Strong’s H0917

בְּדָן

Part of speech

Proper Name Masculine

Transliteration

Bdan

Pronunciation

beh-DAHN

Definition

Bedan

Meaning

Bedan

Usage

Bedan is a name mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in 1 Samuel 12:11. The name is associated with a deliverer or judge of Israel. The exact identity of Bedan is debated among scholars, with some suggesting it may refer to a lesser-known judge or be a textual variant or corruption of another name, such as Barak or Abdon.

Bible references

1 Samuel 12:11;1 Chronicles 7:17