lance, shield, spear, target
“Shield” From Boyd’s Bible Dictionary:
(cover). A defensive piece of armor, varying in size and shape, and made of skin or metal. Worn on left arm. Metaphorically, divine protection (Judg. 5:8; 1 Kings 10:17; Psa. 3:3).
“Spear” From Boyd’s Bible Dictionary:
(spar). In general, a wooden staff with a sharp metallic head. Some were light for throwing, others long and heavy for attack either by footmen or horsemen (1 Sam. 13:22; 17:7; 26:7; 2 Sam. 2:23).
“Target” From Boyd’s Bible Dictionary:
(shield). A small shield is meant, and not a target or mark in a modern sense (1 Sam. 17:6). In the margin it is called “gorget,” which was a defensive piece of armor, in the days of chivalry, used to protect the joint or opening between the helmet and cuirass.
“Lance (Kidon)” From Concise Bible Dictionary:
A light spear that could be thrown at an enemy (Jer. 50:42).
Lance Point – 1800s (Central or East Africa)
Roman Gladiator Holding Lance (modern drawing)
“Shield of Faith” From Concise Bible Dictionary:
That confidence in God and in His word that nullifies all the attacks of the wicked one (Eph. 6:16).
“Spears” From Concise Bible Dictionary:
See ARMS.
“Target” From Concise Bible Dictionary:
A shield (1 Kings 10:16; 2 Chron. 9:15; 2 Chron. 14:8). In 1 Samuel 17:6 a small spear is probably intended: the RV. has “javelin.” See ARMOR.
Strong’s Dictionary of Hebrew Words:
Meaning:
from the same as 3589; properly, something to strike with, i.e. a dart (perhaps smaller that 2595)
KJV Usage:
lance, shield, spear, target