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Zadok and Abiathar were the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/2_samuel/20.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />and Sheva was secretary; and Zadok and Abiathar were priests;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/2_samuel/20.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Sheva was the scribe; Zadok and Abiathar were priests;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/2_samuel/20.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And Sheva <i>was</i> scribe: and Zadok and Abiathar <i>were</i> the priests:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/2_samuel/20.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Sheva <i>was</i> scribe; Zadok and Abiathar <i>were</i> the priests;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/2_samuel/20.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />and Sheva was scribe, and Zadok and Abiathar were priests;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/2_samuel/20.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />and Sheva was scribe, and Zadok and Abiathar were priests;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/2_samuel/20.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />and Sheva was scribe, and Zadok and Abiathar were priests;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/2_samuel/20.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />and Sheva <i>was</i> scribe, and Zadok and Abiathar <i>were</i> priests;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/2_samuel/20.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Sheva was the scribe; and Zadok and Abiathar were priests;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/2_samuel/20.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Sheva was court secretary; Zadok and Abiathar were priests;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/2_samuel/20.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Sheva was court secretary; Zadok and Abiathar were priests; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/2_samuel/20.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />and Sheva was scribe; and Zadok and Abiathar were priests;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/2_samuel/20.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Sheva was the secretary. Zadok and Abiathar were the priests. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/2_samuel/20.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />and Sheva was scribe: and Zadok and Abiathar were priests:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/2_samuel/20.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Sheva was the royal scribe. Zadok and Abiathar were priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/2_samuel/20.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Sheva was the court secretary; Zadok and Abiathar were the priests, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/2_samuel/20.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Sheva was secretary, Zadok and Abiathar were priests, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/2_samuel/20.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Sheva was the scribe; Zadok and Abiathar were priests;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/2_samuel/20.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Sheva was the scribe, and Zadok and Abiathar were the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/2_samuel/20.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />and Shisha was scribe; and Zadok and Abiathar were priests;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/2_samuel/20.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And Sheva was scribe: and Zadok and Abiathar were the priests:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/2_samuel/20.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Sheva was scribe, Zadok and Abiathar were priests, <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/2_samuel/20.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and Sheva [is] scribe, and Zadok and Abiathar [are] priests,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/2_samuel/20.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and Sheva is scribe, and Zadok and Abiathar are priests,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/2_samuel/20.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And Sheva the scribe: and Zadok and Abiathar the priests.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/2_samuel/20.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And Siva was scribe: and Sadoc and Abiathar, priests. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/2_samuel/20.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Now Sheva was the scribe. And truly Zadok and Abiathar were the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/2_samuel/20.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Shawsha was the scribe. Zadok and Abiathar were priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/2_samuel/20.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Sheva was secretary; Zadok and Abiathar were priests;<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/2_samuel/20.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And Sheriah was the scribe, and Zadok and Abiathar were the priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/2_samuel/20.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And Sharia the Scribe and Tsaduq and Abiathar the Priests<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/2_samuel/20.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />and Sheva was scribe; and Zadok and Abiathar were priests;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/2_samuel/20.