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Abiathar
Definition:
Abiathar was a high priest for the nation of Israel during the time of King David.
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When King Saul killed the priests, Abiathar escaped and went to David in the wilderness.
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Abiathar and another high priest named Zadok served David faithfully throughout his reign.
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After David's death, Abiathar helped Adonijah try to become king instead of Solomon.
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Because of this, King Solomon removed Abiathar from the priesthood.
(See also: ../other/zadok.md, ../other/saul.md, ../other/david.md, ../other/solomon.md, ../other/adonijah.md)