Zethanזֵיתָן
Son of Bilhan, a Benjamite
Who is Zethan in the Bible?
Zethan was a son of Bilhan and a member of the tribe of Benjamin, mentioned in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles 7:10. He was part of a prominent Benjamite family line that descended from Jediael, one of Benjamin's sons, and is listed alongside his brothers Jeush and Benjamin. Though Zethan himself is not described as performing any significant actions in Scripture, his inclusion in the genealogical account of 1 Chronicles reflects the importance the biblical authors placed on documenting the family structure and lineage of the twelve tribes of Israel. This genealogical record helps establish the historical continuity and tribal identity of Benjamin during the period of Israel's early settlement.
Biography
Zethan was a Benjamite mentioned in the genealogy of the tribe of Benjamin in 1 Chronicles 7. He was a son of Bilhan and a descendant of Jediael, one of the sons of Benjamin. Zethan is listed along with his brothers Jeush and Benjamin. This genealogical record provides insight into the family structure and lineage of the tribe of Benjamin.
Family
Siblings
- 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 →
- 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 | זֵיתָן |