In the context of the Bible, the term "general" is not explicitly used as it is in modern military terminology. However, the concept of military leadership and command is prevalent throughout the Scriptures, particularly in the narratives of the Old Testament. The role of a military leader or commander is often associated with figures who led the Israelites in battle, under the guidance and command of God.

Old Testament Context

1. Joshua: One of the most prominent military leaders in the Bible is Joshua, the successor of Moses. Joshua is depicted as a faithful servant of God who led the Israelites into the Promised Land. His military campaigns are detailed in the Book of Joshua, where he is portrayed as a strategic and divinely guided leader. Joshua 1:9 states, "Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go."

2. Gideon: Another significant military leader is Gideon, who is called by God to deliver Israel from the oppression of the Midianites. Despite his initial hesitance, Gideon leads a small army to victory, emphasizing the theme that success in battle comes from reliance on God rather than sheer numbers or strength. Judges 7:7 records, "The LORD said to Gideon, 'With the three hundred men who lapped I will save you and give the Midianites into your hand. Let all the others go home.'"

3. David: King David, before his reign, was a renowned military leader. His victory over Goliath is one of the most famous biblical accounts of military prowess and faith. David's leadership is marked by his reliance on God's guidance, as seen in 1 Samuel 17:45 : "But David said to the Philistine, 'You come against me with sword and spear and javelin, but I come against you in the name of the LORD of Hosts, the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have defied.'"

4. Joab: As the commander of King David's army, Joab played a crucial role in many of David's military campaigns. He is a complex figure, known for his loyalty to David but also for his ruthless actions. Joab's military acumen is evident in various battles, and his account is interwoven with the political and military history of David's reign.

New Testament Context

While the New Testament does not focus on military leaders in the same way as the Old Testament, the concept of spiritual warfare is prevalent. The Apostle Paul uses military imagery to describe the Christian life, urging believers to put on the "full armor of God" (Ephesians 6:11) to stand against spiritual adversaries.

Spiritual Leadership

The Bible often draws parallels between physical and spiritual leadership, emphasizing qualities such as courage, faith, and obedience to God. The role of a leader, whether in a military or spiritual context, is to guide others in accordance with God's will, demonstrating reliance on divine strength rather than human power.

In summary, while the term "general" is not directly used in the Bible, the Scriptures provide numerous examples of military leaders who exemplify the principles of faith, obedience, and divine guidance. These leaders serve as models for both physical and spiritual leadership, highlighting the importance of trusting in God's sovereignty in all endeavors.

How Brother Juniper Took Certain Little Bells from the Altar, and ...
... So he returned, and in great wrath took the frontal, and carried it to the general,
who was at Assisi, saying: "Father general, I demand justice on Brother ...
/.../the little flowers of st francis of assisi/chapter v how brother juniper.htm

A Description of the Roman Armies and Roman Camps and of Other ...
... the camp within into streets, very conveniently, and place the tents of the commanders
in the middle; but in the very midst of all is the general's own tent ...
/.../chapter 5 a description of.htm

The New Song
... The general's cautious eye marks that there the left wing has driven the adversary
back, but for that right wing bring up the reserves, let not the ranks be ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 9 1863/the new song.htm

Special Efforts
... The Adjutant was quite a marvel in the conception of a big thing and the ability
to carry it out.' As for the general rank and file, they bubble and burst with ...
/.../carpenter/the angel adjutant of twice born men/vi special efforts.htm

An unconscionable time a-dying
... of how the veterans mutinied in the German wilderness; of how they mobbed Germanicus,
clamouring to go home; and of how, seizing their general's hand, these old ...
/.../stevenson/a christmas sermon/an unconscionable time a-dying.htm

Naaman the Syrian
... one of his household. I can imagine that one day, as she was waiting on
the general's wife, she noticed her weeping. Her heart was ...
//christianbookshelf.org/moody/men of the bible/iii naaman the syrian.htm

But I First Say a Word Also About the Crown Itself. ...
... its face to be? It takes place first in the part of the camp where the
general's tent is, and then in the temples. In addition to ...
/.../tertullian/the chaplet or de corona/chapter xii but i first.htm

The Faithful Servant
... There they laid the twisted old burden before the young general and shamelessly
told how he, thrice the age of the vanquished men, had finished them with ...
/.../miller/the city of delight/chapter xxi the faithful servant.htm

Salvation Army Publications
... SALVATION ARMY PUBLICATIONS. BY THE GENERAL Salvation Soldiery. ... Illustrated. Cloth,
Gilt Edges, 2s.6d.; Cloth, 1s.6d.; Paper, 1s. The General's Letters. ...
/.../howard/standards of life and service/salvation army publications.htm

Third Tractate. On Providence (2).
... The Universe has been ordered by a Providence that may be compared to a general;
he has considered operations, conditions and such practical needs as food and ...
/.../plotinus/the six enneads/third tractate on providence 2.htm

General's (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance General's (1 Occurrence). Matthew 27:28 Stripping off
His garments, they put on Him a general's short crimson cloak. (WEY). ...
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Pretorium (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) The general's tent in a Roman camp; hence,
a council of war, because held in the general's tent. ...
/p/pretorium.htm - 6k

Judgment (430 Occurrences)
... is rendered "Praetorium" (qv), which is a Latin word, meaning literally the residence
of the praetor, and then the governor's residence in general, though not ...
/j/judgment.htm - 52k

Hall (30 Occurrences)
... Standard Revised Version renders uniformly "Praetorium." The word originally meant
the headquarters in the Roman camp, the space where the general's tent stood ...
/h/hall.htm - 19k

Garments (232 Occurrences)
... behold, now ye have heard the blasphemy: (ASV YLT). Matthew 27:28 Stripping off
His garments, they put on Him a general's short crimson cloak. (WEY). ...
/g/garments.htm - 37k

Generate (1 Occurrence)

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Generals (2 Occurrences)

/g/generals.htm - 7k

Garment (143 Occurrences)
... garment. (WEY DBY YLT). Matthew 27:28 Stripping off His garments, they put
on Him a general's short crimson cloak. (Root in WEY DBY). ...
/g/garment.htm - 37k

Praetorian (2 Occurrences)
... 3. View of Mommsen and Ramsay: One of the meanings of "praetorium" is a council
of war, the officers who met in the general's tent (see PRAETORIUM). ...
/p/praetorian.htm - 15k

Praetorium (8 Occurrences)
... It denotes (1) the general's tent or headquarters; (2) the governor's residence,
as in Acts 23:35 (RV, "palace"); and (3) the praetorian guard (see PALACE), or ...
/p/praetorium.htm - 14k

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