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405 B
spear
Definition
A spear is a weapon with a long handle and sharp blade on one end that is thrown a long distance.
- Spears were commonly used for war in biblical times. They are sometimes still used in conflicts between people groups.
- A spear was used by a Roman soldier to pierce the side of Jesus while he hung on the cross.
- Sometimes people throw spears to catch fish or other prey to eat.