Bible Person

Abiezer

Meaning: father of help · Male · 3 cross references

This Abiezer entry refers to one of David's mighty warriors, not the Manassite clan ancestor already separately overridden. He belongs to the military circle through which David's kingdom is defended and organized. First appears in 2 Sam 23:27.1

AI summary: This Abiezer matters because the cross references present him among David's seasoned warriors and also in the formal command structure of the army. His place shows how the mighty men tradition overlaps with the durable institutions of the kingdom. Taken together, the material presents this Abiezer as a proven warrior whose service helps secure and organize David's rule.1

Central Figure

Abiezer

Meaning: father of help

One of David’s thirty warriors (2 Sam.