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His name appears in the context of the descendants of Manasseh, one of the sons of Joseph, who was one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The name "Zillthai" is of Hebrew origin, and while its exact meaning is not definitively known, it is often associated with the idea of "my shadow" or "my protection."<br><br><b>Biblical Reference:</b><br><br>Zillthai is mentioned in <a href="/1_chronicles/12-20.htm">1 Chronicles 12:20</a>, where he is listed among the warriors who joined David at Ziklag. The passage reads: "When David went to Ziklag, some of the men of Manasseh defected to him. They were Adnah, Jozabad, Jediael, Michael, Jozabad, Elihu, and Zillthai, commanders of thousands in Manasseh." <br><br><b>Context and Significance:</b><br><br>The context of Zillthai's mention is significant in understanding the political and military landscape of Israel during the time of King Saul and David. Ziklag was a Philistine town given to David by Achish, the king of Gath, during the period when David was fleeing from King Saul. It became a place of refuge and a base of operations for David and his men.<br><br>The defection of Zillthai and other warriors from the tribe of Manasseh to David at Ziklag is indicative of the growing support for David as the rightful king of Israel, even before Saul's death. This support from various tribes, including Manasseh, highlights the recognition of David's leadership and God's anointing upon him as the future king.<br><br>Zillthai, as a commander of thousands, would have been a person of considerable influence and military prowess. His decision to join David reflects a commitment to the divinely ordained leadership of David and a willingness to align with God's purposes for Israel. This act of allegiance would have contributed to the consolidation of David's power and the eventual unification of the tribes under his kingship.<br><br><b>Theological Implications:</b><br><br>From a theological perspective, the inclusion of Zillthai in the biblical narrative underscores the theme of divine providence and the fulfillment of God's promises. The gathering of warriors and leaders around David, including those from the tribe of Manasseh, illustrates the unfolding of God's plan for Israel's monarchy. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of faithfulness and discernment in recognizing and supporting God's chosen leaders.<br><br>Zillthai's role, though briefly mentioned, is part of the larger tapestry of God's redemptive history, where individuals and tribes play their part in the establishment of a kingdom that foreshadows the ultimate reign of Christ, the Son of David.<a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Zillthai (1 Occurrence)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_chronicles/12-20.htm">1 Chronicles 12:20</a></span><br />In his going unto Ziglag there have fallen unto him of Manasseh, Adnah, and Jozabad, and Jediael, and Michael, and Jozabad, and Elihu, and <span class="boldtext">Zillthai</span>, heads of the thousands that 'are' of Manasseh;<br /><span class="source">(YLT)</span><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/z/zillthai.htm"><span class="l"><b>Zillthai</b> (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Multi-Version Concordance <b>Zillthai</b> (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 12:20 In<br> his going unto Ziglag there have fallen unto him of Manasseh <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/z/zillthai.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/z/zilpah.htm"><span class="l">Zilpah (7 Occurrences)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/z/zilpah.htm - 9k</font><p><a href="/topical/z/ziglag.htm"><span class="l">Ziglag (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> In his going unto Ziglag there have fallen unto him of Manasseh, Adnah, and Jozabad,<br> and Jediael, and Michael, and Jozabad, and Elihu, and <b>Zillthai</b>, heads of <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/z/ziglag.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/z/zil'lethai.htm"><span class="l">Zil'lethai (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br>Zil'lethai. Zillethai, Zil'lethai. <b>Zillthai</b> . Multi-Version Concordance <b>...</b> (See<br> RSV). Zillethai, Zil'lethai. <b>Zillthai</b> . 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