Overview
The Bible addresses midian across 4 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Genesis and 1 Chronicles. Closely related themes include Abraham, Midianites, Keturah and Shem. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Midian, Keturah, Zimran and Jokshan.
Key Bible verses about midian
Old Testament
Genesis
1 Chronicles
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.
And the sons of Midian; Ephah, and Epher, and Henoch, and Abida, and Eldaah. All these are the sons of Keturah.
People in the Bible and midian
Biblical figures whose stories intersect with this theme.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying midian for yourself
- Begin with Genesis 25:2, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how Genesis and 1 Chronicles each treat the theme.
- Consider the lives of Midian, Keturah and Zimran and how their stories intersect with it.
- Widen the study to related themes: Abraham, Midianites, Keturah and Shem.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about midian?
The Bible addresses midian across 4 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Genesis and 1 Chronicles. Closely related themes include Abraham, Midianites, Keturah and Shem. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Midian, Keturah, Zimran and Jokshan.
How many Bible verses are about midian?
The Bible references midian in 4 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention midian?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Genesis 25:2: “And she bare him Zimran, and Jokshan, and Medan, and Midian, and Ishbak, and Shuah.”
Which people in the Bible are associated with midian?
Midian, Keturah, Zimran, Jokshan and Medan.
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