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Abiathar

Definition:

Abiathar was a high priest for the nation of Israel during the time of King David.

  • When King Saul killed the priests, Abiathar escaped and went to David in the wilderness.

  • Abiathar and another high priest named Zadok served David faithfully throughout his reign.

  • After David's death, Abiathar helped Adonijah try to become king instead of Solomon.

  • Because of this, King Solomon removed Abiathar from the priesthood.

    (See also: other/zadok, other/saul, other/david, other/solomon, other/adonijah)

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