Bedad בְּדַד
Father of Hadad, an Edomite king.
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
"Husham died, and Hadad, the son of Bedad, who struck Midian in the field of Moab, reigned in his place. The name of his city was Avith."
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1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 1:46
"Husham died, and Hadad the son of Bedad, who struck Midian in the field of Moab, reigned in his place; and the name of his city was Avith."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | בְּדַד | H0911 |
Encyclopedia Article
ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)