Hadad הֲדַד
King of Edom, succeeded Husham.
Biography
Hadad, son of Bedad, was a king of Edom mentioned in Gen.36.35-36 and 1Ch.1.46-47. He succeeded Husham as king of Edom. Hadad defeated the Midianites in the country of Moab, which suggests that during his reign, Edom had a military conflict with Midian. The city of Avith is mentioned as the place where Hadad reigned, but its exact location is unknown.
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In Scripture
2 biblical books ; 1 with study contentGenesis 2 verses Study available
- Genesis 36:35
"Husham died, and Hadad, the son of Bedad, who struck Midian in the field of Moab, reigned in his place. The name of his city was Avith."
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"Hadad died, and Samlah of Masrekah reigned in his place."
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1 Chronicles 2 verses
- 1 Chronicles 1:46
"Husham died, and Hadad the son of Bedad, who struck Midian in the field of Moab, reigned in his place; and the name of his city was Avith."
- 1 Chronicles 1:47
"Hadad died, and Samlah of Masrekah reigned in his place."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | הֲדַד | H1908G |