# archer

## Definition:

The term "archer" refers to a man who is skilled at using a bow and arrow as a weapon.

* In the Bible, an archer is usually a soldier who uses a bow and arrow to fight in an army.
* Archers were an important part of the Assyrian military force.
* Some languages might have a term for this, such as "bow-man."

(See also: [Assyria](../names/assyria.md))

## Bible References:

* [1 Samuel 31:1-3](rc://en/tn/help/1sa/31/01)
* [2 Chronicles 35:23-24](rc://en/tn/help/2ch/35/23)
* [Genesis 21:20](rc://en/tn/help/gen/21/20)
* [Isaiah 21:16-17](rc://en/tn/help/isa/21/16)
* [Job 16:13](rc://en/tn/help/job/16/13)
* [Proverbs 26:9-10](rc://en/tn/help/pro/26/09)

## Word Data:

* Strong's: H1167, H1869, H2671, H3384, H7199, H7228

## Forms Found in the English ULB

archer, archers