Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Baal-hanan the Gederite was in charge of the olive and sycamore trees in the lowlands under David's reign.
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Baal-hanan the Gederite was one of the officials who served under King David. In 1Ch.27.28, he is described as being in charge of the olive and sycamore trees in the lowlands, which were likely the coastal plains and foothills of Judah. This was an important role, as olive oil and sycamore fruit were valuable crops in ancient Israel. Baal-hanan's title "the Gederite" suggests he was from the town of Geder or had an association with that place.
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Lord of grace. (1.) A king of Edom, son of Achbor (Gen. 36:38, 39; 1 Chr. 1:49, 50). (2.) An overseer of “the olive trees and sycomore trees in the low plains” (the Shephelah) under David (1 Chr. 27:28).
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H1177
Baal-hanan the Gederite was in charge of the olive and sycamore trees in the foothills. Joash was in charge of the stores of olive oil.
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