Etymology and Meaning:
The name "Acbor" is derived from the Hebrew word עַכְבּוֹר (ʿAḵbôr), which means "mouse." This name appears in the Old Testament and is associated with two distinct individuals.

Biblical References:

1. Acbor, Son of Micaiah:
Acbor, the son of Micaiah, is mentioned in the context of the reign of King Josiah of Judah. He is one of the officials sent by King Josiah to consult the prophetess Huldah regarding the Book of the Law found in the temple. This event is part of the religious reforms initiated by Josiah after the discovery of the book. Acbor's role is recorded in 2 Kings 22:12-14:
"Then the king commanded Hilkiah the priest, Ahikam son of Shaphan, Achbor son of Micaiah, Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah the servant of the king: 'Go and inquire of the LORD for me and for the people and for all Judah about the words in this book that has been found. For great is the wrath of the LORD that burns against us, because our fathers have not obeyed the words of this book by doing all that is written about us.' So Hilkiah the priest, Ahikam, Achbor, Shaphan, and Asaiah went and spoke to Huldah the prophetess, the wife of Shallum son of Tikvah, the son of Harhas, the keeper of the wardrobe. She lived in Jerusalem, in the Second District."

2. Acbor, Father of Elnathan:
Another Acbor is mentioned as the father of Elnathan, who served as an official in the court of King Jehoiakim of Judah. Elnathan is noted for his involvement in the extradition of the prophet Uriah from Egypt, as recorded in Jeremiah 26:22-23:
"Then King Jehoiakim sent men to Egypt: Elnathan son of Achbor along with some other men. They brought Uriah out of Egypt and took him to King Jehoiakim, who had him put to the sword and his body thrown into the burial place of the common people."

Historical and Cultural Context:
Acbor's involvement in the religious and political affairs of Judah during the reigns of Josiah and Jehoiakim highlights the roles played by royal officials in the administration and religious reforms of the kingdom. The consultation with Huldah and the extradition of Uriah reflect the complex interplay between prophetic voices and royal authority in ancient Judah.

Significance in Biblical Narrative:
Acbor's participation in the delegation to Huldah underscores the seriousness with which King Josiah approached the religious reforms and the rediscovery of the Law. His mention in the context of Elnathan's actions during Jehoiakim's reign provides insight into the political dynamics and the challenges faced by prophets in delivering their messages during turbulent times.Acbor (7 Occurrences)

Genesis 36:38
Shaul died, and Baal Hanan, the son of Achbor reigned in his place.
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Genesis 36:39
Baal Hanan the son of Achbor died, and Hadar reigned in his place. The name of his city was Pau. His wife's name was Mehetabel, the daughter of Matred, the daughter of Mezahab.
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2 Kings 22:12
The king commanded Hilkiah the priest, and Ahikam the son of Shaphan, and Achbor the son of Micaiah, and Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah the king's servant, saying,
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2 Kings 22:14
So Hilkiah the priest, and Ahikam, and Achbor, and Shaphan, and Asaiah, went to Huldah the prophetess, the wife of Shallum the son of Tikvah, the son of Harhas, keeper of the wardrobe (now she lived in Jerusalem in the second quarter); and they talked with her.
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1 Chronicles 1:49
Shaul died, and Baal Hanan the son of Achbor reigned in his place.
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Jeremiah 26:22
and Jehoiakim the king sent men into Egypt, namely, Elnathan the son of Achbor, and certain men with him, into Egypt;
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Jeremiah 36:12
and he goeth down 'to' the house of the king, unto the chamber of the scribe, and lo, there are all the heads sitting: Elishama the scribe, and Delaiah son of Shemaiah, and Elnathan son of Acbor, and Gemariah son of Shaphan, and Zedekiah son of Hananiah, and all the heads.
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Acbor (7 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Acbor (7 Occurrences). Genesis 36:38 Shaul died, and
Baal Hanan, the son of Achbor reigned in his place. (See NIV). ...
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Gemari'ah (5 Occurrences)
... the chamber of the scribe, and lo, there are all the heads sitting: Elishama the
scribe, and Delaiah son of Shemaiah, and Elnathan son of Acbor, and Gemariah ...
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Elna'than (5 Occurrences)
... the chamber of the scribe, and lo, there are all the heads sitting: Elishama the
scribe, and Delaiah son of Shemaiah, and Elnathan son of Acbor, and Gemariah ...
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Eli'shama (17 Occurrences)
... the chamber of the scribe, and lo, there are all the heads sitting: Elishama the
scribe, and Delaiah son of Shemaiah, and Elnathan son of Acbor, and Gemariah ...
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Delai'ah (6 Occurrences)
... the chamber of the scribe, and lo, there are all the heads sitting: Elishama the
scribe, and Delaiah son of Shemaiah, and Elnathan son of Acbor, and Gemariah ...
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Acatan
Acatan. Acacia-wood, Acatan. Acbor . Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia ACATAN.
ak'-a-tan. See AKATAN (Apocrypha). Acacia-wood, Acatan. Acbor . Reference ...
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Accaba

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Shemai'ah (38 Occurrences)
... the chamber of the scribe, and lo, there are all the heads sitting: Elishama the
scribe, and Delaiah son of Shemaiah, and Elnathan son of Acbor, and Gemariah ...
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Zedeki'ah (62 Occurrences)
... the chamber of the scribe, and lo, there are all the heads sitting: Elishama the
scribe, and Delaiah son of Shemaiah, and Elnathan son of Acbor, and Gemariah ...
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Hanani'ah (28 Occurrences)
... the chamber of the scribe, and lo, there are all the heads sitting: Elishama the
scribe, and Delaiah son of Shemaiah, and Elnathan son of Acbor, and Gemariah ...
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