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Nabal

Nabal in the Bible — the rich man of Maon, husband of Abigail (1SA 25:3). Nabal belonged to the tribe of Judah. Referenced in 3 scripture passages.

Name meaning: fool; senseless

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Gender
male
Tribe
Judah
Scripture References
3 references
Known Names
1 name
Relationships
2 connections

Names & Labels (1)

Nabalproper name
Hebrew
נָבָל
Transliteration
naval
Meaning
fool
Greek
Ναβαλ
Reference
1SA 25:3
Strong's
H5037

Family & Relationships (2)

descendant

Caleb(1SA 25:3)

husband

Abigail(1SA 25:3)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Nabal in the Bible?

Nabal is described in the Bible as the rich man of Maon, husband of Abigail (1SA 25:3). Nabal belonged to the tribe of Judah.

What does the name Nabal mean?

The name Nabal means “fool; senseless” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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