What was the name of the giant-descendant whom Abishai killed to save David’s life during a battle with the Philistines?
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Correct answer: Ishbi-Benob
Ishbi-Benob, a descendant of Rapha, wielded a bronze spear weighing three hundred shekels and nearly killed the exhausted David in battle, but Abishai came to David's rescue and struck the giant down.
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