1 Kings 4:16
1 Kings 4:16 in Multiple Translations
Baana son of Hushai in Asher and in Aloth;
Baanah the son of Hushai was in Asher and in Aloth:
Baana the son of Hushai, in Asher and Bealoth;
Baana, the son of Hushai, in Asher and Aloth;
Baana, son of Hushai, in Asher and in Aloth;
Baanah the sonne of Hushai in Asher and in Aloth:
Baanah Ben-Hushai [is] in Asher, and in Aloth.
Baana the son of Hushai, in Asher and Bealoth;
Baanah the son of Hushai was in Asher and in Aloth:
Baana the son of Husi, in Aser and in Baloth.
Hushai’s son Baana, for the territory of the tribe of Asher and for Aloth town;
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Kings 4:16
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1 Kings 4:16 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בַּֽעֲנָא֙
בֶּן
חוּשָׁ֔י
בְּ/אָשֵׁ֖ר
וּ/בְעָלֽוֹת
בַּֽעֲנָא֙
Baʻănâʼ
H1195
Baana
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
חוּשָׁ֔י
Chûwshay
H2365
Hushai
N-proper
בְּ/אָשֵׁ֖ר
ʼÂshêr
H836
Asher
Prep | N-proper
וּ/בְעָלֽוֹת
Bᵉʻâlôwth
H1175
Bealoth
Conj | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Kings 4:16
בַּֽעֲנָא֙
Baʻănâʼ
H1195
"Baana"
N-proper
Baana means in affliction and is the name of four Israelites, including a commissariat officer under Solomon and a father of Zadok who helped rebuild Jerusalem's wall.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.3.4; father of: Zadok (H6659J) § Baana or Baanah = "in the affliction" 1) the son of Ahilud, Solomon's commissariat officer in Jezreel and the north of the Jordan valley 2) another of Solomon's officers 3) father of Zadok who assisted in rebuilding the wall of Jerusalem under Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Baana, Baanah. See also: 1 Kings 4:12; 1 Kings 4:16; Nehemiah 3:4.
בֶּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
חוּשָׁ֔י
Chûwshay
H2365
"Hushai"
N-proper
Hushai was a friend of King David and an Archite, first mentioned in 2 Samuel 15:32. He was also the father of Baana, an officer of Solomon. His name means hastening.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.15.32; father of: Baana (H1195H) § Hushai = "hasting" 1) an Archite, a friend of David 2) the father of Baana, an officer of Solomon; probably the same as 1
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: Hushai. See also: 2 Samuel 15:32; 2 Samuel 17:6; 1 Chronicles 27:33.
בְּ/אָשֵׁ֖ר
ʼÂshêr
H836
"Asher"
Prep | N-proper
Asher was the eighth son of Jacob and one of the twelve tribes of Israel, mentioned in Genesis 30:13. The tribe of Asher was known for its happy and blessed people. Asher is also the name of a region in Palestine.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Asher living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.30.13; son of: Israel (H3478) and Zilpah (H2153); brother of: Gad (H1410); half-brother of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074), Dinah (H1783), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); father of: Imnah (H3232), Ishvah (H3438), Ishvi (H3440), Beriah (H1283) and Serah (H8294); also translated "pine" or "cypress wood" at Ezk.27.6(?); Ashurite at 2Sa.2.9(?); § Asher = "happy" 1) son of Jacob and Zilpah 2) the tribe descended from Asher 3) a city east of Shechem in Manasseh
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: Asher See also: Genesis 30:13; Joshua 17:11; Ezekiel 48:34.
וּ/בְעָלֽוֹת
Bᵉʻâlôwth
H1175
"Bealoth"
Conj | N-proper
Bealoth means mistresses, a town in south Judah, also known as Baalath-beer in the Bible.
Definition: Baalath or Bealoth = "mistresses" a town in south Judah Another name of ba.a.lat be.er (בַּעֲלַת בְּאֵר "Baalath-beer" H1192)
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Bealoth, in Aloth (by mistake for a plural from H5927 (עָלָה) with prepositional prefix). See also: Joshua 15:24; 1 Kings 4:16.
