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. When Baal-hanan diedBaal-hanan was a king of Edom, a region south of the Kingdom of Judah. The name "Baal-hanan" suggests a connection to the Canaanite deity Baal, indicating the syncretism present in Edomite culture. His death marks a transition in leadership, a common theme in the biblical narrative where the death of a leader often leads to significant changes or challenges for the people. 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 Persons / Places / Events 1. Baal-hananA king mentioned in the genealogies of Edom, who reigned before Hadad. His name suggests a connection to the Canaanite god Baal, indicating the syncretism present in Edom. 2. Hadad Successor to Baal-hanan as king. Hadad is a name associated with a storm god in ancient Near Eastern cultures, reflecting the influence of surrounding nations on Edom. 3. Pai The city over which Hadad reigned. Its exact location is uncertain, but it is significant as the center of Hadad's rule. 4. Mehetabel The wife of Hadad, whose lineage is noted, indicating the importance of family connections and heritage. 5. Matred and Me-zahab Ancestors of Mehetabel, highlighting the genealogical record that is a key feature of 1 Chronicles. Teaching Points The Importance of GenealogyThe genealogies in 1 Chronicles remind us of the importance of heritage and the continuity of God's plan through generations. Understanding our spiritual heritage can strengthen our faith and identity in Christ. Influence of Culture The names and titles in this passage reflect the cultural influences on Edom. As Christians, we must be aware of how cultural influences can shape our beliefs and practices, ensuring they align with biblical truth. Leadership and Legacy The transition of power from Baal-hanan to Hadad highlights the importance of leadership and the legacy we leave. As believers, we are called to lead with integrity and leave a legacy of faith. God's Sovereignty in History The detailed records of kings and their reigns demonstrate God's sovereignty over history. Despite human failings and cultural influences, God's purposes prevail. Bible Study Questions 1. How does the genealogy in 1 Chronicles 1:50 help us understand the broader account of the Bible, particularly the relationship between Israel and Edom?2. In what ways can cultural influences impact our faith today, and how can we ensure our beliefs remain rooted in Scripture? 3. What lessons can we learn from the leadership transitions in this passage about leaving a godly legacy? 4. How does understanding our spiritual heritage strengthen our identity and faith in Christ? 5. Reflect on a time when you saw God's sovereignty at work in your life or in history. How does this assurance of His control impact your daily walk with Him? Connections to Other Scriptures Genesis 36This chapter provides a parallel genealogy of the Edomite kings, offering additional context and details about the lineage and reigns of these figures. 1 Kings 11 Hadad is mentioned as an adversary of Solomon, providing a broader historical context and illustrating the ongoing tensions between Israel and Edom. Deuteronomy 2 Discusses the relationship between Israel and Edom, emphasizing the historical and familial connections between the two nations.
People Abida, Abimael, Abram, Achbor, Adam, Adbeel, Aholibamah, Aiah, Ajah, Akan, Aliah, Alian, Almodad, Alvah, Alvan, Amalek, Amorites, Amram, Anah, Anamim, Anamites, Aram, Aran, Arkite, Arkites, Arphaxad, Arvadite, Arvadites, Ashchenaz, Ashkenaz, Baalhanan, Bedad, Bela, Beor, Bilhan, Cainan, Caphthorim, Caphtorim, Caphtorites, Casluhim, Casluhites, Cheran, Dedan, Diklah, Dishan, Dishon, Dodanim, Dumah, Eber, Elah, Elam, Eldaah, Eliphaz, Elisha, Elishah, Enoch, Enosh, Ephah, Epher, Esau, Eshban, Ezar, Ezer, Gatam, Gether, Girgashite, Girgashites, Gomer, Hadad, Hadoram, Ham, Hamathite, Hamathites, Hanan, Hanoch, Havilah, Hazarmaveth, Hemdan, Henoch, Heth, Hittites, Hivite, Hivites, Homam, Hori, Hul, Husham, Iram, Isaac, Ishbak, Ishmael, Israelites, Ithran, Jaalam, Jakan, Japheth, Jared, Javan, Jebusites, Jerah, Jered, Jetheth, Jetur, Jeush, Jobab, Jokshan, Joktan, Kedar, Kedemah, Kenan, Kenaz, Keturah, Kittim, Korah, Lamech, Lehabim, Lehabites, Lotan, Lud, Ludim, Ludites, Madai, Magdiel, Magog, Mahalaleel, Manahath, Massa, Matred, Medan, Mehetabel, Meshech, Methuselah, Mezahab, Mibsam, Mibzar, Mishma, Mizraim, Mizzah, Nahath, Nahor, Naphish, Naphtuhim, Naphtuhites, Nebaioth, Nimrod, Noah, Omar, Onam, Ophir, Pathrusim, Peleg, Phut, Pinon, Reu, Reuel, Riphath, Sabta, Sabtecha, Samlah, Saul, Seba, Seir, Serug, Seth, Shammah, Shaul, Shelah, Sheleph, Shem, Shephi, Shepho, Sheth, Shobal, Shuah, Sinite, Sinites, Tarshish, Tema, Teman, Temanites, Terah, Timna, Timnah, Tiras, Togarmah, Tubal, Uzal, Zaavan, Zavan, Zemarite, Zemarites, Zephi, Zepho, Zerah, Zibeon, Zidon, ZimranPlaces Avith, Babylon, Bozrah, Dinhabah, Edom, Euphrates River, Masrekah, Midian, Moab, Pai, RehobothTopics Baal, Baalhanan, Baal-hanan, Ba'al-ha'nan, Daughter, Dead, Death, Died, Dieth, Hadad, Hanan, Matred, Mehetabel, Mehet'abel, Mezahab, Me'zahab, Me-zahab, Named, Pai, Pa'i, Pau, Reign, Reigned, Stead, Succeeded, Town, Wife, Wife'sDictionary of Bible Themes 1 Chronicles 1:24-34Library ChroniclesThe comparative indifference with which Chronicles is regarded in modern times by all but professional scholars seems to have been shared by the ancient Jewish church. Though written by the same hand as wrote Ezra-Nehemiah, and forming, together with these books, a continuous history of Judah, it is placed after them in the Hebrew Bible, of which it forms the concluding book; and this no doubt points to the fact that it attained canonical distinction later than they. Nor is this unnatural. The book … John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament Links 1 Chronicles 1:50 NIV1 Chronicles 1:50 NLT 1 Chronicles 1:50 ESV 1 Chronicles 1:50 NASB 1 Chronicles 1:50 KJV 1 Chronicles 1:50 Commentaries Bible Hub |
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