Abiathar

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Abiathar was a high priest for the nation of Israel during the time of King David.

  • When King Saul killed the priests, Abiathar escaped and went to David in the wilderness.
  • Abiathar and another high priest named Zadok served David faithfully throughout his reign.
  • After David’s death, Abiathar helped Adonijah try to become king instead of Solomon.
  • Because of this, King Solomon removed Abiathar from the priesthood.

(See also: Zadok, Saul (OT), David, Solomon, Adonijah)

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