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Archer

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An archer is a person who shoots with a bow. Archers were used in hunting and warfare, and the bow can represent strength or military power.
Biblical Usage
Scripture mentions archers in battles involving Saul and the Philistines. Breaking the bow represents the removal of power, while strengthening the bow represents increased strength.
Scripture References
1 Chronicles 10:3 Genesis 21:20 Genesis 27:3 1 Samuel 31:3 Hosea 1:5 Jeremiah 49:35 Genesis 49:24 Isaiah 13:18 Jeremiah 50:9 Jeremiah 50:14 Jeremiah 50:29 Jeremiah 50:42