Dictionary of Jewish Biography

ABISHAI

Abishai: translation

(fl. llth—10th cent, BCE)
Israelite general. He was commander of David's army. He fought heroically and once saved David's life in battle (II Samuel 21:16-17).

  1. abishai—Abishai translation Father of i.e. desirous of a gift the eldest son of Zeruiah Davids sister. He was the brother of Joab and Asahel Sam. Chr. . Abishai was the only o...Easton's Bible Dictionary