Nephew of David and the commander of his army — brilliant, ruthless, and fiercely loyal to the throne if not always to David's wishes. He killed Abner and Absalom against David's orders and arranged Uriah's death at David's command. He was finally executed under Solomon for his bloodshed.
Relationships
RelativeDavidUncle, whom he served as army commander
Key Scripture AppearancesKJV
2 Samuel 3:27
And when Abner was returned to Hebron, Joab took him aside in the gate to speak with him quietly, and smote him there under the fifth rib, that he died, for the blood of Asahel his brother.2 Samuel 3:27, KJV
2 Samuel 11:14
And it came to pass in the morning, that David wrote a letter to Joab, and sent it by the hand of Uriah.2 Samuel 11:14, KJV
2 Samuel 18:14
Then said Joab, I may not tarry thus with thee. And he took three darts in his hand, and thrust them through the heart of Absalom, while he was yet alive in the midst of the oak.2 Samuel 18:14, KJV
1 Kings 2:34
So Benaiah the son of Jehoiada went up, and fell upon him, and slew him: and he was buried in his own house in the wilderness.1 Kings 2:34, KJV
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