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Bear
        1Sa 17:34; 2Sa 17:8 The Syrian bear, Ursus syriacus, which is without doubt the animal mentioned in the Bible, is still found on the higher mountains of Israel. During the summer months these bears keep to the snowy parts of Lebanon, but descend in winter to the villages and Gardens. It is probable also that at this period in former days they extended their visits to other parts of Israel.


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Smith, William, Dr "Meaning and Definition for 'bear' in Smiths Bible Dictionary".
bible-history.com - Smith's; 1901.

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