Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Baal was a descendant of Reuben, the firstborn son of Jacob.
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Baal is briefly mentioned in 1Ch.5.5 as part of the genealogy of the tribe of Reuben. He is described as the son of Reaiah, who was the son of Micah, who was the son of Shimei. This lineage traces Baal's ancestry back to Reuben, the firstborn son of Israel (or 'Jacob'). The genealogy is given in the context of describing the clans and leaders of Reuben, suggesting that Baal and his family were part of this tribe.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H1168
Micah his son, Reaiah his son, Baal his son,
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