Bible Dictionary
Azzan
Azzan was the father of Paltiel, the leader of Issachar appointed to help divide the promised land among the tribes.
Definition
Azzan was the father of Paltiel, a prince of the tribe of Issachar. His name means “strong,” “very strong,” or possibly “thorn.”
Biblical Usage
Azzan is mentioned because his son Paltiel was one of the commissioners selected to represent Issachar in dividing the promised land among the tribes.
Historical Background
His setting is the period when the land was being apportioned among Israel’s tribes.
Scripture References
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(very strong), the father of Paltiel prince of the tribe of Issachar, who represented his tribe in the division of the promised land. (Numbers 34:26)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>az'-an (`azzan, "strong" or "thorn"): Father of Paltiel of the tribe of Issachar. One of the commissioners selected to divide the land between the tribes (Nu 34:26).</p>