Medan
malePatriarchalMeaning: “Contention; judgment”
A son of Abraham by Keturah whose descendants settled among the peoples of the Arabian east.
Biography
Medan is one of the six sons of Abraham by Keturah (Genesis 25:2; 1 Chronicles 1:32). His name is often linked with that of his brother Midian, and his descendants were counted among the nomadic peoples east of Canaan to whom Abraham sent his later sons (Genesis 25:6).
Life Timeline
Born to Abraham and Keturah
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Themes & lessons from Medan
Biblical themes that run through the passages where Medan appears.
People they appear with
Scripture Appearances
2 verses in 2 booksGenesis1 verse
Genesis 25:2
And she bare him Zimran, and Jokshan, and Medan, and Midian, and Ishbak, and Shuah.
1 Chronicles1 verse
1 Chronicles 1:32
Now the sons of Keturah, Abraham's concubine: she bare Zimran, and Jokshan, and Medan, and Midian, and Ishbak, and Shuah. And the sons of Jokshan; Sheba, and Dedan.
Frequently asked about Medan
Who was Medan in the Bible?
A son of Abraham by Keturah whose descendants settled among the peoples of the Arabian east.
What does the name Medan mean?
The name Medan means “Contention; judgment”.
Who were Medan's parents?
Medan was the child of Abraham, Keturah.
Where does Medan appear in the Bible?
Medan is mentioned 2 times across 2 books: Genesis, 1 Chronicles.
What can we learn from Medan?
The story of Medan touches on themes of abraham, midian, midianites, keturah — explore each to study the lessons drawn from Medan's life.
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