Warrior living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Bilhan, a Benjamite, was the son of Jediael and had seven sons who were heads of families.
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Bilhan was a member of the tribe of Benjamin, the son of Jediael (1Ch. 7:10). He had seven sons: Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar. These sons were described as mighty warriors and heads of their families, indicating their strength, leadership, and importance within the tribe of Benjamin. The genealogy of Benjamin in Chronicles highlights the significance of family lineage and the preservation of tribal records. It also demonstrates the military prowess of the Benjamites, who were known for their skill in battle and their strategic location in the land of Israel.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H1092
The son of Jediael: Bilhan. The sons of Bilhan: Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar.
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