Interesting Facts

• Hanoch is listed as the first of the four sons born to Reuben.
• He is mentioned as one of the descendants of Jacob who came into Egypt.

Genealogy

• Hanoch was the son of Reuben.
• Reuben was the firstborn son of Jacob.
• Hanoch’s mother is not explicitly named in the lists of Reuben’s sons in Genesis 46 or Jasher 59. However, in our previous analysis using different sources, Reuben’s wife was identified as Eliuram, daughter of Avi the Canaanite, or ‘Ada.
• The sources provided do not mention any marital connections or offspring of Hanoch.

Historical Context

Hanoch lived during the time when Jacob and his family migrated from Canaan to Egypt due to the severe famine in Canaan. This was a significant period of transition for the family of Jacob, moving from their established life in Canaan to settle in the land of Goshen in Egypt. Joseph, Hanoch’s uncle, held a high position in Egypt, which facilitated their settlement. The sons of Jacob, including Reuben and his children like Hanoch, settled in Goshen, acquired possessions, and multiplied exceedingly. They were under the protection and governance of Joseph during his lifetime.

Narrative

Hanoch’s personal narrative within these excerpts is limited. He is primarily mentioned in genealogical lists as one of the sons of Reuben who accompanied Jacob and the rest of the family into Egypt. His presence in these lists signifies his role in the continuation of Jacob’s lineage and the eventual formation of the tribes of Israel. While no specific actions or dialogues of Hanoch are detailed, his inclusion in the migration to Egypt indicates his participation in this pivotal event in his family’s history, moving to a new land to escape famine and establish themselves under the guidance of his uncle Joseph. He was part of the larger group of Jacob’s descendants who dwelt securely in Egypt during Joseph’s prosperous reign.