Reuben, a son of Jacob

The shepherd's rod was not for the sheep — it was for predators. The staff was for guiding and steadying the sheep on narrow paths. David walks through the valley of the shadow of death and takes comfort not in the absence of danger, but in the presence of the shepherd's tools. God is equipped for what lies ahead of you.

Menashsheh, a grandson of Jacob, also the tribe descended from him, and its territory

Strength, wealth, army, force. Chayil. A woman of chayil. Not just moral goodness but active powerful capability in every area of life.

To lift up, to bear, to forgive. Nasa. God lifts the weight of guilt. He carries what we cannot carry.

Shield, buckler. Magen. The LORD God is a sun and shield. He both illuminates the path and protects the traveller walking on it.

Bow, rainbow. Qesheth. I set my bow in the cloud as a sign of the covenant. The warrior's bow laid down. God promises never to destroy the earth again.

War, battle, conflict. Milchamah. The battle belongs to the LORD. When you face your giants remember God has already won the battle on your behalf.

a hundred; also as a multiplicative and a fraction

To go out, to come out, to bring out. Yatsa. God brought Israel out of Egypt. He brings us out of every form of bondage with a mighty hand.

Host, army, warfare. Tsaba. The LORD of hosts. The commander of angel armies. His forces are beyond counting.