1 Kings 4:16
New International Version
Baana son of Hushai—in Asher and in Aloth;

New Living Translation
Baana son of Hushai, in Asher and in Aloth.

English Standard Version
Baana the son of Hushai, in Asher and Bealoth;

Berean Standard Bible
Baana son of Hushai in Asher and in Aloth;

King James Bible
Baanah the son of Hushai was in Asher and in Aloth:

New King James Version
Baanah the son of Hushai, in Asher and Aloth;

New American Standard Bible
Baana the son of Hushai in Asher and Bealoth;

NASB 1995
Baana the son of Hushai, in Asher and Bealoth;

NASB 1977
Baana the son of Hushai, in Asher and Bealoth;

Legacy Standard Bible
Baana the son of Hushai, in Asher and Bealoth;

Amplified Bible
Baana the son of Hushai, in [the tribe of] Asher and Bealoth;

Christian Standard Bible
Baana son of Hushai, in Asher and Bealoth;

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Baana son of Hushai, in Asher and Bealoth;

American Standard Version
Baana the son of Hushai, in Asher and Bealoth;

Contemporary English Version
Baana son of Hushai was in charge of the territory of Asher and the town of Bealoth.

English Revised Version
Baana the son of Hushai, in Asher and Bealoth:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
[Baana], son of Hushai, was in charge of Asher and Aloth.

Good News Translation
Baana son of Hushai: the region of Asher and the town of Bealoth

International Standard Version
Hushai's son Baana served in Asher and Bealoth;

Majority Standard Bible
Baana son of Hushai in Asher and in Aloth;

NET Bible
Baana son of Hushai was in charge of Asher and Aloth.

New Heart English Bible
Baana the son of Hushai, in Asher and in Aloth;

Webster's Bible Translation
Baanah the son of Hushai was in Asher and in Aloth:

World English Bible
Baana the son of Hushai, in Asher and Bealoth;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Baanah Ben-Hushai [is] in Asher, and in Aloth;

Young's Literal Translation
Baanah Ben-Hushai is in Asher, and in Aloth.

Smith's Literal Translation
Baana, son of Hushai in Asher and in Aloth:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Baana the son of Husi, in Aser and in Baloth.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Baana, the son of Hushai, in Asher and in Bealoth;

New American Bible
Baana, son of Hushai, in Asher and Aloth;

New Revised Standard Version
Baana son of Hushai, in Asher and Bealoth;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Baana the son of Hushai was in Asher and in Aloth;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Baana, son of Khushi, in Ashir and in Baluth
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Baana the son of Hushai, in Asher and Bealoth;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Baana son of Chusi, in Aser and in Baaloth, one,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Solomon's Twelve Officers
15Ahimaaz in Naphtali (he had married Basemath, a daughter of Solomon); 16Baana son of Hushai in Asher and in Aloth; 17Jehoshaphat son of Paruah in Issachar;…

Cross References
1 Kings 4:7-19
Solomon had twelve governors over all Israel to provide food for the king and his household. Each one would arrange provisions for one month of the year, / and these were their names: Ben-hur in the hill country of Ephraim; / Ben-deker in Makaz, in Shaalbim, in Beth-shemesh, and in Elon-beth-hanan; ...

1 Kings 9:22
But Solomon did not consign any of the Israelites to slavery, because they were his men of war, his servants, his officers, his captains, and the commanders of his chariots and cavalry.

1 Kings 10:15
not including the revenue from the merchants, traders, and all the Arabian kings and governors of the land.

1 Kings 12:4
“Your father put a heavy yoke on us. But now you must lighten the burden of your father’s service and the heavy yoke he put on us, and we will serve you.”

2 Chronicles 9:14
not including the revenue from the merchants and traders. And all the Arabian kings and governors of the land also brought gold and silver to Solomon.

2 Chronicles 10:4
“Your father put a heavy yoke on us. But now you must lighten the burden of your father’s service and the heavy yoke he put on us, and we will serve you.”

2 Samuel 20:23-26
Now Joab was over the whole army of Israel; Benaiah son of Jehoiada was over the Cherethites and Pelethites; / Adoram was in charge of the forced labor; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was the recorder; / Sheva was the scribe; Zadok and Abiathar were priests; ...

1 Samuel 8:11-17
He said, “This will be the manner of the king who will reign over you: He will take your sons and appoint them to serve his own chariots and horses, and to run in front of his chariots. / He will appoint some for himself as commanders of thousands and of fifties, and others to plow his ground, to reap his harvest, and to make his weapons of war and equipment for his chariots. / And he will take your daughters to be perfumers, cooks, and bakers. ...

1 Samuel 22:7
Then Saul said to his servants, “Listen, men of Benjamin! Is the son of Jesse giving all of you fields and vineyards and making you commanders of thousands or hundreds?

Genesis 41:34-36
Let Pharaoh take action and appoint commissioners over the land to take a fifth of the harvest of Egypt during the seven years of abundance. / Under the authority of Pharaoh, let them collect all the excess food from these good years, that they may come and lay up the grain to be preserved as food in the cities. / This food will be a reserve for the land during the seven years of famine to come upon the land of Egypt. Then the country will not perish in the famine.”

Exodus 18:21-22
Furthermore, select capable men from among the people—God-fearing, trustworthy men who are averse to dishonest gain. Appoint them over the people as leaders of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties, and of tens. / Have these men judge the people at all times. Then they can bring you any major issue, but all minor cases they can judge on their own, so that your load may be lightened as they share it with you.

