Goliath
Goliath is a legendary figure from the biblical narrative, known as the giant warrior of the Philistines who famously challenged the Israelites to single combat. His story is primarily recounted in the first Book of Samuel, where he is defeated by the young shepherd David, who uses a sling and a stone to strike him down. Goliath's defeat symbolizes the triumph of faith and courage over brute strength, making him an enduring symbol of the struggles between seemingly insurmountable odds and the underdog. His character continues to be referenced in various cultural and literary contexts, representing the idea of facing giants in one’s life.
Born on Jun 15, 1890 (135 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Austria | 2 | 5.00 | 0.11% | +0% | 9,006,398 | 10,293 | $450,000 | 514$ |
| Totals | 2 | 9,006,398 | 10,293 | $450,000 | 514$ |
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Austria:
Goliath is referenced as a giant in the context of the David versus Goliath metaphor.
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Austria:
Goliath is referenced as a giant in the context of the David versus Goliath metaphor.
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Ecuador:
Goliath is a Galápagos tortoise from the Miami Zoo that could be recognized by the Guinness World Records as the oldest first-time father in history.
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Dominican Republic:
Goliath is a Galápagos tortoise who celebrated his 135th birthday and became a father for the first time.
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Jamaica:
Goliath was challenging the Israelite army, but no one was willing to face him.
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Spain:
Goliath fled Haiti due to threats to his life and is now terrified of being deported.
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United States:
David used a sling and stone to defeat the giant Goliath.
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