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Original
Notes
The Chronicler names the clan leaders of Edom based on the sources he had (see Genesis 36:40–43).
Isaac’s genealogy first lists Esau's descendants (1 Chronicles 1:35–54) and then continues with Israel. The history of Edom is divided into three parts:
Esau's sons (1 Chronicles 1:35–37)
Seir's descendants (1 Chronicles 1:38–42)
The kings who ruled Edom (1 Chronicles 1:43–54)
This arrangement follows Genesis 36.
The Chronicler starts by showing Israel's place among the nations. He traces their ancestry from Adam to Jacob, using information from Genesis.
Parallels
People
Elah: A chief of Edom, descendant of Esau Oholibamah: Wife of Esau Pinon: Edomite clan chief descended from Esau
Glossary
Chronicles, Books of First and Second Chronology of the Bible (Old Testament) Elah Genealogy Genealogy of Jesus Christ Kenaz Oholibamah Pinon Teman (Person) Zemarites
Topics
Duke: Title of the Princes of Edom Edomites: Dukes of Elah: An Edomite Duke Genealogy of Esau Pinon: A Leader of Edom Shem: Descendants of