Abdeel
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Abdeel in the Bible?
Abdeel was the father of Shelemiah, an officer who arrested Baruch and Jeremiah at the command of King Jehoiakim. He is mentioned in Jeremiah 36:26.
SIGNIFICANCE
Abdeel's role in arresting Baruch and Jeremiah highlights the persecution of prophets during the reign of King Jehoiakim.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Abdeel reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Abdeel in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Abdeel clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Jeremiah 36:26
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Abdeel." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/abdeel/