Abner was commander of Saul’s army (1 Samuel 12:9; 2 Samuel 2:8). During the brief reign of Ishbaal (2 Samuel 2:8–10), he held great power until he was slain by Joab the commander of David’s army (2 Samuel 3:27).1
Abner was commander of Saul’s army (1 Samuel 12:9; 2 Samuel 2:8). During the brief reign of Ishbaal (2 Samuel 2:8–10), he held great power until he was slain by Joab the commander of David’s army (2 Samuel 3:27).1
50 And the name of Saul’s wife was Ahinoam the daughter of Ahimaaz. And the name of the commander of his army was Abner the son of Ner, Saul’s uncle.