Bedad בְּדַד
Father of Hadad, an Edomite king.
Who is Bedad in the Bible?
Bedad was an Edomite whose son Hadad became one of the kings of Edom, as recorded in Genesis 36:35 and 1 Chronicles 1:46. He appears in the genealogical records of Esau, also called Edom, which trace the political succession of Edomite rulers during the period before Israel had a king. His son Hadad achieved notable military success by defeating the Midianites in the land of Moab. Bedad's mention in scripture illustrates the established political structure among Esau's descendants and their significance as a neighboring nation to Israel.
Biography
Bedad is mentioned in Gen.36.35 and 1Ch.1.46 as the father of Hadad, one of the kings of Edom. The context of these passages is the genealogy of Esau, who was also known as Edom. The list of Edomite kings is given to show the political development of Esau's descendants before Israel had a king. Hadad, Bedad's son, is described as the king who defeated the Midianites in the land of Moab.
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In Scripture
2 biblical books ; 1 with study contentGenesis 1 verse
- Genesis 36:35
"When Husham died, Hadad son of Bedad, who defeated Midian in the country of Moab, reigned in his place. And the name of his city was Avith."
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1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 1:46
"When Husham died, Hadad son of Bedad, who defeated Midian in the country of Moab, reigned in his place. And the name of his city was Avith."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | בְּדַד |