Achbor עַכְבּוֹר
Edomite king, son of Baal-hanan
Who is Achbor in the Bible?
Achbor was an Edomite king and the son of Baal-hanan, mentioned in the genealogies of Esau found in Genesis 36:38-39 and 1 Chronicles 1:49. He ruled over Edom during a period before any king had reigned over Israel, placing him in the early history of Edomite leadership. The biblical text provides no details about his specific accomplishments or the length of his reign, but his inclusion in the official genealogies of Esau's descendants serves an important documentary purpose. His mention helps establish the historical succession of Edomite rulers and illustrates the parallel development of nations descended from Isaac, highlighting the relationship between the Edomites and Israelites in Old Testament history.
Biography
Achbor was an Edomite king mentioned in the genealogies of Esau, the son of Isaac and the brother of Israel (or 'Jacob') (Gen.36.38,39; 1Ch.1.49). He was the son of Baal-hanan and reigned as king of Edom. The genealogies in Genesis and 1 Chronicles list the kings who ruled in Edom before any king reigned over the Israelites.
No further information is provided about Achbor's reign or his accomplishments as king. His mention in the genealogies serves to document the succession of Edomite kings and to provide historical context for the relationship between the Edomites and the Israelites.
Family
In Scripture
2 biblical books ; 1 with study contentGenesis 2 verses
- Genesis 36:38
"When Shaul died, Baal-hanan son of Achbor reigned in his place."
Study Genesis → - Genesis 36:39
"When Baal-hanan son of Achbor died, Hadad reigned in his place. His city was named Pau, and his wife’s name was Mehetabel daughter of Matred, the daughter of Me-zahab."
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1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 1:49
"When Shaul died, Baal-hanan son of Achbor reigned in his place."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | עַכְבּוֹר |