Nadab

Nadab nā´dăb [key]. 1Aaron's eldest son, set apart for the priesthood. The exact nature of the transgression (offering strange fire) for which he and his brother Abihu died is not clear. 2King of Israel, son and successor of Jeroboam I. He was assassinated byBaashain the siege of Gibbethon. 3Descendant of Jerahmeel. 4Benjamite.

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