Who was Abinadab?
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Abinadab is mentioned in the Hebrew Bible as the son of Jesse, the father of Eleazar and the grandfather of King David. He was one of Jesse's eight sons, seven of whom were chosen to present themselves to King Saul as potential replacements for Saul as king of Israel. Abinadab is not mentioned in any other biblical accounts, and his exact role in biblical history remains unknown.
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- Name meaning
- Father of Nobility
- Name origin
- Hebrew
- Role
- Unknown
- First mention
- 1 Samuel 7:1
- Appearances in the Bible
- 12 mentions
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Who was Abinadab in the Bible?
Abinadab is mentioned in the Hebrew Bible as the son of Jesse, the father of Eleazar and the grandfather of King David. He was one of Jesse's eight sons, seven of whom were chosen to present themselves to King Saul as potential replacements for Saul as king of Israel. Abinadab is not mentioned in any other biblical accounts, and his exact role in biblical history remains unknown.
What does the name Abinadab mean?
The name Abinadab means “Father of Nobility”. Origin: Hebrew.
Where is Abinadab first mentioned in the Bible?
Abinadab is first mentioned in 1 Samuel 7:1.
How many times is Abinadab mentioned in the Bible?
Number of mentions in the Bible: 12.
Who were the parents of Abinadab?
Parents: Jesse.
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