Hereth Summary
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The forest of Hereth was where David sought refuge when fleeing from King Saul (1Sa 22:5).
Hereth
PlaceForest where David hid from Saul
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- en Hereth
- en Hareth · Also called
- he חֶרֶת · H2802
- bg Херет
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Hereth Article
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The forest of Hereth was a place where David sought refuge when he was fleeing from King Saul (1Sa.22.5). After leaving the cave of Adullam, David went to Mizpeh of Moab, seeking protection for his parents. The prophet Gad then instructed David to leave Mizpeh and go to the land of Judah. David obeyed and came to the forest of Hereth. The exact location of this forest is unknown, but it was likely situated in the hill country of Judah, providing a suitable hideout for David and his men as they evaded Saul's pursuit.
Hareth Dictionary
Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)
Thicket, a wood in the mountains of Judah where David hid when pursued by Saul (1 Sam. 22:5). It was possibly while he was here that the memorable incident narrated in 2 Sam. 23:14-17, 1 Chr. 11:16-19 occurred. This place has not been identified, but perhaps it may be the modern Kharas, on the borders of the chain of mountains some 3 miles east of Keilah.
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