Genesis 36:38
New International Version
When Shaul died, Baal-Hanan son of Akbor succeeded him as king.

New Living Translation
When Shaul died, Baal-hanan son of Acbor became king in his place.

English Standard Version
Shaul died, and Baal-hanan the son of Achbor reigned in his place.

Berean Standard Bible
When Shaul died, Baal-hanan son of Achbor reigned in his place.

King James Bible
And Saul died, and Baalhanan the son of Achbor reigned in his stead.

New King James Version
When Saul died, Baal-Hanan the son of Achbor reigned in his place.

New American Standard Bible
Then Shaul died, and Baal-hanan the son of Achbor became king in his place.

NASB 1995
Then Shaul died, and Baal-hanan the son of Achbor became king in his place.

NASB 1977
Then Shaul died, and Baal-hanan the son of Achbor became king in his place.

Legacy Standard Bible
Then Shaul died, and Baal-hanan the son of Achbor became king in his place.

Amplified Bible
And Shaul died, and Baal-hanan son of Achbor reigned as his successor.

Christian Standard Bible
When Shaul died, Baal-hanan son of Achbor reigned in his place.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
When Shaul died, Baal-hanan son of Achbor became king in his place.

American Standard Version
And Shaul died, and Baal-hanan the son of Achbor reigned in his stead.

English Revised Version
And Shaul died, and Baal-hanan the son of Achbor reigned in his stead.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
After Shaul died, Baal Hanan, son of Achbor, succeeded him as king.

International Standard Version
After Shaul died, Achbor's son Baal-hanan ruled in his place.

Majority Standard Bible
When Shaul died, Baal-hanan son of Achbor reigned in his place.

NET Bible
When Shaul died, Baal-Hanan the son of Achbor reigned in his place.

New Heart English Bible
And Shaul died, and Baal Hanan the son of Achbor reigned in his place.

Webster's Bible Translation
And Saul died, and Baal-hanan the son of Achbor reigned in his stead.

World English Bible
Shaul died, and Baal Hanan the son of Achbor reigned in his place.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Saul dies, and Ba‘al-hanan son of Achbor reigns in his stead;

Young's Literal Translation
and Saul dieth, and reign in his stead doth Baal-hanan son of Achbor;

Smith's Literal Translation
And Saul will die, and Baal-Hanan will reign in his stead, the son of Achbor.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And when he also was dead, Balanan the son of Achobor succeeded to the kingdom.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And when he also had passed away, Baal-hanan, the son of Achbor, succeeded to the kingdom.

New American Bible
When Shaul died, Baal-hanan, son of Achbor, succeeded him as king.

New Revised Standard Version
Shaul died, and Baal-hanan son of Achbor succeeded him as king.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And Saul died, and Baal-hanan, the son of Abcor, reigned in his stead.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Shawal died and Belkhnan, son of Abakur, reigned after him.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And Shaul died, and Baal-hanan the son of Achbor reigned in his stead.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Saul died; and Ballenon the son of Achobor reigned in his stead.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Kings of Edom
37When Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth on the Euphrates reigned in his place. 38When Shaul died, Baal-hanan son of Achbor reigned in his place. 39When Baal-hanan son of Achbor died, Hadad reigned in his place. His city was named Pau, and his wife’s name was Mehetabel daughter of Matred, the daughter of Me-zahab.…

Cross References
1 Chronicles 1:50
When Baal-hanan died, Hadad reigned in his place. His city was named Pau, and his wife’s name was Mehetabel daughter of Matred, the daughter of Me-zahab.

1 Chronicles 1:51
Then Hadad died. Now the chiefs of Edom were Timna, Alvah, Jetheth,

Genesis 25:13-16
These are the names of the sons of Ishmael in the order of their birth: Nebaioth the firstborn of Ishmael, then Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam, / Mishma, Dumah, Massa, / Hadad, Tema, Jetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. ...

Genesis 36:31-39
These are the kings who reigned in the land of Edom before any king reigned over the Israelites: / Bela son of Beor reigned in Edom; the name of his city was Dinhabah. / When Bela died, Jobab son of Zerah from Bozrah reigned in his place. ...

Exodus 15:15
Then the chiefs of Edom will be dismayed; trembling will seize the leaders of Moab; those who dwell in Canaan will melt away,

Numbers 20:14-21
From Kadesh, Moses sent messengers to tell the king of Edom, “This is what your brother Israel says: You know all the hardship that has befallen us, / how our fathers went down to Egypt, where we lived many years. The Egyptians mistreated us and our fathers, / and when we cried out to the LORD, He heard our voice, sent an angel, and brought us out of Egypt. Now look, we are in Kadesh, a city on the edge of your territory. ...

