Genesis 36:24

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

And these [are] the children of Zibeon; both Ajah, and Anah: this [was that] Anah that found the mules in the wilderness, as he fed the asses of Zibeon his father.

Complete Jewish Bible:

The sons of Tziv'on were Ayah and 'Anah. This is the 'Anah who found the hot springs in the desert while pasturing his father Tziv'on's donkeys.

Berean Standard Bible:

These are the sons of Zibeon: Aiah and Anah. (This is the Anah who found the hot springs in the wilderness as he was pasturing the donkeys of his father Zibeon.)

American Standard Version:

And these are the children of Zibeon: Aiah and Anah; this is Anah who found the hot springs in the wilderness, as he fed the asses of Zibeon his father.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And these are the children^{H1121} of Zibeon^{H6649}; both Ajah^{H345}, and Anah^{H6034}: this was that Anah^{H6034} that found^{H4672} the mules^{H3222} in the wilderness^{H4057}, as he fed^{H7462} the asses^{H2543} of Zibeon^{H6649} his father^{H1}.

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Commentary for Genesis 36:24

Genesis 36:24 is a verse that fits within the broader context of the genealogy of Esau, the twin brother of Jacob (also known as Israel). Esau's descendants are listed in detail in this chapter, providing a historical record of the Edomite lineage. The verse specifically mentions Zibeon, who is one of the chiefs of the Horites, a people group that inhabited the region of Mount Seir, which later became known as Edom.

The children of Zibeon mentioned are Ajah (or Aiah) and Anah. Anah is notable for an event described in the verse: he is the one who found the mules in the wilderness. This brief mention is significant for a couple of reasons. Firstly, it highlights a moment of discovery or perhaps innovation, as mules are a hybrid species resulting from breeding a male donkey with a female horse. Such an event would be noteworthy in a pastoral and agricultural society where domesticated animals were crucial for transportation, labor, and status.

Secondly, the reference to Anah's discovery serves to anchor the biblical narrative within a historical and cultural context, suggesting interactions between different groups and the sharing of knowledge or technology related to animal husbandry. Mules were valued for their strength, endurance, and ability to thrive in harsh conditions, making them superior pack animals.

In summary, Genesis 36:24 is a verse that contributes to the genealogical record of Esau's descendants, emphasizing the lineage of Zibeon and highlighting Anah's significant discovery of mules in the wilderness. This not only provides insight into the domestic practices of the time but also serves to illustrate the interconnectedness of the various peoples and tribes in the region, as well as the importance of animal breeding in their society.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: H1121
   There are 3654 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: בֵּן
   Transliteration: bên
   Pronunciation: bane
   Description: from בָּנָה; a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition, etc., (like father or brother), etc.); [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth.
   
2. Strong's Number: H6649
   There are 7 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: צִבְעוֹן
   Transliteration: Tsibʻôwn
   Pronunciation: tsib-one'
   Description: from the same as צֶבַע; variegated; Tsibon, an Idumaean; Zibeon.
   
3. Strong's Number: H345
   There are 85 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אַיָּה
   Transliteration: ʼAyâh
   Pronunciation: ah-yaw'
   Description: the same as אַיָּה; Ajah, the name of two Israelites; Aiah, Ajah.
   
4. Strong's Number: H6034
   There are 10 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: עֲנָה
   Transliteration: ʻĂnâh
   Pronunciation: an-aw'
   Description: probably from עָנָה; an answer; Anah, the name of two Edomites and one Edomitess; Anah.
   
5. Strong's Number: H4672
   There are 425 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: מָצָא
   Transliteration: mâtsâʼ
   Pronunciation: maw-tsaw'
   Description: a primitive root; properly, to come forth to, i.e. appear or exist; transitively, to attain, i.e. find or acquire; figuratively, to occur, meet or be present; [phrase] be able, befall, being, catch, [idiom] certainly, (cause to) come (on, to, to hand), deliver, be enough (cause to) find(-ing, occasion, out), get (hold upon), [idiom] have (here), be here, hit, be left, light (up-) on, meet (with), [idiom] occasion serve, (be) present, ready, speed, suffice, take hold on.
   
6. Strong's Number: H3222
   There are 1 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: יֵם
   Transliteration: yêm
   Pronunciation: yame
   Description: from the same as יוֹם; a warm spring; mule.
   
7. Strong's Number: H4057
   There are 257 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: מִדְבָּר
   Transliteration: midbâr
   Pronunciation: mid-bawr'
   Description: from דָבַר in the sense of driving; a pasture (i.e. open field, whither cattle are driven); by implication, a desert; also speech (including its organs); desert, south, speech, wilderness.
   
8. Strong's Number: H7462
   There are 144 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: רָעָה
   Transliteration: râʻâh
   Pronunciation: raw-aw'
   Description: a primitive root; to tend a flock; i.e. pasture it; intransitively, to graze (literally or figuratively); generally to rule; by extension, to associate with (as a friend); [idiom] break, companion, keep company with, devour, eat up, evil entreat, feed, use as a friend, make friendship with, herdman, keep (sheep) (-er), pastor, [phrase] shearing house, shepherd, wander, waste.
   
9. Strong's Number: H2543
   There are 93 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: חֲמוֹר
   Transliteration: chămôwr
   Pronunciation: kham-ore'
   Description: or (shortened) חֲמֹר; from חָמַר; a male ass (from its dun red); (he) ass.
   
10. Strong's Number: H1
    There are 15773 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: אָב
    Transliteration: ʼâb
    Pronunciation: awb
    Description: a primitive word; father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application; chief, (fore-) father(-less), [idiom] patrimony, principal. Compare names in 'Abi-'.