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Abimelech(3)

Abimelech in the Bible — son of Jerubbesheth (2SA 11:21). Referenced in 2 scripture passages.

Name meaning: father of the king

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Gender
male
Scripture References
2 references
Known Names
1 name
Relationships
1 connection

Names & Labels (1)

Abimelechproper name
Hebrew
אֲבִימֶלֶךְ
Transliteration
aviymelekh
Meaning
[my] father is king or [my] father is Molech
Greek
Αβιμελεχ
Reference
2SA 11:21
Strong's
H40

Family & Relationships (1)

son

Jerubbesheth(2SA 11:21)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Abimelech in the Bible?

Abimelech is described in the Bible as son of Jerubbesheth (2SA 11:21).

What does the name Abimelech mean?

The name Abimelech means “father of the king” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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