Strong’s H1719

דָּדָן

Part of speech

proper name, of a location; proper name, of a location or a people

Transliteration

Ddan

Pronunciation

deh-DAHN

Definition

Dedan

Meaning

Dedan

Usage

Dedan refers to both a person and a place in the Bible. As a person, Dedan is a descendant of Cush and a grandson of Ham, making him a member of the Hamitic line (Genesis 10:7). Dedan is also mentioned as a descendant of Abraham through Keturah (Genesis 25:3). As a place, Dedan is associated with a trading people known for their commerce and caravans, often linked with the regions of Arabia.

Bible references

Genesis 10:7;Genesis 25:3;Genesis 25:3;1 Chronicles 1:9;1 Chronicles 1:32;Jeremiah 25:23;Jeremiah 49:8;Ezekiel 25:13;Ezekiel 27:15;Ezekiel 27:20;Ezekiel 38:13