Bible Person

Ahimelech

Meaning: my brother is a king; my king's brother · Male · 1 cross reference

This Ahimelech entry refers to the Hittite companion of David mentioned alongside Abishai, not to the priest of Nob. He belongs to the martial circle surrounding David during his conflict with Saul. First appears in 1 Sam 26:6.1

AI summary: This Ahimelech matters because his single cross reference places him beside David at a tense nighttime moment when the king refuses to seize Saul by force. His presence helps widen the circle of named loyalists around David beyond the most familiar figures. Taken together, the material presents this Ahimelech as a supporting companion in David's wilderness struggle.1

Central Figure

Ahimelech

Meaning: my brother is a king; my king's brother