Bible Figure
Jonathan
male human biblical figure in 2 Samuel 15:27, son of Abiathar
Jonathan son of Abiathar was a priestly messenger who served David during Absalom's rebellion and later reported Adonijah's failure to become king.
Biography
During Absalom's rebellion, David sent the priests Zadok and Abiathar back to Jerusalem, while their sons Ahimaaz and Jonathan served as messengers. They carried intelligence from Hushai to David despite being discovered and pursued. In 1 Kings 1 Jonathan later arrived at Adonijah's feast with news that David had made Solomon king, abruptly ending Adonijah's celebration.
Biblical Significance
Jonathan played a quiet but important communications role in two royal succession crises. His faithful delivery of intelligence helped David survive Absalom's revolt and documented Solomon's legitimate accession.