Who was Abigail?

Wise peacemaker in a crisis.

The story of Abigail

Abigail - Abigail held the position of wife of Nabal.
Abigail - Abigail held the position of wife of Nabal.
Abigail held the position of wife of Nabal.

Abigail was a woman in the Hebrew Bible, known for her wisdom and beauty. She was the wife of Nabal, a wealthy but surly man. When David, the future king of Israel, was fleeing from King Saul and was in need of provisions, Abigail convinced her husband to give David and his men food and supplies. After Nabal died, David married Abigail and she became one of his wives. In the Bible, she is described as a wise woman who used her wit and charm to prevent conflict and protect those in need.

Name meaning

"my father's joy"

Name origin

Hebrew

Role

Abigail held the position of wife of Nabal.

First mention

1 Samuel 25:3

Appearances in the Bible

17 mentions

Family

Relatives of Abigail

Abigail in the Bible

Explore all 8 chapters where Abigail appears

1 Samuel

Chapter 25

Death of Samuel

Samuel dies, and David mourns his loss.

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1 Samuel

Chapter 27

David Joins the Philistines

David joins forces with the Philistines, but is met with suspicion by their leaders.

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1 Samuel

Chapter 30

David's Victory Over the Amalekites

David leads his men in a victorious battle against the Amalekites, rescuing their families and possessions.

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2 Samuel

Chapter 2

David's Victory Over the House of Saul

David defeats the remnants of Saul's family and consolidates his rule over all of Israel.

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2 Samuel

Chapter 3

The Rise of Absalom

Absalom, David's son, begins to rebel against his father and gains a following.

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2 Samuel

Chapter 17

Hushai's Aid to David

Hushai aids David in his flight from Absalom and provides counsel to him.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 2

Genealogy of David

A genealogy of each of the twelve tribes of Israel, detailing their family lineages and populations.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 3

Sons of David

A genealogy of each of the twelve tribes of Israel, detailing their family lineages and populations.

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