Hanun חָנוּן
Another repairer of Jerusalem's wall during Nehemiah's time.
Who is Hanun in the Bible?
Hanun was the sixth son of Zalaph who participated in rebuilding Jerusalem's wall during Nehemiah's restoration project in the fifth century BC (Nehemiah 3:30). He worked alongside Hananiah, son of Shelemiah, to repair a section of the wall as part of the broader effort to restore the city's defenses. Though the specific location of his repair work is not identified in Scripture, Hanun's inclusion in the account demonstrates how ordinary citizens contributed their labor and resources to accomplish this vital communal goal. His participation exemplifies the unity and cooperation that characterized the post-exilic community's commitment to restoring their city and faith.
Biography
Hanun is mentioned in Neh.3.30 as one of the individuals who repaired a section of Jerusalem's wall during the rebuilding project led by Nehemiah. He is identified as the sixth son of Zalaph, distinguishing him from the Hanun mentioned in Neh.3.13, who repaired the Valley Gate. Hanun, along with Hananiah, the son of Shelemiah, repaired another section of the wall. The specific location of their repair work is not mentioned, but it is clear that they were part of the collective effort to restore Jerusalem's defenses. The mention of Hanun in this context highlights the participation of individuals and families in the rebuilding process, each taking responsibility for a portion of the work. It also demonstrates the importance of unity and cooperation in achieving a common goal.
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In Scripture
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- Nehemiah 3:30
"Next to him, Hananiah son of Shelemiah, as well as Hanun the sixth son of Zalaph, repaired another section. Next to them, Meshullam son of Berechiah made repairs opposite his own quarters."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | חָנוּן |