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Ahithophel
Ahithophel in the Bible — David's counselor, the Gilonite (2SA 15:12, 1CH 27:32). Referenced in 2 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “brother of ruin or folly”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Scripture References
- 2 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 1 connection
Names & Labels (1)
Ahithophelproper name
- Hebrew
- אֲחִיתֹפֶל
- Transliteration
- achiytofel
- Meaning
- [poss.] [my] brother is in the desert or [my] brother is foolishness
- Greek
- Αχιτοφελ
- Reference
- 2SA 15:12
- Strong's
- H302
Family & Relationships (1)
father
Eliam(2SA 23:34)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Ahithophel in the Bible?
Ahithophel is described in the Bible as David's counselor, the Gilonite (2SA 15:12, 1CH 27:32).
What does the name Ahithophel mean?
The name Ahithophel means “brother of ruin or folly” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.