Who or what is Baal (2) in the Bible?

Ancient Context: Baal (2)

⚡ IN BRIEF (SUMMARY)

Baal (2) is a son of Shobal, a descendant of Seir the Horite, listed in the genealogical records of Genesis 36:28 and 1 Chronicles 1:42.

What is the meaning of Baal (2) in the Bible?

Baal (2) is a son of Shobal, a descendant of Seir the Horite, listed in the genealogical records of Genesis 36:28 and 1 Chronicles 1:42.

SIGNIFICANCE

Identifying this individual clarifies the complex tribal lineage of the Horites and distinguishes this personal name from the more common title or deity name Baal found elsewhere in the Hebrew Bible.

Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide

Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Baal (2) reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.

Bible Study Reflection Prompts:

Why did the biblical author mention Baal (2) in this passage?
What cultural or historical assumption does Baal (2) clarify?

Scripture Passages Mentioned: Genesis 36:281 Chronicles 1:42

Source Attribution & Provenance

Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE) and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been editorially modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and formatted for fast contextual reference.

How to Cite This Entry

          "Baal (2)." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/baal-2/
        

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