Bible Dictionary
Abimelech
Abimelech was a title or name used by Philistine kings, including rulers who dealt with Abraham and Isaac. It is also the name of Gideon’s son, who seized power and was later killed at Thebez.
Biblical Usage
The Philistine Abimelechs dealt with Abraham and Isaac at Gerar and made covenants at Beersheba. Gideon’s son Abimelech seized power, murdered his brothers, and died at Thebez. The title in Psalm 34 is associated with Achish of Gath.
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