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Baal-hanan

Baal-hanan was a king of Edom who reigned before Israel had kings.
MaleKingEdomPatriarchs eraOld Testament2 books4 verses

Summary

A king of Edom living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Genesis 36:38; only referred to as Baal-hanan (בַּ֫עַל חָנָן); a son of Achbor.

Glossary entries

Baal-Hanan

Family members

Father

Achbor

Alternative names

Mentions

  1. Genesis 36:38
    When Shaul died, Baal-hanan son of Achbor reigned in his place.
  2. Genesis 36:39
    When Baal-hanan son of Achbor died, Hadad reigned in his place. His city was named Pau, and his wife’s name was Mehetabel daughter of Matred, the daughter of Me-zahab.
  3. 1 Chronicles 1:49
    When Shaul died, Baal-hanan son of Achbor reigned in his place.
  4. 1 Chronicles 1:50
    When Baal-hanan died, Hadad reigned in his place. His city was named Pau, and his wife’s name was Mehetabel daughter of Matred, the daughter of Me-zahab.