Abishai
Abishai was the eldest son of Zeruiah and a loyal commander among David’s mighty men. He fought in David’s wars, defended the king, and led part of the army during Absalom’s rebellion.
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Abishai, Or Abishai
Abishai was the eldest son of Zeruiah, David’s sister, and brother of Joab and Asahel. He was a devoted follower of David, a courageous warrior, and leader among David’s mighty men.
Abishalom
Abishalom is a variant form of Absalom. He is identified as the father or grandfather of Maacah, wife of Rehoboam and mother of Abijah.
Abishua
Abishua is the name of a descendant of Benjamin and of the son of Phinehas in the priestly genealogy. The latter was descended from Aaron.
Abishua, Or Abishua
Abishua is a personal name meaning “father of deliverance.” It is associated with the Old Testament name Abishua.
Abishur
Abishur was a descendant of Judah, son of Shammai, husband of Abihail, and father of sons recorded in the genealogy of Judah.
Abital
Abital was one of David’s wives. She was the mother of Shephatiah, one of the sons born to David at Hebron.
Abitub
Abitub was a descendant of Benjamin and son of Shaharaim and Hushim. He is also rendered Ahitub in some versions.
Abiud
Abiud was a descendant of Zerubbabel named in the genealogy of Jesus Christ in Matthew’s Gospel.
ABJECT
A person of very low or despised social standing, described as one of the “smitten ones” or rabble.
Abjects
“Abjects” refers to people who attack or slander another person, especially through hostile speech. The term is used in the setting of opposition against the psalmist.
ABLE
To have power, strength, capacity, or sufficient qualification to do something. The word may refer to ability, permission, or the absence of obstacles.
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