Abner

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Definition

Abner was a cousin of King Saul in the Old Testament.

Abner was the chief commander of Saul’s army, and introduced young David to Saul after David killed Goliath the giant.
After King Saul’s death, Abner appointed Saul’s son Ishbosheth as king in Israel, while David was appointed king in Judah.
Later, Abner was treacherously killed by David’s chief commander, Joab.

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Bible References

1 Chronicles 26:26-28
1 Kings 2:5-6
1 Kings 2:32
1 Samuel 17:55-56
2 Samuel 3:22

Word Data

Strong’s: H0074

In other dictionaries

Read “Abner” in the 4 dictionaries

AbnerEaston’s Bible Dictionary & Webster’s 1828 Dictionary
AbnerInternational Standard Bible Encyclopedia
AbnerSmith’s Bible Dictionary
AbnerDictionnaire historique et critique de la Bible
AbnerDictionnaire encyclopédique de la Bible

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