father_of_Tahpenes
Egyptian Pharaoh who gave his daughter to Hadad
Who is father_of_Tahpenes in the Bible?
The father of Tahpenes is an unnamed Egyptian Pharaoh mentioned in 1 Kings 11:19 who showed favor to Hadad, an Edomite prince fleeing from King David's conquest of Edom. Rather than giving his daughter Tahpenes herself to Hadad in marriage, the Pharaoh gave his sister-in-law, the sister of Queen Tahpenes, as Hadad's wife. This act of hospitality and political alliance demonstrates the Pharaoh's willingness to shelter and support an enemy of Israel, providing Hadad with both refuge and a strategic marriage connection. The Pharaoh's identity remains unnamed in Scripture, but his role in protecting Hadad proved significant to Israel's later history, as Hadad would eventually become an adversary to Solomon.
Biography
The father of Tahpenes is mentioned in 1Ki.11.19 as the Egyptian Pharaoh who showed favor to Hadad, an Edomite prince who fled to Egypt after King David's conquest of Edom. The Pharaoh welcomed Hadad and provided for him, even giving him his sister-in-law, the sister of Queen Tahpenes, as a wife. This marriage alliance demonstrates the Pharaoh's support for Hadad and his willingness to grant him refuge in Egypt. The name of this Pharaoh is not specified in the biblical text.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Kings 1 verse
- 1 Kings 11:19
"There Hadad found such great favor in the sight of Pharaoh that he gave to him in marriage the sister of Queen Tahpenes, his own wife."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Mentioned | Hebrew |