help/16/13)
* [Proverbs 26:9-10](en/tn/pro/help/26/09)