Bible Figure
Abidan
human male biblical figure in Numbers 1:11 &c, judge, son of Gideoni
Abidan son of Gideoni was the tribal leader of Benjamin during Israel's wilderness period.
Biography
Numbers identifies Abidan son of Gideoni as the representative or leader of the tribe of Benjamin at the census in the wilderness. He assisted with the numbering of the people, presented Benjamin's offering at the dedication of the tabernacle altar, and is named as commander of Benjamin's tribal division in the marching order. Scripture provides no separate personal narrative.
Biblical Significance
Abidan represents Benjamin in the ordered organization of Israel around the tabernacle during the wilderness journey.