Bela בֶּ֫לַע
Son of Beor, the first king of Edom.
Biography
Bela, the son of Beor, is mentioned in Gen.36.32-33 and 1Ch.1.43-44 as the first king of Edom. The context of these passages is the genealogy of Esau, also known as Edom, and the list of kings who reigned in Edom before Israel had a king. Bela is described as reigning in Edom, with his city named Dinhabah. The mention of Bela as the first king suggests that he played a significant role in establishing the Edomite monarchy. The fact that he reigned before Israel had a king highlights the political development of Edom as a nation.
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In Scripture
2 biblical books ; 1 with study contentGenesis 2 verses Study available
- Genesis 36:32
"Bela, the son of Beor, reigned in Edom. The name of his city was Dinhabah."
Study Genesis → - Genesis 36:33
"Bela died, and Jobab, the son of Zerah of Bozrah, reigned in his place."
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1 Chronicles 2 verses
- 1 Chronicles 1:43
"Now these are the kings who reigned in the land of Edom, before any king reigned over the children of Israel: Bela the son of Beor; and the name of his city was Dinhabah."
- 1 Chronicles 1:44
"Bela died, and Jobab the son of Zerah of Bozrah reigned in his place."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | בֶּ֫לַע | H1106G |