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And Susa <i>was</i> scribe: and Sadoc and Abiathar <i>were</i> priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/2_samuel/20-25.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/_0ajZHUzMKw?start=6365" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/2_samuel/20.htm">Sheba's Rebellion</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">24</span>Adoram was in charge of the forced labor; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was the recorder; <span class="reftext">25</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/7864.htm" title="7864: wə·šē·yå̄ (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- Sheva. For Shva'; Sheja, an Israelite.">Sheva</a> <a href="/hebrew/5608.htm" title="5608: sō·p̄êr (N-ms) -- To count, recount, relate. ">was the scribe;</a> <a href="/hebrew/6659.htm" title="6659: wə·ṣā·ḏō·wq (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- The name of several Isr. From tsadaq; just; Tsadok, the name of eight or nine Israelites.">Zadok</a> <a href="/hebrew/54.htm" title="54: wə·’eḇ·yā·ṯār (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- The great one is father, an Isr. priest. Contracted from 'ab and yathar; father of abundance; Ebjathar, an Israelite.">and Abiathar</a> <a href="/hebrew/3548.htm" title="3548: kō·hă·nîm (N-mp) -- Priest. Active participle of kahan; literally, one officiating, a priest; also an acting priest.">were priests;</a> </span><span class="reftext">26</span>and Ira the Jairite was David’s priest.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/4-3.htm">1 Kings 4:3</a></span><br />Elihoreph and Ahijah, the sons of Shisha, were secretaries; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was the recorder;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/18-16.htm">1 Chronicles 18:16</a></span><br />Zadok son of Ahitub and Ahimelech son of Abiathar were priests; Shavsha was the scribe;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/24-6.htm">1 Chronicles 24:6</a></span><br />The scribe, Shemaiah son of Nethanel, a Levite, recorded their names in the presence of the king and of the officers: Zadok the priest, Ahimelech son of Abiathar, and the heads of families of the priests and the Levites—one family being taken from Eleazar, and then one from Ithamar.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/24-31.htm">1 Chronicles 24:31</a></span><br />As their brothers the descendants of Aaron did, they also cast lots in the presence of King David and of Zadok, Ahimelech, and the heads of the families of the priests and Levites—the family heads and their younger brothers alike.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-8.htm">1 Chronicles 6:8-10</a></span><br />Ahitub was the father of Zadok, Zadok was the father of Ahimaaz, / Ahimaaz was the father of Azariah, Azariah was the father of Johanan, / Johanan was the father of Azariah, who served as priest in the temple that Solomon built in Jerusalem,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-50.htm">1 Chronicles 6:50-53</a></span><br />These were the descendants of Aaron: Eleazar his son, Phinehas his son, Abishua his son, / Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son, / Meraioth his son, Amariah his son, Ahitub his son, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/24-3.htm">1 Chronicles 24:3</a></span><br />With the help of Eleazar’s descendant Zadok and Ithamar’s descendant Ahimelech, David divided them according to the offices of their service.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/24-19.htm">1 Chronicles 24:19</a></span><br />This was their appointed order for service when they entered the house of the LORD, according to the regulations prescribed for them by their forefather Aaron, as the LORD, the God of Israel, had commanded him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/24-31.htm">1 Chronicles 24:31</a></span><br />As their brothers the descendants of Aaron did, they also cast lots in the presence of King David and of Zadok, Ahimelech, and the heads of the families of the priests and Levites—the family heads and their younger brothers alike.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/24-5.htm">1 Chronicles 24:5</a></span><br />Thus they were divided by lot, for there were officers of the sanctuary and officers of God among both Eleazar’s and Ithamar’s descendants.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/24-31.htm">1 Chronicles 24:31</a></span><br />As their brothers the descendants of Aaron did, they also cast lots in the presence of King David and of Zadok, Ahimelech, and the heads of the families of the priests and Levites—the family heads and their younger brothers alike.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/24-6.htm">1 Chronicles 24:6</a></span><br />The scribe, Shemaiah son of Nethanel, a Levite, recorded their names in the presence of the king and of the officers: Zadok the priest, Ahimelech son of Abiathar, and the heads of families of the priests and the Levites—one family being taken from Eleazar, and then one from Ithamar.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/24-31.htm">1 Chronicles 24:31</a></span><br />As their brothers the descendants of Aaron did, they also cast lots in the presence of King David and of Zadok, Ahimelech, and the heads of the families of the priests and Levites—the family heads and their younger brothers alike.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/24-31.htm">1 Chronicles 24:31</a></span><br />As their brothers the descendants of Aaron did, they also cast lots in the presence of King David and of Zadok, Ahimelech, and the heads of the families of the priests and Levites—the family heads and their younger brothers alike.