In the Old Testament, a son of Adam and Eve.

Offered to God a more excellent sacrifice than his brother Cain, Gen. 4: 4-5 (Heb. 11: 4; Moses 5: 16-21). Was murdered by Cain, Gen. 4: 8 (Moses 5: 32). Received the priesthood from Adam, D&C 84: 16. Satan plotted with Cain to murder Abel, Moses 5: 28-31 (Hel. 6: 27).