Hanun

About Hanun Written by AI

Hanun is mentioned in Nehemiah 3:13 as one of the individuals who helped repair the Valley Gate during the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem. Under the leadership of Nehemiah, the Israelites who had returned from Babylonian captivity took on the task of restoring the city's fortifications. The repair work was divided among various groups and individuals, each responsible for a specific section of the wall. Hanun, along with the inhabitants of Zanoah, repaired the Valley Gate, which was one of the main entrances to the city. They also repaired a section of the wall measuring a thousand cubits (approximately 450 meters or 1,500 feet) from the Valley Gate to the Refuse Gate. The mention of Hanun in this context highlights the collective effort and participation of the Israelites in the restoration of Jerusalem's defenses. It also demonstrates the importance of unity and cooperation in achieving a common goal.

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Easton's Bible Dictionary, 1897

This entry is on the name Hanun, and may cover more than one person or place by that name.

Graciously given. (1.) The son and successor of Nahash, king of Moab. David’s messengers, sent on an embassy of condolence to him to Rabbah Ammon, his capital, were so grossly insulted that he proclaimed war against Hanun. David’s army, under the command of Joab, forthwith crossed the Jordan, and gained a complete victory over the Moabites and their allies (2 Sam. 10:1-14) at Medeba (q.v.).

(2.) Neh. 3:13. (3.) 3:30.

M. G. Easton, Illustrated Bible Dictionary, third edition (1897), public domain, from CrossWire. Shown as written; its Scripture quotes are from older translations.