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/24-31.htm">1 Chronicles 24:31</a></span><br />As their brothers the descendants of Aaron did, they also cast lots in the presence of King David and of Zadok, Ahimelech, and the heads of the families of the priests and Levites—the family heads and their younger brothers alike.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And Sheva was scribe: and Zadok and Abiathar were the priests:</p><p class="hdg">Sheva</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_samuel/8-17.htm">2 Samuel 8:17</a></b></br> And Zadok the son of Ahitub, and Ahimelech the son of Abiathar, <i>were</i> the priests; and Seraiah <i>was</i> the scribe;</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_kings/4-4.htm">1 Kings 4:4</a></b></br> And Benaiah the son of Jehoiada <i>was</i> over the host: and Zadok and Abiathar <i>were</i> the priests:</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/18-16.htm">1 Chronicles 18:16</a></b></br> And Zadok the son of Ahitub, and Abimelech the son of Abiathar, <i>were</i> the priests; and Shavsha was scribe;</p><p class="hdg">Shavsha </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/2_samuel/19-11.htm">Abiathar</a> <a href="/2_samuel/17-15.htm">Abi'athar</a> <a href="/2_samuel/19-11.htm">Priests</a> <a href="/2_samuel/8-17.htm">Scribe</a> <a href="/2_samuel/8-17.htm">Secretary</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/2-49.htm">Sheva</a> <a href="/2_samuel/19-11.htm">Zadok</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_kings/1-7.htm">Abiathar</a> <a href="/1_kings/1-7.htm">Abi'athar</a> <a href="/1_kings/4-4.htm">Priests</a> <a href="/2_kings/12-10.htm">Scribe</a> <a href="/2_kings/12-10.htm">Secretary</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/2-49.htm">Sheva</a> <a href="/1_kings/1-8.htm">Zadok</a><div class="vheading2">2 Samuel 20</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/20-1.htm">By occasion of the quarrel, Sheba rebels in Israel</a></span><br><span class="reftext">3. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/20-3.htm">David's ten concubines are put in confinement for life</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/20-4.htm">Amasa, made captain over Judah, is slain by Joab</a></span><br><span class="reftext">14. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/20-14.htm">Joab pursues Sheba to Abel</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/20-16.htm">A wise woman saves the city by Sheba's head</a></span><br><span class="reftext">23. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/20-23.htm">David's officers</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script 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</td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/2_samuel/20.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/2_samuel/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/2_samuel/20.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Sheva was the scribe;</b><br>In ancient Israel, the role of a scribe was crucial for maintaining records, drafting official documents, and preserving sacred texts. Sheva, also known as Shavsha or Seraiah in other biblical passages, served as the royal scribe under King David. This position was one of significant authority and responsibility, as scribes were often involved in the administration of the kingdom and the communication of royal decrees. The role of a scribe is seen throughout the Bible, with Ezra being a notable example (<a href="/ezra/7-6.htm">Ezra 7:6</a>). Scribes were instrumental in the transmission of the Scriptures, ensuring the accuracy and preservation of God's Word.<p><b>Zadok and Abiathar were priests;</b><br>Zadok and Abiathar served as priests during King David's reign, representing the religious leadership of Israel. Zadok, a descendant of Aaron through Eleazar, was a faithful priest who supported David during Absalom's rebellion (<a href="/2_samuel/15-24.htm">2 Samuel 15:24-29</a>). Abiathar, from the line of Eli, initially served alongside Zadok but later supported Adonijah's claim to the throne, leading to his eventual removal by Solomon (<a href="/1_kings/2-26.htm">1 Kings 2:26-27</a>). The dual priesthood of Zadok and Abiathar reflects the complex religious and political dynamics of the time. The priesthood was central to Israel's worship and sacrificial system, as outlined in the Mosaic Law (Leviticus 8-9). The mention of these priests highlights the continuity of the Levitical priesthood and its importance in maintaining the covenant relationship between God and Israel.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/sheva.htm">Sheva</a></b><br>Sheva is identified as the scribe, a significant administrative role in King David's court. The scribe was responsible for recording events, drafting official documents, and maintaining records, which was crucial for governance.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/z/zadok.htm">Zadok</a></b><br>Zadok was one of the priests during King David's reign. He was a descendant of Aaron and played a vital role in maintaining the spiritual and religious order in Israel. Zadok remained loyal to David during Absalom's rebellion.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/a/abiathar.htm">Abiathar</a></b><br>Abiathar was another priest serving alongside Zadok. He was the son of Ahimelech and also a descendant of Aaron. Abiathar had a long history with David, having fled to him after the massacre of the priests at Nob.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/d/david's_reign.htm">David's Reign</a></b><br>This verse is set during the reign of King David, a period marked by both internal and external challenges, including rebellions and the consolidation of the kingdom.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_kingdom_of_israel.htm">The Kingdom of Israel</a></b><br>The context of this verse is the political and religious structure of the united kingdom of Israel under David's leadership, highlighting the importance of both civil and religious roles.