Bilhah
Generation 1 from Adam
Biography
Rachel's handmaid, given to Jacob as a concubine to bear children on Rachel's behalf. Through Bilhah, Rachel obtained two sons: Dan and Naphtali. Later, Reuben, Jacob's firstborn, violated her, which resulted in Reuben losing his birthright.
Bilhah's sons Dan and Naphtali became two of the twelve tribes of Israel, demonstrating God's inclusion of all Jacob's sons in His covenant promises.
Life Events
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Given to Jacob by Rachel
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Bore Dan to Jacob
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Bore Naphtali to Jacob
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Violated by Reuben
Spouse
Jacob or Israel
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Related Scriptures
"And the sons of Bilhah, Rachel's handmaid; Dan, and Naphtali:"