Amasai (1 Chronicles 12:18)
The name Amasai means “strong.” Amasai is mentioned in 1 verse of the Bible, first in 1 Chronicles 12:18.
Who was Amasai?
The leader of a body of men who joined David in the “stronghold,” probably of Adullam (1 Chr. 12:18).
Biography adapted from Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897), public domain, linked via Theographic Bible Metadata.
Key verses about Amasai
- 1 Chronicles 12:18
Then the spirit came upon Amasai, who was chief of the captains, and he said, Thine are we, David, and on thy side, thou son of Jesse: peace, peace be unto thee, and peace be to thine helpers; for thy God helpeth thee. Then David received them, and made them captains of the band.