The united kingdom · c. 1012–1003 BC
Abigail Bible quiz
Start with these 3 free questions on Abigail. Tap an answer to check it: each one is explained with the verse it comes from. The full quiz (12 questions, up to the details most readers miss) is in Bible Academy.
Easy questions
1. What was the name of Abigail’s first husband?
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Answer: Nabal. “The name of the man was Nabal; and the name of his wife Abigail.” Uriah was Bathsheba’s husband, and Elkanah was Hannah’s. 1 Samuel 25:3
2. Who married Abigail after her husband’s death?
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Answer: David. David heard that Nabal was dead and sent word asking Abigail to be his wife; she went with his messengers and “became his wife.” 1 Samuel 25:39–42
3. Who put an end to Nabal’s life?
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Answer: The LORD. About ten days later, “the LORD smote Nabal, that he died.” Abigail had kept David from taking revenge himself. 1 Samuel 25:38