A king of Edom.
Baal-hanan
Named in 4 verses across 2 books, first in Genesis 36:38.
בַּ֫עַל חָנָןBaal-hanan
- Father
- Achbor
- People
- Edom
About Baal-hanan Written by AI
Baal-hanan was one of the kings who reigned in Edom before Israel had kings. He is mentioned in the lists of Edomite kings found in Genesis 36:38 to 39 and 1 Chronicles 1:49 to 50. Baal-hanan is described as the son of Achbor, and he succeeded Shaul as king of Edom. After his death, Hadad became king in his place. The text does not provide any details about the length or events of Baal-hanan's reign. His name, which means "Baal is gracious," suggests that the Canaanite deity Baal was worshiped in Edom at that time.
Drafted by an AI model for STEPBible's TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Check it against the verses below.
Easton's Bible Dictionary, 1897
This entry is on the name Baal-hanan, and may cover more than one person or place by that name.
Lord of grace. (1.) A king of Edom, son of Achbor (Gen. 36:38, 39; 1 Chr. 1:49, 50).
(2.) An overseer of “the olive trees and sycomore trees in the low plains” (the Shephelah) under David (1 Chr. 27:28).
M. G. Easton, Illustrated Bible Dictionary, third edition (1897), public domain, from CrossWire. Shown as written; its Scripture quotes are from older translations.
Where the Bible names him
- Genesis 36:38
When Shaul died, Baal-hanan son of Achbor reigned in his place.
- 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.
- 1 Chronicles 1:49
When Shaul died, Baal-hanan son of Achbor reigned in his place.
- 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.
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.