כרתי
karathaya
adjective
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Probably from כרת (H3772) in the sense of executioner
probably from H3772 in the sense of executioner; (compare H2876) (only collectively in the singular as plural) a Kerethite or life-guardsman:—Cherethims, Cherethites.
Outline
- Cherethites = "executioners"
- a group of foreign mercenary soldiers serving as a bodyguard for king David; also executioners
- either Cretans or proto-Philistines (in general)