Descendant of Esau and chief of Edom
Bilhan
Named in 2 verses across 2 books, first in Genesis 36:27.
בִּלְהָןBilhan
- Father
- Ezer
- People
- Edom
About Bilhan Written by AI
Bilhan was a descendant of Esau, brother of Israel (or 'Jacob')'s brother, and one of the chiefs of Edom (Gen. 36:27; 1Ch. 1:42). Esau, also known as Edom, settled in the hill country of Seir and became the ancestor of the Edomites (Gen. 36:8-9). The Edomites were the southeastern neighbors of the Israelites and were known for their wisdom and military prowess (Jer. 49:7; Obad. 1:8-9). Bilhan's mention as a chief suggests that he held a position of authority and leadership among the Edomites. The listing of Edomite chiefs in Genesis and Chronicles demonstrates the political and social organization of Edom and its development as a nation distinct from Israel.
Drafted by an AI model for STEPBible's TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Check it against the verses below.
Where the Bible names him
- Genesis 36:27
These are the sons of Ezer: Bilhan, Zaavan, and Akan.
- 1 Chronicles 1:42
The sons of Ezer: Bilhan, Zaavan, and Akan. The sons of Dishan: Uz and Aran.
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.