Baal-hanan בַּ֫עַל חָנָן
A king of Edom.
Who is Baal-hanan in the Bible?
Baal-hanan was a king of Edom who ruled during the period before Israel established its monarchy. He is listed among the Edomite kings in Genesis 36:38-39 and 1 Chronicles 1:49-50, where he is identified as the son of Achbor who succeeded Shaul to the throne. After Baal-hanan's reign ended, Hadad became king in his place. While the biblical text provides no specific details about the length or events of his rule, his name, meaning "Baal is gracious," reflects the worship of the Canaanite deity Baal in Edom during this ancient period. Baal-hanan's inclusion in the genealogical records of Edom underscores the historical connections between the nations and contributes to the biblical chronology of pre-monarchic times.
Biography
Baal-hanan was one of the kings who reigned in Edom before Israel had kings. He is mentioned in the lists of Edomite kings found in Gen.36.38-39 and 1Ch.1.49-50. Baal-hanan is described as the son of Achbor, and he succeeded Shaul as king of Edom. After his death, Hadad became king in his place. The text does not provide any details about the length or events of Baal-hanan's reign. His name, which means "Baal is gracious," suggests that the Canaanite deity Baal was worshiped in Edom at that time.
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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 2 verses
- 1 Chronicles 1:49
"When Shaul died, Baal-hanan son of Achbor reigned in his place."
- 1 Chronicles 1:50
"When Baal-hanan 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."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | בַּ֫עַל חָנָן |