Translations
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
Kenaz: An Edomite clan descended from Esau Mibzar: A chief of Edom, descendant of Esau Teman: Grandson of Esau, associated with an Edomite clan
Glossary
Chronicles, Books of First and Second Chronology of the Bible (Old Testament) Genealogy Genealogy of Jesus Christ Kenaz Mibzar Teman (Person) Zemarites
Topics
Duke: Title of the Princes of Edom Edomites: Dukes of Genealogy of Esau Kenaz: A Duke of Edom Mibzar: Chief of Edom Shem: Descendants of