Overview
Zilthai appears in the biblical record as a military leader from the tribe of Benjamin who rallied to David's side during a critical period in his life. His involvement demonstrates the growing support David received even from Saul's own tribe, showing how God was providentially gathering loyal followers around His chosen king.
Key Scriptures
"And of the Gadites there separated themselves unto David into the hold in the wilderness men of might, and men of war fit for the battle, that could handle shield and spear; whose faces were like the faces of lions, and were as swift as the roes upon the mountains" (1 Chronicles 12:8, KJV). "These are they that went over Jordan in the first month, when it had overflown all his banks; and they put to flight all them of the valleys, both toward the east, and toward the west" (1 Chronicles 12:15, KJV).
Application
Zilthai's decision to support David reminds us that God often calls believers to take courageous stands for His purposes, even when circumstances appear uncertain or opposition seems strong.