Deuteronomy 2:4-5
and command the people: ‘You will pass through the territory of your brothers, the descendants of Esau, who live in Seir. They will be afraid of you, so you must be very careful. / Do not provoke them, for I will not give you any of their land, not even a footprint, because I have given Mount Seir to Esau as his possession.

Deuteronomy 2:12
The Horites used to live in Seir, but the descendants of Esau drove them out. They destroyed the Horites from before them and settled in their place, just as Israel did in the land that the LORD gave them as their possession.)

Deuteronomy 2:22
just as He had done for the descendants of Esau who lived in Seir, when He destroyed the Horites from before them. They drove them out and have lived in their place to this day.

1 Samuel 14:47
After Saul had assumed the kingship over Israel, he fought against all his enemies on every side—the Moabites, the Ammonites, the Edomites, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines. Wherever he turned, he routed them.

2 Samuel 8:14
He placed garrisons throughout Edom, and all the Edomites were subject to David. So the LORD made David victorious wherever he went.

1 Kings 11:14-17
Then the LORD raised up against Solomon an adversary, Hadad the Edomite, from the royal line of Edom. / Earlier, when David was in Edom, Joab the commander of the army had gone to bury the dead and had struck down every male in Edom. / Joab and all Israel had stayed there six months, until he had killed every male in Edom. ...

2 Kings 8:20-22
In the days of Jehoram, Edom rebelled against the hand of Judah and appointed their own king. / So Jehoram crossed over to Zair with all his chariots. When the Edomites surrounded him and his chariot commanders, he rose up and attacked by night. His troops, however, fled to their homes. / So to this day Edom has been in rebellion against the hand of Judah. Likewise, Libnah rebelled at the same time.

Psalm 60:8
Moab is My washbasin; upon Edom I toss My sandal; over Philistia I shout in triumph.”

Psalm 108:9
Moab is My washbasin; upon Edom I toss My sandal; over Philistia I shout in triumph.”


Treasury of Scripture

And Saul died, and Baalhanan the son of Achbor reigned in his stead.

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Genesis 36:38
And Saul died, and Baalhanan the son of Achbor reigned in his stead.

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Genesis 36
1. Esau's three wives.
6. His removal to mount Seir.
9. His sons.
15. The dukes which descended of his sons.
20. The sons and dukes of Seir the Horite.
24. Anah finds mules.
31. The kings of Edom.
40. The dukes that descended of Esau.














When Shaul died
The phrase marks a transition in leadership, a common theme in the genealogical and historical records of the Bible. The name "Shaul" is of Hebrew origin, meaning "asked for" or "prayed for." This reflects the cultural and spiritual practice of seeking divine guidance in leadership. The death of a leader often signifies a period of change and uncertainty, yet it also opens the door for new beginnings and divine orchestration in the unfolding of God's plan.

Baal-hanan
The name "Baal-hanan" is intriguing, as it combines "Baal," a term often associated with Canaanite deities, and "hanan," meaning "gracious" or "merciful" in Hebrew. This juxtaposition may reflect the syncretism present in the region, where local customs and names were interwoven with the worship of Yahweh. It serves as a reminder of the cultural and religious complexities faced by the Israelites and the importance of maintaining faithfulness to God amidst external influences.

son of Achbor
"Achbor" means "mouse" in Hebrew, a name that might seem humble or insignificant. However, in the biblical context, names often carry deeper meanings or reflect the character and destiny of individuals. The mention of lineage emphasizes the importance of heritage and the continuity of God's promises through generations. It also highlights the interconnectedness of families and tribes in the unfolding narrative of God's people.

reigned in his place
This phrase signifies the continuation of governance and the stability of leadership. The concept of reigning is deeply rooted in the biblical understanding of authority and stewardship. In the Hebrew context, a king or leader was expected to rule with justice, wisdom, and a heart aligned with God's will. The transition of power is a reminder of God's sovereignty over human affairs and His ability to raise leaders according to His purpose.

Verse 38. - And Saul died, and Baal-hanan - "Lord of Benignity" (Gesenius) - the son of Achbor - "Mouse" (Gesenius) - reigned in his stead.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
When Shaul
שָׁא֑וּל (šā·’ūl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7586: Saul -- first king of Israel, also an Edomite and two Israelites

died,
וַיָּ֖מָת (way·yā·māṯ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 4191: To die, to kill

Baal-hanan
חָנָ֖ן (ḥā·nān)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1177: Baal-hanan -- 'Baal is gracious', a king of Edom, also an Israelite

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

of Achbor
עַכְבּֽוֹר׃ (‘aḵ·bō·wr)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5907: Achbor -- 'mouse', an Israelite, also an Edomite

reigned
וַיִּמְלֹ֣ךְ (way·yim·lōḵ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 4427: To reign, inceptively, to ascend the throne, to induct into royalty, to take counsel

in his place.
תַּחְתָּ֔יו (taḥ·tāw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's 8478: The bottom, below, in lieu of


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