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Hanan חָנָן

Male Tribe of Benjamin H2605H 1 book

Son of Azel, a descendant of King Saul.

Who is Hanan in the Bible?

Hanan was the son of Azel and a descendant of King Saul from the tribe of Benjamin, mentioned in the genealogies of 1 Chronicles 8:38 and 9:44. He appears in the detailed family records that trace Saul's lineage through his descendants, serving as part of the historical documentation of Israel's royal house. The inclusion of Hanan in these genealogies demonstrates the continuity of Saul's line and provides a comprehensive record of Benjamin's prominent families during the biblical period.

Biography

Hanan is mentioned in 1Ch.8.38 and 1Ch.9.44 as one of the sons of Azel, a descendant of King Saul from the tribe of Benjamin. He is listed in the genealogy of Saul's family, which is recorded in the book of 1 Chronicles. The genealogies in 1 Chronicles provide a record of the families and clans within each of the Israelite tribes, highlighting their lineage and descent from notable figures such as King Saul. The mention of Hanan in this genealogy serves to demonstrate the continuity of Saul's lineage and to provide a historical record of his descendants.

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In Scripture

1 biblical book
1 Chronicles 2 verses
  • 1 Chronicles 8:38

    "Azel had six sons, and these were their names: Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan. All these were the sons of Azel."

  • 1 Chronicles 9:44

    "And Azel had six sons, and these were their names: Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan. These were the sons of Azel."

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Named Hebrew חָנָן