King of Edom from Rehoboth on the Euphrates
Shaul
Named in 4 verses across 2 books, first in Genesis 36:37.
שָׁאוּלShaul
The name means “Saul, asked; lent; a grave.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869
- People
- Edom
About Shaul Written by AI
Shaul, mentioned in Genesis 36:37 to 38 and 1 Chronicles 1:48 to 49, was one of the kings of Edom, a neighboring nation to Israel. He is described as being from Rehoboth on the Euphrates, which suggests that he may have had ties to the region of Mesopotamia. Shaul reigned as king after the death of Samlah and was succeeded by Baal-hanan, the son of Achbor. The text does not provide any details about the length of Shaul's reign or his specific achievements as king. The mention of Shaul in the lists of Edomite kings highlights the succession of rulers in Edom and provides a historical context for the relationship between Edom and Israel. The fact that Shaul is identified by his place of origin, Rehoboth on the Euphrates, sets him apart from the other Edomite kings and may indicate the extent of Edom's political or commercial connections during his reign.
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 36:37
When Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth on the Euphrates reigned in his place.
- Genesis 36:38
When Shaul died, Baal-hanan son of Achbor reigned in his place.
- 1 Chronicles 1:48
When Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth on the Euphrates reigned in his place.
- 1 Chronicles 1:49
When Shaul died, Baal-hanan son of Achbor reigned in his place.
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.