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Abiathar
Abiathar in the Bible — son of Ahimelech, the priest (1SA 22:20), counselor to David (1CH 27:34). Abiathar belonged to the tribe of Levi. Referenced in 4 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “excellent father; father of the remnant”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Tribe
- Levi
- Scripture References
- 4 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 3 connections
Names & Labels (1)
Abiatharproper name
- Hebrew
- אֶבְיָתָ֑ר
- Transliteration
- avəiyatar
- Meaning
- [my] father gives abundance or the father is preeminent
- Greek
- Ἀβιαθάρ
- Reference
- 1SA 22:20
- Strong's
- H54
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Abiathar in the Bible?
Abiathar is described in the Bible as son of Ahimelech, the priest (1SA 22:20), counselor to David (1CH 27:34). Abiathar belonged to the tribe of Levi.
What does the name Abiathar mean?
The name Abiathar means “excellent father; father of the remnant” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.