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_order_and_structure.htm">The Importance of Order and Structure</a></b><br>The roles of Sheva, Zadok, and Abiathar highlight the necessity of organized leadership in both civil and religious spheres. Effective governance requires clear roles and responsibilities.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_in_service.htm">Faithfulness in Service</a></b><br>Zadok and Abiathar's loyalty to David during times of crisis exemplifies the importance of faithfulness and integrity in service to God and leaders.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_spiritual_leadership.htm">The Role of Spiritual Leadership</a></b><br>The presence of priests in the administration underscores the integration of spiritual guidance in governance, reminding us of the need for spiritual discernment in leadership.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/legacy_and_continuity.htm">Legacy and Continuity</a></b><br>The mention of these figures points to the continuity of God's plan through generations, encouraging us to consider how our roles contribute to God's ongoing work.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_2_samuel_20.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 2 Samuel 20</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_it_mean_to_be_pharisaical.htm">Who was Abiathar in the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_was_zadok_in_the_bible.htm">Who was Zadok in the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_was_abiathar_in_the_bible.htm">Who was Abiathar in the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_swift_secret_messaging_in_2_sam_17_15-21_realistic.htm">How realistic is the swift exchange of secret messages in 2 Samuel 17:15-21, given the distance and security risks involved in ancient Israel?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/2_samuel/20.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(25) <span class= "bld">Sheva.</span>--This officer is called <span class= "ital">Seraiah </span>in <a href="/2_samuel/8-17.htm" title="And Zadok the son of Ahitub, and Ahimelech the son of Abiathar, were the priests; and Seraiah was the scribe;">2Samuel 8:17</a>. Nearly all the officers mentioned here are the same as in <a href="/context/2_samuel/8-16.htm" title="And Joab the son of Zeruiah was over the host; and Jehoshaphat the son of Ahilud was recorder;">2Samuel 8:16-18</a>, where see the Notes.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/2_samuel/20.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 25.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Sheva</span>. He is called <span class="accented">Seraiah</span> in <a href="/2_samuel/8-17.htm">2 Samuel 8:17</a>. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/2_samuel/20-25.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Sheva</span><br /><span class="heb">וּשְׁוָ֖א</span> <span class="translit">(ū·šə·wā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7724.htm">Strong's 7724: </a> </span><span class="str2">Sheva -- two Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">was the scribe;</span><br /><span class="heb">סֹפֵ֑ר</span> <span class="translit">(sō·p̄êr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5608.htm">Strong's 5608: </a> </span><span class="str2">To count, recount, relate</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Zadok</span><br /><span class="heb">וְצָד֥וֹק</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ṣā·ḏō·wq)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6659.htm">Strong's 6659: </a> </span><span class="str2">Zadok -- the name of several Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and Abiathar</span><br /><span class="heb">וְאֶבְיָתָ֖ר</span> <span class="translit">(wə·’eḇ·yā·ṯār)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_54.htm">Strong's 54: </a> </span><span class="str2">Abiathar -- 'the great one is father', an Israelite priest</span><br /><br /><span class="word">were priests;</span><br /><span class="heb">כֹּהֲנִֽים׃</span> <span class="translit">(kō·hă·nîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3548.htm">Strong's 3548: </a> </span><span class="str2">Priest</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/2_samuel/20-25.htm">2 Samuel 20:25 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/2_samuel/20-25.htm">2 Samuel 20:25 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/2_samuel/20-25.htm">2 Samuel 20:25 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/2_samuel/20-25.htm">2 Samuel 20:25 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/2_samuel/20-25.htm">2 Samuel 20:25 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/2_samuel/20-25.htm">2 Samuel 20:25 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/2_samuel/20-25.htm">2 Samuel 20:25 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/2_samuel/20-25.htm">2 Samuel 20:25 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/2_samuel/20-25.htm">2 Samuel 20:25 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/2_samuel/20-25.htm">2 Samuel 20:25 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/2_samuel/20-25.htm">OT History: 2 Samuel 20:25 And Sheva was scribe (2Sa iiSam 2 Sam ii sam) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/2_samuel/20-24.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="2 Samuel 20:24"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="2 Samuel 20:24" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/2_samuel/20-26.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="2 Samuel 20:26"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="2 Samuel 20:26" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>