King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
¶ And these [are] the generations of Esau the father of the Edomites in mount Seir:
Complete Jewish Bible:
This is the genealogy of 'Esav the father of Edom in the hill-country of Se'ir.
Berean Standard Bible:
This is the account of Esau, the father of the Edomites, in the area of Mount Seir.
American Standard Version:
And these are the generations of Esau the father of the Edomites in mount Seir:
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And these are the generations{H8435} of Esau{H6215} the father{H1} of the Edomites{H123} in mount{H2022} Seir{H8165}:
Cross-References (KJV):
Genesis 19:37
- And the firstborn bare a son, and called his name Moab: the same [is] the father of the Moabites unto this day.
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Commentary for Genesis 36:9
Genesis 36:9 serves as a pivotal verse in the broader context of the genealogies of Esau, who is the elder brother of Jacob (later named Israel). This verse specifically introduces the list of Esau's descendants, emphasizing his role as the progenitor of the Edomites. The Edomites, named after Esau's nickname "Edom," which means "red," were a significant people group in the ancient Near East, occupying the region southeast of the Dead Sea, known as Mount Seir.
The historical context of this verse is set in the period after the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob have established themselves in the land of Canaan. Esau, the firstborn of Isaac and Rebekah, had previously sold his birthright to Jacob and was later reconciled with his brother. However, Esau chose to settle outside of Canaan, in the hill country of Seir, which would later be known as Edom.
The themes presented in this verse include the fulfillment of divine promises, as Esau's progeny fulfill the blessing given to Abraham that his descendants would become numerous. It also highlights the theme of family dynamics and the diverging paths of siblings, as Esau's lineage is distinct from that of Jacob/Israel. Additionally, the verse underscores the importance of genealogies in the ancient world, which were not merely lists of names but served to establish tribal identities, land rights, and political alliances.
In summary, Genesis 36:9 is a transitional verse that begins the detailed account of Esau's descendants, the Edomites, and their settlement in Mount Seir. It reflects the themes of divine promises, family relationships, and the significance of genealogies in ancient societies, while also setting the stage for the ongoing narrative of the Israelites and their interactions with neighboring peoples.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H8435
There are 39 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: תּוֹלְדָה
Transliteration: tôwlᵉdâh
Pronunciation: to-led-aw'
Description: or תֹּלְדָה; from יָלַד; (plural only) descent, i.e. family; (figuratively) history; birth, generations. - Strong's Number: H6215
There are 82 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עֵשָׂו
Transliteration: ʻÊsâv
Pronunciation: ay-sawv'
Description: apparently a form of the passive participle of עָשָׂה in the original sense of handling; rough (i.e. sensibly felt); Esav, a son of Isaac, including his posterity; Esau. - 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-'. - Strong's Number: H123
There are 188 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֱדֹם
Transliteration: ʼĔdôm
Pronunciation: ed-ome'
Description: or (fully) אֱדוֹם ; from אָדֹם; red (see Genesis 25:25); Edom, the elder twin-brother of Jacob; hence the region (Idumaea) occupied by him; Edom, Edomites, Idumea. - Strong's Number: H2022
There are 485 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: הַר
Transliteration: har
Pronunciation: har
Description: a shortened form of הָרָר; a mountain or range of hills (sometimes used figuratively); hill (country), mount(-ain), [idiom] promotion. - Strong's Number: H8165
There are 38 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שֵׂעִיר
Transliteration: Sêʻîyr
Pronunciation: say-eer'
Description: formed like שָׂעִיר; rough; Seir, a mountain of Idumaea and its aboriginal occupants, also one in Palestine; Seir.