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# shield
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## Definition
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A shield is an object held by a soldier in battle to protect himself from flying arrows and other forms of attack by an enemy. To shield someone means to protect that person from harm.
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* Shields could be different shapes, but often were circular or oval.
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* They were made of sturdy materials such as leather, wood, or metal that could withstand piercing by a sword or arrow.
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* Using this term as a metaphor, the Bible refers to God as a protective shield for his people.
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* Paul also talks about the "shield of faith" which protects believers from spiritual attacks from Satan.
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