Cherethites

Definition

The Cherethites were a people group who were probably part of the Philistines. Some versions write this name as “Kerethites.”

• The “Cherethites 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 Cherethites and Pelethites.
• The Cherethites 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

• Zephaniah 2:5

Word Data

• Strong’s: H3774