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Joab leads the assault on Jerusalem and becomes commander of David's army.
1CH.11.6

And David said, Whosoever smiteth the Jebusites first shall be chief and captain. So Joab the son of Zeruiah went first up, and was chief. {chief: Heb. head}

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Joab

Joab was David's nephew and the commander of his army. A skilled warrior, he led many victories but also committed ruthless acts, including killing Abner and Absalom against David's wishes. He was eventually executed under Solomon's orders for his treachery.

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Journey Timeline

  1. Military Risec. 1003 BC

    Jerusalem

    Joab leads the assault on Jerusalem and becomes commander of David's army.

    1CH 11:6

  2. Kills Abnerc. 1003 BC

    Hebron

    Joab murders Abner in revenge for killing his brother Asahel.

    2SA 3:27

  3. Uriah's Murderc. 980 BC

    Jerusalem

    Joab carries out David's orders to have Uriah killed in battle.

    2SA 11:14-17

  4. Kills Absalomc. 976 BC

    Jerusalem

    Joab kills Absalom against David's explicit command to spare him.

    2SA 18:14

  5. Supports Adonijahc. 970 BC

    Jerusalem

    Joab backs Adonijah's attempt to seize the throne from Solomon.

    1KI 1:7

  6. Deathc. 970 BC

    Jerusalem

    Solomon has Joab executed at the altar for his murders.

    1KI 2:28-34

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