Meaning
Abihu is a Hebrew proper name traditionally understood as “he is my father” or “my father is he.”
Biblical Usage
In Scripture, Abihu was the second son of Aaron and Elisheba and was appointed to the priesthood with his brothers.
He and his brother Nadab died after offering strange fire before the LORD.
Key References
- Exodus 6:23
- Exodus 24:1-2
- Exodus 28:1
- Leviticus 8:1-36
- Leviticus 10:1-7
- Numbers 3:2-4
- Numbers 26:60-61
- 1 Chronicles 6:3
- 1 Chronicles 24:1-2
Related Terms
- Aaron
- Nadab
- Eleazar
- Ithamar
- Priest
- Incense