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Abigail
Abigail in the Bible — the Carmelitess (1SA 25:3). Referenced in 4 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “the father's joy”
Profile
- Gender
- female
- Scripture References
- 4 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 3 connections
Biography
The intelligent and beautiful wife of the wealthy but foolish Nabal. When Nabal refused to help David and his men, Abigail wisely intervened with generous provisions, preventing David from taking vengeance. After Nabal's sudden death, she became David's wife and bore him a son, Chileab.
Significance
Abigail exemplifies godly wisdom, discernment, and courage in crisis. Her intervention saved her household and kept David from sinning, demonstrating how a wise woman builds her house.
Key Events
Intervened to prevent David's vengeance(1 Samuel 25:18-35)
Nabal died after hearing of her actions(1 Samuel 25:37-38)
Became David's wife(1 Samuel 25:39-42)
Bore Chileab to David(2 Samuel 3:3)
Names & Labels (1)
Abigailproper name
- Hebrew
- אֲבִגָיִל
- Transliteration
- avigayil
- Meaning
- [my] father rejoices or father [cause] of joy
- Greek
- Αβιγαια
- Reference
- 1SA 25:3
- Strong's
- H26
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Abigail in the Bible?
Abigail is described in the Bible as the Carmelitess (1SA 25:3).
What does the name Abigail mean?
The name Abigail means “the father's joy” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.