One of Solomon's twelve district governors.
Baana
Named in 1 verse of 1 Kings, first in 1 Kings 4:16.
בַּעֲנָאBaana
- Father
- Hushai
About Baana Written by AI
Baana son of Hushai was another of the twelve district governors who served under King Solomon. He is mentioned in 1 Kings 4:16 as being in charge of the territory of Asher and Aloth. Like the other governors, Baana would have had administrative duties in his district, ensuring the smooth running of local affairs and the collection of resources for the king. The fact that he was the son of Hushai suggests he may have been from a prominent family, as Hushai was a close advisor to King David. Baana's role as a governor reflects the organized structure of Solomon's kingdom and the king's delegation of authority to trusted officials.
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Easton's Bible Dictionary, 1897
This entry is on the name Baana, and may cover more than one person or place by that name.
Son of affliction. (1.) One of Solomon’s purveyors (1 Kings 4:12).
(2.) Son of Hushai, another of Solomon’s purveyors (1 Kings 4:16).
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(3.) Father of Zadok (Neh. 3:4).
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
- 1 Kings 4:16
Baana son of Hushai in Asher and in Aloth;
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