1.
An Assyrian word, meaning “the commander-in-chief.”
2.
One of Sennacherib’s messengers to Hezekiah (2 Kings 18:17).
3.
One of Sargon’s generals (Isa. 20:1).
Easton’s Bible Dictionary
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Name meaninga general (official title)
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