Beor בְּעוֹר
Father of Bela, an Edomite king
Who is Beor in the Bible?
Beor was the father of Bela, who served as one of the earliest kings of Edom before the establishment of any Israelite monarchy (Genesis 36:32; 1 Chronicles 1:43). Edom was a nation situated south of the Dead Sea and was descended from Esau, the brother of Jacob. While Beor appears in the biblical genealogy of Edomite kings, indicating his importance in Edomite history, Scripture provides no additional details about his life or reign. His mention serves primarily to establish the lineage of Edom's first documented rulers.
Biography
Beor was the father of Bela, who was one of the early kings of Edom before any Israelite king reigned (Gen. 36:32; 1 Ch. 1:43). Edom was a nation located south of the Dead Sea, descended from Esau, brother of Israel (or 'Jacob'). The mention of Beor in the genealogy of Edomite kings suggests that he was a significant figure in Edomite history, although no further details about his life are provided in the Bible.
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In Scripture
2 biblical books ; 1 with study contentGenesis 1 verse
- Genesis 36:32
"Bela son of Beor reigned in Edom; the name of his city was Dinhabah."
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1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 1:43
"These are the kings who reigned in the land of Edom before any king reigned over the Israelites: Bela son of Beor. His city was named Dinhabah."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | בְּעוֹר | Beor , the name of the father of an Edomitish king; also of that of Balaam |