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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

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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.

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