Numbers 11:16-17
Then the LORD said to Moses, “Bring Me seventy of the elders of Israel known to you as leaders and officers of the people. Bring them to the Tent of Meeting and have them stand there with you. / And I will come down and speak with you there, and I will take some of the Spirit that is on you and put that Spirit on them. They will help you bear the burden of the people, so that you do not have to bear it by yourself.

Deuteronomy 1:13-15
Choose for yourselves wise, understanding, and respected men from each of your tribes, and I will appoint them as your leaders.” / And you answered me and said, “What you propose to do is good.” / So I took the leaders of your tribes, wise and respected men, and appointed them as leaders over you—as commanders of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties, and of tens, and as officers for your tribes.

Proverbs 29:12
If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will be wicked.

Isaiah 9:6-7
For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. / Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from that time and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this.


Treasury of Scripture

Baanah the son of Hushai was in Asher and in Aloth:

Asher

Joshua 19:24-31
And the fifth lot came out for the tribe of the children of Asher according to their families…

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1 Kings 4
1. Solomon's princes
7. His twelve officers for provision
20. The peace and largeness of his kingdom
22. His daily provision
26. His stable
29. His wisdom














Baana son of Hushai
Baana is one of the twelve officials appointed by King Solomon to provide provisions for the king and his household, each responsible for one month of the year. The name Baana means "son of affliction" or "in the affliction," which may reflect the challenges faced by those serving in administrative roles. Hushai, his father, is possibly the same Hushai who was a loyal friend and advisor to King David, known for his role in countering the counsel of Ahithophel during Absalom's rebellion (2 Samuel 15:32-37). This connection suggests a legacy of loyalty and service to the Davidic line.

in Asher
Asher is one of the twelve tribes of Israel, located in the northern part of the kingdom. The territory of Asher was known for its fertile land and abundance of olive oil, as mentioned in Genesis 49:20, where Jacob blesses Asher with prosperity. This region's agricultural wealth would have been significant for providing the necessary provisions for Solomon's court. The tribe of Asher is also noted in the blessings of Moses in Deuteronomy 33:24-25, emphasizing its prosperity and strength.

and in Aloth
Aloth is a less well-known location, and its exact identification remains uncertain. It is likely a district or a town within the territory of Asher. The mention of Aloth alongside Asher indicates the administrative division of the land for the purpose of resource management under Solomon's reign. This reflects the organized and systematic approach Solomon employed to maintain his kingdom, ensuring that each region contributed to the central administration. The division of labor and resources is reminiscent of the organizational wisdom attributed to Solomon, as seen in his request for wisdom in 1 Kings 3:9-12.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Baana
Baana is one of the twelve officials appointed by King Solomon to provide provisions for the king and his household. His role was significant in maintaining the prosperity and stability of Solomon's reign.

2. Hushai
Hushai is mentioned as Baana's father. While not much is detailed about Hushai in this specific verse, it is worth noting that another Hushai, known as "Hushai the Archite," was a friend and advisor to King David, Solomon's father.

3. Asher
This is a region in the northern part of Israel, named after one of the twelve tribes of Israel. It was known for its fertile land and abundance.

4. Aloth
A location within the region of Asher. The specific details about Aloth are not extensively covered in the Bible, but it is part of the administrative district overseen by Baana.

5. Solomon's Administration
This verse is part of a larger passage detailing the administrative organization under King Solomon, highlighting the structured and prosperous nature of his reign.
Teaching Points
God's Order and Structure
Solomon's administration reflects God's desire for order and structure in leadership. Effective governance requires delegation and trust in capable individuals.

Faithfulness in Service
Baana's role, though not extensively detailed, emphasizes the importance of faithfulness in whatever position God places us. Every role contributes to the greater good.

Prosperity through Obedience
The prosperity of Solomon's reign is a testament to the blessings that come from obedience to God's wisdom and commands.

Legacy and Influence
The mention of Hushai as Baana's father suggests the influence of family legacy and the impact of one's lineage in God's plan.(16) The ninth division, "in Asher and Aloth," bordered on the Tyrian territory, stretching north from Mount Carmel, first along the coast, and then behind the ranges of Lebanon. In Judges 1:31-32, we read that the tribe of Asher did not occupy the territory assigned them (Joshua 19:24-30), but mingled with the native inhabitants. Aloth (or in the Greek Version Baloth) is unknown, and Josephus places this province on the coast, near Achzib.

Verse 16. - Banaah [or Baana, the second prefect of that name (ver. 12). The names are identical in the Hebrew. In 2 Samuel 4:2 the name is Baanah] the son of Hushai [the Archite, David's friend. Cf. 2 Samuel 15:32] was in Asher and Aloth. [No town or district of this name is known. Probably the word should be Bealoth, as in the LXX., Syr., and Vulg. Our translators have taken the initial בְּ for a prefix, but it is almost certainly part of the name. There was a Baaloth in Judah (Joshua 15:24) and a Baaloth in Dan (ibid. 19:44), but neither of these can be meant here.]

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Baana
בַּֽעֲנָא֙ (ba·‘ă·nā)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1195: Baana -- the name of several Israelites

son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Hushai
חוּשָׁ֔י (ḥū·šāy)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2365: Hushai -- two Israelites

in Asher
בְּאָשֵׁ֖ר (bə·’ā·šêr)
Preposition-b | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 836: Asher -- 'happy one', a son of Jacob, also the tribe descended from him, also perhaps a city in Palestine

and in Aloth;
וּבְעָלֽוֹת׃ (ū·ḇə·‘ā·lō·wṯ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1175: Bealoth -- 'mistresses', a city in southern Judah, also a city of uncertain location


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