1 Samuel 14:51 Meaning and Explanation
“And Kish was the father of Saul; and Ner the father of Abner was the son of Abiel.”
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Read Full Chapter →The genealogy traces Saul and Abner back through Kish and Ner to their common ancestor Abiel.
What Does 1 Samuel 14:51 Mean?
The writer completes the family record by reaching back a generation: Kish fathered Saul, and Ner, the father of Abner, was likewise a son of Abiel. The note links the king and his commander to a shared ancestral line.
Genealogies like this preserve the roots of the people through whom God was working. They remind us that no one in the biblical story stands alone; each is part of a lineage God has watched over. The Lord is the God of generations, faithful across the long chains of fathers and sons.
Frequently Asked Questions About 1 Samuel 14:51
What does 1 Samuel 14:51 mean?
The genealogy traces Saul and Abner back through Kish and Ner to their common ancestor Abiel.