Baladan

Baladan was the father of Merodach-baladan, king of Babylon.

The name Baladan means “one without judgment”

MaleDivided Monarchy eraOld Testament2 books2 verses

Summary

A king of Babylon living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2 Kings 20:12; only referred to as Baladan (בַּלְאֲדָן); father of Merodach-baladan.

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Baladan

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Mentions

  1. At that time Merodach-baladan son of Baladan king of Babylon sent letters and a gift to Hezekiah, for he had heard about Hezekiah’s illness.
  2. At that time Merodach-baladan son of Baladan king of Babylon sent letters and a gift to Hezekiah, for he had heard about Hezekiah’s illness and recovery.