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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Alian</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/a/alian.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/1_chronicles/1-40.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/a/alian.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Alian</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/a/al'iah.htm" title="Al'iah">◄</a> Alian <a href="/topical/a/al'ian.htm" title="Al'ian">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#hit" title="Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary">Hitchcock's</a> • <a href="#smi" title="Smith's Bible Dictionary">Smith's</a> • <a href="#isb" title="International Standard Bible Encyclopedia">ISBE</a> • <a href="#cnc" title="Multiversion Concordance">Concordance</a> • <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> • <a href="#heb" title="Strong's Hebrew Concordance">Hebrew</a> • <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>Alian is a biblical figure mentioned in the genealogies of the Old Testament. He is identified as a descendant of Seir the Horite, a group of people who inhabited the land of Edom before the descendants of Esau. Alian is listed among the chiefs of the Horites, indicating a position of leadership and prominence within his community.<br><br><b>Biblical References:</b><br><br>Alian is mentioned in <a href="/1_chronicles/1-40.htm">1 Chronicles 1:40</a>, where the genealogy of the Horites is recorded. The Berean Standard Bible states: "The sons of Shobal: Alian, Manahath, Ebal, Shepho, and Onam." This passage places Alian within the broader context of the descendants of Seir, who were integrated into the Edomite lineage through intermarriage and conquest.<br><br><b>Genealogical Context:</b><br><br>The genealogies in 1 Chronicles serve to establish the historical and familial connections between various peoples and tribes in the ancient Near East. Alian's inclusion in these records highlights the interconnectedness of the Horites and the Edomites. The Horites, as descendants of Seir, were eventually absorbed into the Edomite nation, which was founded by Esau, the brother of Jacob.<br><br><b>Cultural and Historical Significance:</b><br><br>The mention of Alian and other Horite chiefs underscores the complex social and political landscape of the region during the patriarchal period. The Horites, as indigenous inhabitants of Edom, played a significant role in the early history of the area. Their integration into the Edomite society reflects the broader theme of God's providence and the unfolding of His plan through various peoples and nations.<br><br><b>Theological Implications:</b><br><br>From a theological perspective, the genealogies, including the mention of Alian, demonstrate God's sovereignty over history and His ability to work through diverse groups to accomplish His purposes. The inclusion of non-Israelite figures like Alian in the biblical narrative serves as a reminder of the universal scope of God's plan and His concern for all nations.<br><br><b>Conclusion:</b><br><br>While Alian is a relatively obscure figure in the biblical text, his mention in the genealogies of 1 Chronicles provides valuable insight into the historical and cultural context of the ancient Near East. His role as a chief among the Horites highlights the interconnectedness of various peoples and the unfolding of God's redemptive plan throughout history.<a name="hit" id="hit"></a><div class="vheading2">Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary</div><span class="encheading">Alian</span><p>high<a name="smi" id="smi"></a><div class="vheading2">Smith's Bible Dictionary</div><span class="encheading">Alian</span><p>[<a href="../a/alvan.htm">ALVAN</a>]<a name="isb" id="isb"></a><div class="vheading2">International Standard Bible Encyclopedia</div><span class="encheading">ALIAN</span><p>a-li'-an (`alyan): A descendant of Esau, and son of Shobal (<a href="/1_chronicles/1-40.htm">1 Chronicles 1:40</a>). In the corresponding earlier genealogy (<a href="/genesis/36-23.htm">Genesis 36:23</a>) the same person is given as Alvan (`alwan), the change of the third consonant being a simple one, common to Hebrew, occurring similarly in Aliah (which see). Alian is not to be identified with Aliah, since the groups of names in which these occur are quite different, and the context in each case is not the same.<p><a name="heb" id="heb"></a><div class="vheading2">Strong's Hebrew</div><a href="/hebrew/5935.htm"><span class="l">5935. Alvan -- an Edomite</span></a><br><b>...</b> 5934, 5935. Alvan or Alyan. 5936 . an Edomite. Transliteration: Alvan or Alyan<br> Phonetic Spelling: (al-vawn') Short Definition: <b>Alian</b>. <b>...</b> <b>Alian</b>, Alvan. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/5935.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/a/alian.htm"><span class="l"><b>Alian</b> (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b><b>ALIAN</b>. a-li'-an (`alyan): A descendant of Esau, and son of Shobal (1 Chronicles<br> 1:40). <b>...