Ahimelech
Ahimelech the Hittite was one of David's warriors who accompanied him to Saul's camp while Saul was pursuing David.
The name Ahimelech means “my brother is a king; my king's brother”
MaleWarriorUnited Monarchy eraOld Testament1 book1 verse
Summary
A warrior living at the time of United Monarchy, only mentioned at 1 Samuel 26:6; only referred to as Ahimelech (אֲחִימֶ֫לֶךְ).
Glossary entries
Alternative names
- אֲחִימֶ֫לֶךְAhimelech
Mentions
- And David asked Ahimelech the Hittite and Abishai son of Zeruiah, Joab’s brother, “Who will go down with me to Saul in the camp?” “I will go with you,” answered Abishai.