Asahel
Asahel is a male given name of Hebrew origin, from components that are commonly understood to mean “God has made” or “made by God.” In the Hebrew Bible, the most prominent bearer is Asahel, a son of Zeruiah, who is David’s sister, making Asahel David’s nephew and brother to Joab and Abishai. In 1 Chronicles 2:16 he is listed as one of Zeruiah’s three sons.
In the biblical narrative, Asahel is described as fleet of foot and a capable warrior in David’s
Asahel’s death has significant narrative and political consequences. It removes a swift ally from David’s faction
The figure of Asahel is thus notable for his described swiftness, his place in the family of