Abner, Abner's

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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.