Ben-hanan בֶּן־חָנָן
Descendant of Judah
Who is Ben-hanan in the Bible?
Ben-hanan was a descendant of Judah mentioned in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles 4:20, where he is identified as the son of Shimon. He belonged to the clan of Judah that traced its lineage through Perez, one of Judah's sons by Tamar. Beyond his listing in this genealogy, the biblical text provides no additional information about his life, achievements, or role in Israel's history. His presence in the genealogical record underscores the Israelites' careful attention to preserving family lineages and ancestral connections, which were essential to maintaining tribal identity and inheritance rights in ancient Israel.
Biography
Ben-hanan is mentioned in the genealogy of Judah as a son of Shimon (1 Ch. 4:20). He was part of the clan of Judah that descended from Perez, one of Judah's sons. No further details about Ben-hanan's life or role are provided in the biblical text. His inclusion in the genealogy highlights the importance of family lineage and the preservation of ancestral records among the people of Israel.
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In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 4:20
"The sons of Shimon: Amnon, Rinnah, Ben-hanan, and Tilon. The descendants of Ishi: Zoheth and Ben-zoheth."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | בֶּן־חָנָן |
Ben-hanan
; the King James Version son of Hesed; the word is derived from a Hebrew root meaning "to be kind"): A commissariat officer in the service of Solomon (<ref osisRef="Bible:1Kgs