Bilhanבִּלְהָן
Benjamite, son of Jediael and father of seven sons
Who is Bilhan in the Bible?
Bilhan was a Benjamite mentioned in 1 Chronicles 7:10 as the son of Jediael and father of seven sons named Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar. His sons are described as mighty warriors and heads of their families, reflecting their strength and leadership within the tribe of Benjamin. Bilhan's inclusion in the genealogical records of Chronicles underscores the importance of family lineage and tribal organization in ancient Israel, particularly highlighting the military capabilities and prominence of the Benjamite families.
Biography
Bilhan was a member of the tribe of Benjamin, the son of Jediael (1 Ch. 7:10). He had seven sons: Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar. These sons were described as mighty warriors and heads of their families, indicating their strength, leadership, and importance within the tribe of Benjamin. The genealogy of Benjamin in Chronicles highlights the significance of family lineage and the preservation of tribal records. It also demonstrates the military prowess of the Benjamites, who were known for their skill in battle and their strategic location in the land of Israel.
Family
Offspring
- JeushTribe of LeviSon of ShimeiA Levite, son of Shimei or ShubaelView full profile →
- BenjaminTribe of BenjaminSon of BilhanSon of Bilhan, descendant of BenjaminView full profile →
- EhudTribe of BenjaminSon of BilhanA Benjamite, son of Bilhan.View full profile →
- ChenaanahTribe of BenjaminSon of BilhanSon of Bilhan, descendant of BenjaminView full profile →
- ZethanTribe of BenjaminSon of BilhanSon of Bilhan, a BenjamiteView full profile →
- TarshishTribe of BenjaminSon of BilhanSon of Bilhan from the tribe of BenjaminView full profile →
- AhishaharTribe of BenjaminSon of BilhanSon of Bilhan, a BenjamiteView full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 7:10
"The son of Jediael: Bilhan. The sons of Bilhan: Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | בִּלְהָן |