Who was Abednego?

Brave furnace survivor

The story of Abednego

Abednego - Abednego's position held: Official of the Babylonian King
Abednego - Abednego's position held: Official of the Babylonian King
Abednego's position held: Official of the Babylonian King

Abednego was a biblical figure who is best known for his faith and courage in the face of adversity. He was a Jewish man who lived in Babylon during the reign of King Nebuchadnezzar. He was the son of Azariah and the brother of Shadrach and Meshach. Abednego was thrown into a fiery furnace by King Nebuchadnezzar for refusing to bow down to a golden idol. Despite the intense heat, Abednego remained faithful to God and was miraculously saved from the flames. He emerged unscathed, along with his two companions, Shadrach and Meshach. The story of Abednego is a testament to his unwavering faith in God. He is remembered for his courage and strength in the face of adversity. He is an example of how faith can help us overcome any obstacle. Abednego is an inspiration to many and a reminder that God is always with us.

Name meaning

"Servant of Nabu"

Name origin

Akkadian.

Role

Abednego's position held: Official of the Babylonian King

First mention

Daniel 1:7

Appearances in the Bible

14 mentions

Abednego in the Bible

Explore all 3 chapters where Abednego appears

Daniel

Chapter 1

Daniel's Exile to Babylon

Daniel and other Jewish young nobles are taken into exile in Babylon and are trained in the ways of the Babylonians.

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Daniel

Chapter 2

Nebuchadnezzar's Dream

King Nebuchadnezzar has a dream that troubles him, and Daniel interprets it as a vision of the future kingdoms of the wo...

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Daniel

Chapter 3

The Fiery Furnace

King Nebuchadnezzar orders all people to worship a golden statue, but three Jewish youths refuse and are thrown into a f...

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