Baladan

A man living at the time of the divided kingdom, father of Merodach-baladan, mentioned in 2 Kings 20:12.

About Baladan

The king of Babylon and father of Merodach-baladan. Baladan’s son sent letters and a gift to King Hezekiah of Judah after Hezekiah’s recovery from a serious illness (2 Kings 20:12; Isaiah 39:1).

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Family Relationships

Parents
Baladan
Child
Merodach-baladan

Key References

2 Kings 20:12

At that time Merodach-baladan son of Baladan king of Babylon sent letters and a gift to Hezekiah, for he had heard about Hezekiah’s illness.

Isaiah 39:1

At that time Merodach-baladan son of Baladan king of Babylon sent letters and a gift to Hezekiah, for he had heard about Hezekiah’s illness and recovery.

All Scripture References (2)

2 Kings (1)
2 Kings 20:12

At that time Merodach-baladan son of Baladan king of Babylon sent letters and a gift to Hezekiah, for he had heard about Hezekiah’s illness.

Isaiah (1)
Isaiah 39:1

At that time Merodach-baladan son of Baladan king of Babylon sent letters and a gift to Hezekiah, for he had heard about Hezekiah’s illness and recovery.