The sons of Anah; Dishon. And the sons of Dishon; Amram, and Eshban, and Ithran, and Cheran.
Anah's son was Dishon. Dishon's sons were Amram, Eshban, Ithran, and Cheran.
This verse lists the descendants of Anah through his son Dishon and Dishon's four sons.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of 1 Chronicles, the author is compiling detailed genealogies to trace the historical lineages of the Israelites and their neighboring peoples, emphasizing God's overarching plan in history. This specific verse is part of the genealogy of the Edomites, who were descendants of Esau and thus relatives of the Israelites, as recorded in the broader context of Seir's family line. These lists were important in ancient Near Eastern culture for preserving tribal identities, land rights, and historical connections.
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