Beor
Beor was the father of Bela, an early Edomite king.
The name Beor means “burning; foolish; mad”
MaleEdomiteEdomPatriarchs eraOld Testament2 books2 verses
Summary
A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Genesis 36:32; only referred to as Beor (בְּעוֹר); father of Bela.
Glossary entries
Family members
- Children
Alternative names
- בְּעוֹרBeor
Mentions
- Bela son of Beor reigned in Edom; the name of his city was Dinhabah.
- These are the kings who reigned in the land of Edom before any king reigned over the Israelites: Bela son of Beor. His city was named Dinhabah.