</b> Multi-Version Concordance <b>Alian</b> (1 Occurrence). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/a/alian.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/a/al'ian.htm"><span class="l">Al'ian (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br>Al'ian. <b>Alian</b>, Al'ian. Alien . <b>...</b> Al'ian (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 1:40 The<br> sons of Shobal: <b>Alian</b>, and Manahath, and Ebal, Shephi, and Onam. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/a/al'ian.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/a/alvan.htm"><span class="l">Alvan (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> In 1 Chronicles 1:40 the name is written <b>Alian</b>, Septuagint Olam. <b>...</b> 1 Chronicles 1:40<br> The sons of Shobal: <b>Alian</b>, and Manahath, and Ebal, Shephi, and Onam. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/a/alvan.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/z/zibeon.htm"><span class="l">Zibeon (7 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). 1 Chronicles 1:40 The sons of<br> Shobal: <b>Alian</b>, and Manahath, and Ebal, Shephi, and Onam. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/z/zibeon.htm - 9k</font><p><a href="/topical/z/zideon.htm"><span class="l">Zideon (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Zideon (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 1:40 Sons of Shobal: <b>Alian</b>, and Manahath, and<br> Ebal, Shephi, and Onam. And sons of Zideon: Aiah and Anah. (YLT). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/z/zideon.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/z/zib'eon.htm"><span class="l">Zib'eon (7 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> (See RSV). 1 Chronicles 1:40 The sons of Shobal: <b>Alian</b>, and Manahath, and Ebal,<br> Shephi, and Onam. And the sons of Zibeon: Aiah, and Anah. (See RSV). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/z/zib'eon.htm - 8k</font><p><a href="/topical/o/onam.htm"><span class="l">Onam (4 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). 1 Chronicles 1:40 The sons<br> of Shobal: <b>Alian</b>, and Manahath, and Ebal, Shephi, and Onam. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/o/onam.htm - 8k</font><p><a href="/topical/m/manahath.htm"><span class="l">Manahath (3 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). 1 Chronicles 1:40 The sons of<br> Shobal: <b>Alian</b>, and Manahath, and Ebal, Shephi, and Onam. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/manahath.htm - 8k</font><p><a href="/topical/m/man'ahath.htm"><span class="l">Man'ahath (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> (See RSV). 1 Chronicles 1:40 The sons of Shobal: <b>Alian</b>, and Manahath, and Ebal,<br> Shephi, and Onam. And the sons of Zibeon: Aiah, and Anah. (See RSV). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/man'ahath.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/a/aliah.htm"><span class="l">Aliah (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> He is not to be confused, as in HDB, with the <b>Alian</b> of the same chapter. Multi-Version<br> Concordance Aliah (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 1:51 Hadad died. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/a/aliah.htm - 7k</font><p><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> • <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> • <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> • <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> • <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Alian (1 Occurrence)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_chronicles/1-40.htm">1 Chronicles 1:40</a></span><br />The sons of Shobal: <span class="boldtext">Alian</span>, and Manahath, and Ebal, Shephi, and Onam. The sons of Zibeon: Aiah, and Anah.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS)</span><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/a/alian.htm">Alian</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/a/alian.htm">Alian (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/a/alien.htm">Alien (102 Occurrences)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/topical/a/al'iah.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Al'iah"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Al'iah" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/topical/a/al'ian.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Al'ian"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Al'ian" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div> <div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"><script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script></div></td></tr></table></div></div></div> <br /><br /> <div align="center"> <div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>