Which of David's generals killed the rebel Sheba son of Bikri, or rather, received his head from a wise woman of a city?
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Correct answer: Joab
A wise woman in the city of Abel Beth Maakah persuaded the people to throw Sheba's head over the wall to Joab to save their city.
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