King living at the time of the Patriarchs
Baal-hanan was a king of Edom who reigned before Israel had kings.
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Baal-hanan was one of the kings who reigned in Edom before Israel had kings. He is mentioned in the lists of Edomite kings found in Gen.36.38-39 and 1Ch.1.49-50. Baal-hanan is described as the son of Achbor, and he succeeded Shaul as king of Edom. After his death, Hadad became king in his place. The text does not provide any details about the length or events of Baal-hanan's reign. His name, which means "Baal is gracious," suggests that the Canaanite deity Baal was worshiped in Edom at that time.
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4 verses in 2 books · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H1177
When Shaul died, Baal-hanan son of Achbor reigned in his place.
When Baal-hanan son of Achbor died, Hadad reigned in his place. His city was named Pau, and his wifeʼs name was Mehetabel daughter of Matred, the daughter of Me-zahab.
When Shaul died, Baal-hanan son of Achbor reigned in his place.
When Baal-hanan died, Hadad reigned in his place. His city was named Pau, and his wifeʼs name was Mehetabel daughter of Matred, the daughter of Me-zahab.
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