Study Notes — 1 Kings 4:16
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- Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 4:16
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 4:16
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 4:16
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 4:16
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 4:16
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 4:16
Context — Solomon’s Twelve Officers
14Ahinadab son of Iddo in Mahanaim;
15Ahimaaz in Naphtali (he had married Basemath, a daughter of Solomon);
16Baana son of Hushai in Asher and in Aloth;
17Jehoshaphat son of Paruah in Issachar; 18Shimei son of Ela in Benjamin;Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joshua 19:24–31 | The fifth lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Asher: Their territory included Helkath, Hali, Beten, Achshaph, Allammelech, Amad, and Mishal. On the west the border touched Carmel and Shihor-libnath, then turned eastward toward Beth-dagon, touched Zebulun and the Valley of Iphtah-el, and went north to Beth-emek and Neiel, passing Cabul on the left. It went on to Ebron, Rehob, Hammon, and Kanah, as far as Greater Sidon. The border then turned back toward Ramah as far as the fortified city of Tyre, turned toward Hosah, and came out at the Sea in the region of Achzib, Ummah, Aphek, and Rehob. There were twenty-two cities, along with their villages. This was the inheritance of the clans of the tribe of Asher, including these cities and their villages. |
| 2 | 2 Samuel 15:32 | When David came to the summit, where he used to worship God, Hushai the Archite was there to meet him with his robe torn and dust on his head. |
1 Kings 4:16 Summary
This verse, 1 Kings 4:16, tells us about Baana son of Hushai, who was in charge of the districts of Asher and Aloth, providing food for King Solomon and his household. Just like Baana, we all have roles to play in serving others, as seen in Galatians 5:13. We can learn from his example by being faithful in our own responsibilities and trusting God to guide us, as described in Proverbs 3:5-6. By doing so, we can reflect God's heart for order and administration, as seen in 1 Corinthians 14:40, and bring glory to Him in all we do.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Baana son of Hushai and why is he mentioned in 1 Kings 4:16?
Baana son of Hushai was one of King Solomon's twelve district governors, responsible for providing food for the king and his household, as mentioned in 1 Kings 4:7, and his district included Asher and Aloth.
What was the significance of the districts in 1 Kings 4:16?
The districts mentioned in 1 Kings 4:16, including Asher and Aloth, were part of the twelve districts established by King Solomon to provide for his household, as described in 1 Kings 4:7-19, and were similar to the system of governance described in Exodus 18:21-22.
How did Baana's role as a governor relate to the rest of the kingdom?
As a governor, Baana son of Hushai played a crucial role in the administration of King Solomon's kingdom, working together with other governors to provide for the king's household and maintain order, as seen in 1 Kings 4:1-19 and Proverbs 24:3-4.
What can we learn from the example of Baana son of Hushai in 1 Kings 4:16?
Baana's example teaches us about the importance of faithful service and leadership, as seen in 1 Kings 4:16 and 1 Timothy 3:1-13, and reminds us that our roles, no matter how big or small, contribute to the greater good of the kingdom of God, as described in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31.
Reflection Questions
- What does Baana's role as a governor teach me about my own responsibilities and service to others?
- How can I, like Baana, faithfully fulfill my duties and provide for those around me?
- In what ways can I apply the principle of faithful governance and leadership in my own life, as seen in the example of Baana son of Hushai?
- What does this verse reveal about God's heart for order and administration, and how can I reflect that in my own life?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 4:16
Baanah the son of Hushai [was] in Asher,.... In the tribe of Asher; a very plentiful tribe, particularly for oil; this officer was perhaps the son of Hushai, the Archite, David's friend, and, it may
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 4:16
Baanah the son of Hushai was in Asher and in Aloth: No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 4:16
1 Kings 4:16 Baanah the son of Hushai [was] in Asher and in Aloth:Ver. 16. And in Aloth.] Called also Elath.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 4:16
(16) The ninth division, “in Asher and Aloth,” bordered on the Tyrian territory, stretching north from Mount Carmel, first along the coast, and then behind the ranges of Lebanon. In Judges 1:31-32, we read that the tribe of Asher did not occupy the territory assigned them (Joshua 19:24-30), but mingled with the native inhabitants. Aloth (or in the Greek Version Baloth) is unknown, and Josephus places this province on the coast, near Achzib.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 4:16
16. Baanah] The Hebrew orthography is the same as in 1 Kings 4:12. So read Baana. Here another son of his father’s friend is cared for by Solomon. Hushai, father of Baana, was devoted to David’s cause in the rebellion of Absalom (2 Samuel 15:32) and it speaks well for Solomon that this devotion is not forgotten. and in Aloth] We meet nowhere else with the name Aloth. The LXX. read Βααλώθ, which the Vulg. follows in Baloth. Hence the R.V. has given and Bealoth taking the initial α not as a preposition = in, but as part of the proper name. The name does occur (Joshua 15:24) but there it is of a place in the south of Judah. There may however have been another town or district so named elsewhere. The tribe of Asher, near to which this place must have been, lay on the sea-board, southward from Ph�nicia, while Naphtali was to the east, and somewhat north, of it, above what in later times was the sea of Galilee.
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 4:16
16. Hushai — Perhaps the friend of David mentioned in 2 Samuel 15:32. Asher — See at Joshua 19:24-31. Aloth — or Baaloth, as Septuagint and Vulgate read the word. It is now unknown.