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Jachan

יַכָן/JAY-kan/

“Mourner, or affliction”

Summary

One of the chief men of the tribe of Gad who lived in Bashan.

☩Identity

Jachan was one of seven chief Gadite 'brothers' resident in Bashan (1 Chronicles 5:13). He was among the heads of families listed in the genealogical records of Gad.

Key verses:1 Chronicles 5:13

Related Verses1 mention

1 Chronicles· 1 verse

5:13

References

  1. 1.John McClintock and James Strong, "Jachan," in Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature, vol. IV (Harper & Brothers, 1867–1887).
  2. 2.F. N. Peloubet & M. A. Peloubet (ed.), "Jachan," in Smith's Bible Dictionary (Porter & Coates, 1884).