A son of Midian, grandson of Abraham.
Hanoch
Named in 2 verses across 2 books, first in Genesis 25:4.
חֲנוֹךְHanoch
The name means “dedicated.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869
- Father
- Midian
- People
- Sinai
About Hanoch Written by AI
Hanoch is mentioned in Genesis 25:4 and 1 Chronicles 1:33 as one of the sons of Midian, who was a son of Abraham through his concubine Keturah. After Sarah's death, Abraham took Keturah as his concubine, and she bore him several children, including Midian (Genesis 25:1 to 2). Hanoch is listed among the five sons of Midian, along with Ephah, Epher, Abida, and Eldaah. These sons and their descendants became the tribes of the Midianites, who are mentioned throughout the Old Testament. The Midianites lived in the region east of the Jordan River and were known for their trading and nomadic lifestyle. The mention of Hanoch in the genealogy of Abraham's descendants through Keturah highlights the diverse nations that emerged from Abraham's lineage, fulfilling God's promise to make him a father of many nations (Genesis 17:4 to 6).
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 25:4
The sons of Midian were Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All these were descendants of Keturah.
- 1 Chronicles 1:33
The sons of Midian: Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All of these were Keturah’s sons.
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.