Bible Dictionary
Abiathar
Abiathar was a priest who escaped Saul’s slaughter of the priests at Nob and joined David, serving with him during his reign. He later supported Adonijah’s claim to the throne and was removed from the priesthood by Solomon.
Biblical Usage
Abiathar served as David’s priest and used the ephod in seeking answers from the Lord. He shared responsibility with Zadok for the priestly service and the bringing of the ark to Jerusalem. He remained loyal to David during Absalom’s rebellion but later joined Adonijah. His priestly functions included superintendence of the ark, sacrifices, and related services.
Scripture References
1 Samuel 22:20-23
1 Samuel 23:6
1 Samuel 30:7
1 Chronicles 15:11
1 Kings 2:26
1 Chronicles 27:34
1 Kings 4:4
1 Samuel 2:30-36
1 Kings 1:19
1 Kings 2:27
Mark 2:26
1 Samuel 22
Leviticus 24:9
1 Samuel 22:1
1 Samuel 23:9
2 Samuel 2:1
2 Samuel 5:19
2 Samuel 2:1-3
2 Samuel 15:24
2 Samuel 15:29
2 Samuel 15:35
2 Samuel 15:36
2 Samuel 17:15-17
2 Samuel 19:11
1 Chronicles 12:28