Lexical Definition
בֶּן־דֶּקֶר Ben-Deqer (ben-deh'-ker) Ben-deker N:N-M-P
from בֵּן and a derivative of דָּקַר; son of piercing (or of a lance)
the son of Dekar.
- § Ben-dekar = "son of stabbing" or "son of Dekar"
- Ben-Deker, an Israelite
1) an officer of Solomon
Extended Information
Brown-Driver-Briggs
בֶּןדֶּֿ֫קֶר proper name, masculine (?) (son of Deker) an officer of Solomon 1Kgs 4:9.
Brown-Driver-Briggs References
| Book | Refs |
|---|---|
| 1 Kings | 4:9 |
Profile
Male • Son of Deker • One of Solomon's twelve district governors.
Man living at the time of United Monarchy
Ben-deker was one of the twelve district governors appointed by Solomon to provide provisions for the king and his household.
- A man living at the time of United Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ki.4.9;
- only referred to as Ben-deker בֶּן־דֶּקֶר;
- a son of Deker דֶּקֶר.
Ben-deker is mentioned in 1 Kings 4:9 as one of the twelve district governors appointed by King Solomon to oversee the provision of food for the king and his household. Each governor was responsible for supplying provisions for one month out of the year. Ben-deker's district included Makaz, Shaalbim, Beth-shemesh, and Elon-beth-hanan. The appointment of these twelve governors was part of Solomon's administrative strategy to ensure the smooth running of his kingdom and the well-being of his court. The text does not provide any further details about Ben-deker's background, family, or personal characteristics. His inclusion in the list of governors highlights the importance of efficient administration and resource management in Solomon's reign.
All entries for Ben-deker: בֶּן־דֶּקֶר
Related Profiles:
- Deker (father)