Lexical Definition
בֶּן־חֶסֶד Ben-Cheçed (ben-kheh'-sed) Ben-hesed N:N-M-P
from בֵּן and חֵסֵד; son of kindness
the son of Hesed.
- § Ben-hesed = "son of mercy"
- Ben-Chesed, an Israelite
1) an officer of Solomon
Extended Information
Brown-Driver-Briggs
בֶּןחֶֿ֫סֶד proper name, masculine (son of mercy) an officer of Solomon 1Kgs 4:10.
Brown-Driver-Briggs References
| Book | Refs |
|---|---|
| 1 Kings | 4:10 |
Profile
Male • Son of Hesed • Solomon's officer in Aruboth
Man living at the time of United Monarchy
Ben-hesed was one of Solomon's twelve officers over Israel.
- A man living at the time of United Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ki.4.10;
- only referred to as Ben-hesed בֶּן־חֶסֶד;
- a son of Hesed חֶסֶד.
Ben-hesed was one of the twelve officers appointed by King Solomon to oversee the provision of food for the royal household. He was responsible for the district of Aruboth (1 Ki. 4:10). These officers, each assigned to a specific region, ensured a steady supply of provisions for the king and his court. They collected the necessary resources from their respective districts, contributing to the wealth and stability of Solomon's reign. Ben-hesed's role demonstrates the efficient administrative structure implemented by Solomon to manage his kingdom.
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Related Profiles:
- Hesed (father)