Abdon is mentioned in the genealogies of the tribe of Benjamin in1 Chronicles 8:30and1 Chronicles 9:36. He was the son of Abiel (or 'Jeiel'), who is described as the "father of Gibeon," suggesting that he was the founder or a prominent figure in the Israelite community in Gibeon. Abdon is listed as a brother of Ner, who was the grandfather of King Saul. This places Abdon within the extended family of Saul, although his exact relationship to the king is not specified.
Abdon
AbielEnglishA man from the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.8.30.